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.
Skelton Slusher Barnhill Watkins Wells PLLC
Lufkin, Texas · 25 yrs experience
Brent Lee Watkins is an attorney in Lufkin, Texas, focusing on Business Law and Personal Injury. They practice with Skelton Slusher Barnhill Watkins Wells PLLC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2001, Brent brings 25 years of legal experience. The office is located at 1616 S Chestnut St, Lufkin, Texas 75901-5732.
Rebecca C. Brightwell, PLLC
Lufkin, Texas · 24 yrs experience
Rebecca Cousins Brightwell is an attorney in Lufkin, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. They practice with Rebecca C. Brightwell, PLLC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2002, Rebecca brings 24 years of legal experience. The office is located at 101 S 1st St, Lufkin, Texas 75901-3041.
Lufkin, Texas · 53 yrs experience
Clayton E. Dark is an attorney in Lufkin, Texas, focusing on Business Law, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. Licensed by the Texas bar since 1973, Clayton brings 53 years of legal experience. The office is located at 716 Mountainview Rd., Lufkin, Texas 75904.
Fenley & Bate LLP
Lufkin, Texas · 27 yrs experience
Warren Thomas McCollum is an attorney in Lufkin, Texas, focusing on Business Law and Personal Injury. They practice with Fenley & Bate LLP. Licensed by the Texas bar since 1999, Warren brings 27 years of legal experience. The office is located at PO Box 450, Lufkin, Texas 75902-0450.
The Renfro Law Firm
Lufkin, Texas · 2 yrs experience
James Dalton Renfro is an attorney in Lufkin, Texas, focusing on Personal Injury and Real Estate. They practice with The Renfro Law Firm. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2024, James brings 2 years of legal experience. The office is located at 1503 Hanks Street, Suite B, Lufkin, Texas 75904.
Mike Love & Associates, LLC
Lufkin, Texas · 21 yrs experience
Sammy Joe Johnson is a Personal Injury attorney based in Lufkin, Texas. They practice with Mike Love & Associates, LLC. Licensed by the Texas bar since 2005, Sammy brings 21 years of legal experience. The office is located at 202 E Lufkin Ave Ste A, Lufkin, Texas 75901-0300.