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Pasadena Medical Malpractice Lawyers

A Nurse-Turned-Attorney Who Knows What Medical Negligence Looks Like

When a medical professional fails to follow the accepted standard of care, and a patient is injured or killed as a result, the law calls that medical malpractice, and the people responsible can be held accountable. Texas has some of the strictest, most technical procedural rules in the country for these claims, so getting the right guidance early on matters more here than in almost any other type of injury case.

SJ Injury Attorneys is uniquely qualified to handle medical malpractice cases for patients and families in Texas. Founding attorney Christopher Soileau spent 12 years as a registered nurse before law school, and he draws on that firsthand clinical background when reviewing medical records to determine whether malpractice occurred. We help people harmed by medical negligence in Pasadena and throughout the surrounding communities, including Sugar Land, Deer Park, and Houston.

The sooner we can talk to you and review your medical records, the sooner we can tell whether you have a case. Call (936) 297-7972 to speak with a Pasadena medical malpractice lawyer who can help.

case results

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.

    Common Types of Medical Malpractice

    Medical malpractice can take many forms, but some of the most common cases we see involve:

    • Surgical errors, including operating on the wrong site, leaving foreign objects inside a patient, or causing avoidable complications.
    • Medication errors, such as prescribing the wrong drug, the wrong dose, or failing to catch a dangerous drug interaction.
    • Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis, which can allow a treatable condition to progress untreated.
    • Birth injuries, caused by improper prenatal monitoring or errors during labor and delivery.
    • Anesthesia errors, including administering the wrong dosage or failing to monitor a patient properly.
    • Defective medical products, such as devices or implants that fail or cause harm.

    Texas's Strict Rules for Medical Malpractice Claims

    Texas law makes medical malpractice cases considerably more complicated than a typical injury claim, largely due to the Texas Medical Liability Act (Chapter 74 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code).

    A few of the most important rules:

    • A 60-day pre-suit notice requirement. Under § 74.051, you generally must send written notice to each healthcare provider or institution you intend to sue at least 60 days before filing suit.
    • A strict, and sometimes counterintuitive, statute of limitations. Under § 74.251, you generally have two years to file a claim from the date of the negligent act itself, or the completion of treatment, not from when you discovered the injury. This can catch people off guard if harm from an error doesn't become apparent right away.
    • A 120-day expert report deadline. Under § 74.351, once a defendant files an answer, you generally have 120 days to serve a qualified medical expert's report establishing the standard of care, how it was breached, and how that breach caused your injury. Missing this deadline, or filing a deficient report, can get your case dismissed with prejudice, meaning you can't refile it.

    Because of these tight, technical deadlines, waiting to talk to an attorney can genuinely cost you your entire claim, regardless of how strong the underlying case is.

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    More Than Just Attorneys

    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.

      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.
      This law firm has taken care of me from my initial phone call all the way until I received my settlement.
      “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.
      Chris Soileau made everything very easy for me from start to finish.
      “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.
      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.
      Thank you thank you thank you! You changed my life.
      “Chris and his wife have handled several accidents for me throughout the years. The staff is always so nice to me. My last case they got me a $38,000 settlement. Picked up my check today.”
      - Past Client
      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.
      They give you one on one attention, and any question you have, they are able to answer.
      “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.
      Professional and very thorough law firm.
      “The staff is courteous and understanding. Highly recommend them.”
      - Past Client
      Mr. Soileau was able to obtain a substantial settlement and negotiate my medical bills
      “Mr. Soileau represented me in a car accident that occurred in November 2014 where I suffered a herniated disc to my neck requiring surgery. After surgery the medical bills were piling up which caused me quite a bit of stress worrying about how all of the medical bills were going to get paid. As my case was complicated and took almost 2 years to work through, Mr. Soileau and his staff were very understanding of my situation throughout the whole ordeal. They took the time to answer my questions, assist with getting the appropriate medical care and kept me in the loop throughout the process. The outcome was much better than I expected. I highly recommend Mr. Soileau and will refer my family and friends if they ever find themselves in need of his services.”
      - J.N.
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