Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Pasadena, TX
How We Help You Recover Financially After a Bike Accident
Nobody heads out on their bicycle in Texas expecting to be hit by a car, but it can happen when you least expect it. When it does, you need an experienced Pasadena bicycle accident attorney on your side.
If you live in one of the several Texas cities recognized as a Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, you might assume you're safe on two wheels. Houston, which borders Pasadena, currently holds Bronze-level status in that program. Despite that recognition, collisions between cars and bicycles remain common throughout the greater Houston and Pasadena area.
Below, our Pasadena bicycle accident attorneys explain how these accidents happen, the injuries that often result, and how working with a personal injury lawyer can help you recover the damages you're owed.
Call (936) 297-7972 now to find out how SJ Injury Attorneys can help you seek fair compensation.
Our Neighbors. Their Outcomes.
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$11,000,000 Chemical Plant InjurySettlement recovered for a client who sustained severe injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
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$10,000,000 Shoulder, Neck & Back Injury
Settlement recovered for a client who sustained shoulder, neck, and lower back injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
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$5,000,000 Lower Back InjurySettlement recovered for a client who sustained lower back injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
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$3,500,000 Back and Leg InjuriesRecovered for three patrons of a McAllen restaurant who were struck by a car. Injuries ranged from a broken leg to soft tissue low back injuries which required surgery
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$3,000,000 Fatal Rear-End CollisionRecovered in a wrongful death case. The client’s spouse was tragically killed in a rear-end accident on Highway 146 in Seabrook, TX
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$2,000,000 Catastrophic Hand InjurySettlement for a client who sustained a degloving injury of his left hand while working at a machine shop in Houston, Texas
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$1,400,000 18-wheeler CollisionRecovered for a client who was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler on Highway 225 in Pasadena, Texas. The client sustained low back injuries which required low back surgery
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$1,400,000 Serious Back InjuryRecovered for a client who was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler on Highway 225 in Pasadena, Texas. The client suffered lower back injuries requiring surgery
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$1,200,000 Neck InjuryRecovered for a client who sustained injuries at a refinery when debris fell on his head. The client’s injuries required neck surgery.
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$964,000 Neck and Soft Tissue InjuriesRecovered for clients who were rear-ended by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 10 near Channelview, TX. One client suffered neck injuries that required surgery and the passenger sustained soft tissue injuries.
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$865,000 Slip and Fall Injury
After a three-day trial, a judge awarded $865,000 to our client. Our client suffered multiple fractures to her leg as a result of a slip and fall at work.
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$800,000 Leg Fractures Injury
Injured worker from Spring, Texas suffered multiple fractures to her leg. After a three day trial the judge awarded her $800,000. Attorney fees and expenses were $340,000.
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$750,000 Back and Neck Injury
Settlement recovered for a client who was rear-ended by a box truck on U.S. Hwy. 59 in Houston, Texas. Client required a series of three epidural steroid injections to his lower back and neck.
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$685,000 Back and Soft Tissue InjuriesRecovered for clients who were struck by an 18-wheeler when the truck driver made a wide right turn. One client required microdiscectomy surgery and the other sustained soft tissue injuries.
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$565,000 Herniated Disc Injury
18-wheeler ran a stop sign and struck my client's vehicle at a low rate of speed. The client aggravated a prior neck injury and suffered a herniated disc in her low back, which required surgery. The case was settled for $565,000.
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$550,000 Falling Debris Injury
$550K recovered for a worker who was injured at a refinery after tools and debris fell on him from a 30-foot platform.
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$500,000 Lower Back Injury
Recovered for a client who was rear-ended by a pickup truck in Baytown, Texas. The client required minor back surgery.
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$485,000 Neck and Spine Injury
Recovered for a client who was “T-boned” after a company pick-up truck ran a red light on Spencer Highway in Pasadena, Texas. The client sustained neck injuries that required surgery.
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$400,000 Pipeline Explosion Injury
Recovered for a client injured when a pipeline exploded in Robertson County, Texas. The client required rotator cuff surgery.
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$355,000 Cervical Disc Injury
Client was rear-ended on a Houston freeway causing herniated disc in his neck. We forced the insurance company to pay $355,000.
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$350,000 Workplace Fall Injury
Recovered for a warehouse worker who fell from a 10-foot platform. The employee suffered multiple facial fractures.
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$240,000 Herniated Disc Injury
Client was rear-ended by a company pickup truck. She sustained a herniated disc to her low back which will require surgery. Client declined surgery and the case settled for $240,000. After attorney fees and expenses the client received $120,000.
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$195,000 Herniated Lower Back Disc InjurySuccessfully negotiated a $195,000 settlement on behalf of a young man rear-ended by a tractor-trailer on IH 45. Client sustained a herniated disc to his low back which required surgery.
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$175,000 Herniated Disc Injury
A client’s vehicle was struck in the rear by an 18 wheeler on I-10 in Houston, Texas. The client suffered herniated discs to his neck but refused surgery. The case settled for $175,000.
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Confidential Soft Tissue InjuriesPersonal injury client struck cargo dropped from a semi-truck forcing the client's vehicle into another vehicle. Client sustained soft tissue injuries.
Why Bicycle Accidents Happen
Negligent drivers cause bike crashes in several ways. According to TxDOT's Bicycle Safety Campaign, the leading contributing factors in Texas bicycle crashes are driver inattention, failure to yield the right of way, and speeding.
Some of the most common causes we see include:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Fatigued driving
- Failing to check blind spots
- Disobeying traffic laws
- Intoxication
Sometimes it's unclear who or what caused the accident. If you're hit by a car while on your bike, get a medical examination right away, then contact our bicycle accident attorneys to investigate. It's never too early to protect yourself in case you need to pursue compensation from the negligent driver.
Injuries That Can Occur in a Car & Bike Accident
Bicycle crashes are rarely minor. In 2024 alone, TxDOT's Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Facts report recorded 78 bicyclist deaths statewide, and TxDOT's Bicycle Safety Campaign reported hundreds of additional serious injuries from crashes involving bicycles that same year. Since a car is significantly bigger and more powerful than a bicycle, the bike rider will almost always come away injured, sometimes seriously.
Common bicyclist injuries include:
- Facial lacerations and fractures
- Dental trauma
- Neck and back fractures
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Road rash
- Bone fractures
- Dislocated joints
- Spinal cord injuries
- Amputations
- Paralysis
Even if you think your injury is minor, it's still important to see a doctor. Many injuries go unseen or progress over time, and a documented medical exam will help strengthen your case.
Meet the Team Behind Every Case
From intake to trial, every person on this team plays a part in getting you the outcome you deserve.
Behind every case file is a full team working on your behalf: case managers, paralegals, and support staff who answer your calls, track down your records, and keep you in the loop every step of the way. We built this firm to feel less like a law office and more like a neighbor you can count on. That starts with hiring people who care, and it shows in how we treat every client who walks through our door.
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“They won't give up, they will keep fighting until they win.”- Emely M.
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“I had a great experience working with this firm. They did an amazing job, were professional, responsive, and kept me informed throughout the process.”- Jamaya
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“SJ Injury Attorneys were really helpful and polite throughout my case.”- Jadixi G.
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“I truly would like to thank Brenda for all of her help and remaining professional with me no matter how many times I called which was a lot. My settlement was way more than I ever expected. I am more than satisfied I would like to suggest that Brenda be acknowledged and rewarded for such a great job done. If I ever need to be represented again I will definitely call this law firm with no hesitation.”- Amelia P.
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“I've been in a couple of car accidents and have been lucky enough to have Chris Soileau as my attorney. They have helped me through these tough times and I am forever thankful. I definitely recommend.”- Jessica B.
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“It was my first time being in a bad accident and I did not know much about the process. They answered all my questions and updated me as we went. I was very well compensated and highly recommend them.”- Lisa P.
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“The attorneys at SJ Injury Attorneys understand that their reputation is built on the trust they earn from their clients. They approach every case with genuine care, attention, and a dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for each client.”- Renee H.
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“They've represented me multiple times.”- K.L. Song
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“Amazing customer service!”- Dae Juan