Car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, and other injury claims.
Personal injury law in Texas covers claims for physical, emotional, or financial harm caused by another party's negligence — car accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, defective products, and workplace injuries are among the most common case types. Texas's large size, heavy commercial-freight traffic, and active energy industry mean attorneys here often handle commercial-vehicle crashes, oilfield and refinery incidents, and other industrial-injury matters in addition to standard auto cases.
Most Texas personal injury attorneys work on contingency — the fee is paid as a percentage of the recovery rather than billed hourly — and free initial consultations are common. When evaluating attorneys, prospective clients typically weigh trial experience, prior settlements, areas of focus within personal injury (e.g., truck wrecks vs. medical malpractice), and language fit. The Texas Board of Legal Specialization certifies attorneys in Personal Injury Trial Law, a credential some clients use as a shortlist filter.
General information only — not legal advice. Consult a licensed Texas attorney for guidance on your specific situation. Last reviewed 2026-05-18.
Tina M. Tiner Zapalac Nixon PC
Bastrop, Texas · 26 yrs experience
Tina Marie Tiner Zapalac Nixon is an attorney in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Intellectual Property, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. They practice with Tina M. Tiner Zapalac Nixon PC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2000, Tina brings 26 years of legal experience. The office is located at PO Box D, Bastrop, Texas 78602-1966.
Ringel & Brymer Law, PLLC
Bastrop, Texas · 13 yrs experience
Kenneth Michael Best is an attorney in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. They practice with Ringel & Brymer Law, PLLC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2013, Kenneth brings 13 years of legal experience. The office is located at 715 Chestnut St, Bastrop, Texas 78602.
Bastrop, Texas · 22 yrs experience
Jeanine Elaine Holoye is an attorney in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2004, Jeanine brings 22 years of legal experience. The office is located at 313 Barton Oaks, Bastrop, Texas 78957.
Fayette County Attorney's Office
Bastrop, Texas · 10 yrs experience
Blake Andrew Watson is an attorney in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. They practice with Fayette County Attorney's Office. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2016, Blake brings 10 years of legal experience. The office is located at 151 N Washington St Ste 204, Bastrop, Texas 78945-2657.
Tuck McClimon, PLLC
Bastrop, Texas · 3 yrs experience
Geoffrey Matthew VanOlden is an attorney in Bastrop, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. They practice with Tuck McClimon, PLLC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2023, Geoffrey brings 3 years of legal experience. The office is located at 906 Main St, Bastrop, Texas 78602-3810.