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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.

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Our Neighbors. Their Outcomes.

  • $11,000,000 Chemical Plant Injury
    Settlement recovered for a client who sustained severe injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
  • $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

  • $5,000,000 Lower Back Injury
    Settlement recovered for a client who sustained lower back injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
  • $3,500,000 Back and Leg Injuries
    Recovered 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
  • $3,000,000 Fatal Rear-End Collision
    Recovered in a wrongful death case. The client’s spouse was tragically killed in a rear-end accident on Highway 146 in Seabrook, TX
  • $2,000,000 Catastrophic Hand Injury
    Settlement for a client who sustained a degloving injury of his left hand while working at a machine shop in Houston, Texas
  • $1,400,000 18-wheeler Collision
    Recovered 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
  • $1,400,000 Serious Back Injury
    Recovered 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
  • $1,200,000 Neck Injury
    Recovered for a client who sustained injuries at a refinery when debris fell on his head. The client’s injuries required neck surgery.
  • $964,000 Neck and Soft Tissue Injuries
    Recovered 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.
  • $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.

  • $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.

  • $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.

  • $685,000 Back and Soft Tissue Injuries
    Recovered 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.
  • $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.

  • $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. 

  • $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.

  • $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.

  • $400,000 Pipeline Explosion Injury

    Recovered for a client injured when a pipeline exploded in Robertson County, Texas. The client required rotator cuff surgery.

  • $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. 

  • $350,000 Workplace Fall Injury

    Recovered for a warehouse worker who fell from a 10-foot platform. The employee suffered multiple facial fractures. 

  • $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.

  • $195,000 Herniated Lower Back Disc Injury
    Successfully 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.
  • $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. 

  • Confidential Soft Tissue Injuries
    Personal 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:

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.

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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.

    What a great experience!!! I could not speak more highly of Chris Soileau.
    “Right from the beginning, we felt like we had a champion in our corner. His entire staff was great to work with, and Chris never stopped fighting for us. He made the entire process a breeze to work through, and when he took on the responsibility of dealing with the doctor's bill and insurance it freed my wife and I up to concentrate on our healing process. Thanks, Chris Soileau for doing such a fantastic job. The big check at the end was pretty nice too!”
    - Joey J.
    I felt it wasn't about the money he was making but the concern for me and my son's loss.
    “I knew few attorneys a couple years back when I needed one to represent me in a case involving an accident with my wife. I was introduced to Mr. Soileau one evening while I was out playing golf. He sat down and took time out his golf game and listened to my predicament I was facing. Afterward, by the way, he handled everything so professionally I hired him and his firm to represent me, hoping we'd settle without it going to court. Needless to say we settled out of court within a year and I was well satisfied with the settlement. Thanks again to Chris Soileau. I'd recommend them to anyone needing a great down to earth attorney, who has a family and wants to know you personally.”
    - Paul R.
    Within a few months of taking my case he forced the insurance company to pay $50,000.
    “After getting several denials for a medical payments claim I made due to an automobile accident, I contacted Chris Soileau. Mr. Soileau reviewed my file and determined the insurance company acted in bad faith. I highly recommend using this firm if you are having trouble with your insurance company.”
    - M.M.
    Mr. Soileau was unfazed by the trucking company’s denials.
    “I was hit by an 18 Wheeler driving through an intersection and the truck driver denied running the red light. There were no witnesses and we had no way to pay for medical bills. He immediately filed suit and settled our case for a substantial amount of money.”
    - A.Z.
    They are committed to going above and beyond.
    “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.
    Within no time, Chris and his staff settled my case.
    “A couple of months ago I was in a car accident. High property damage, but the insurance was not cooperating with me. I hired Chris Soileau to take over. Highly recommend!”
    - Past Client
    I would not hesitate to use Chris Soileau again.
    “My car was hit by a guy who was racing down the highway. The impact forced my vehicle into a retaining wall. At the time I was between jobs and Mr. Soileau helped me find medical care. Ultimately, Chris obtained a great settlement for my case.”
    - S.J.
    We’re extremely pleased with the outcome.
    “Highly recommend! The firm was so accommodating and helpful throughout the entire process.”
    - Past Client
    They took it to court and fought for me. Would highly recommend!!
    “Awesome Law firm!! Brenda was amazing in helping manage my case and if for some reason she wasn't available, Chris or Dawn was immediately there to help me. I see some complaints on here about not returning phone calls? I never had an issue. Sometimes I would have to leave a message, but they always got back to me with updates. My case took a while but totally worth the wait because they never just took whatever was offered.”
    - Amy G.
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