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Pasadena Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Protecting Riders From Unfair Bias & Lowball Insurance Offers
For many motorcyclists, hitting the open road on their bike is more than a hobby, it's a way of life. But motorcyclists who encounter drivers who are distracted, fatigued, inexperienced, intoxicated, or simply careless may discover that what begins as a leisurely ride can quickly turn into a life-changing injury.
Since motorcycles don't offer much physical protection in the event of an accident, their riders often suffer catastrophic injuries, including head trauma, broken bones, amputations, paralysis, internal bleeding, and disfigurement. Some victims are left with disabilities that prevent them from returning to work or require around-the-clock medical care for the rest of their lives.
Riding shouldn't cost you your future. If a negligent driver put you in this position, call (936) 297-7972 to talk through your options with a Pasadena motorcycle accident lawyer at SJ Injury Attorneys.
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.
Texas's Helmet Law & How It Affects Your Claim
Under Texas Transportation Code § 661.003, riders and passengers under 21 must wear a DOT-compliant helmet at all times. Riders 21 or older can legally ride without one, but only if they've completed a Department of Public Safety-approved motorcycle safety course, or carry qualifying health insurance that specifically covers injuries from a motorcycle collision.
Not wearing a helmet doesn't bar you from recovering compensation in Texas. But insurance companies may try to use it against you anyway, arguing that your injuries would have been less severe with one on. Knowing how to counter that argument is exactly the kind of thing an experienced motorcycle accident attorney can help with.
Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Your first step after a motorcycle accident should always be to seek medical attention for any injuries. After that, it's worth speaking with an attorney who is experienced in motorcycle accident claims specifically.
An local motorcycle accident lawyer in Pasadena can:
- Gather evidence to determine liability
- Ensure your damages are fully documented
- Line up expert witnesses to testify about how your injuries will affect you in the future
- Negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf
- Prepare to take your case to trial if a fair settlement can't be reached
Injured motorcyclists sometimes face an uphill legal battle because of the misperception that bikers are careless or unconcerned with safely sharing the road. Our attorneys are committed to making sure riders receive equal protection under the law and aren't unfairly stigmatized for the vehicle they chose to ride.
What Sets SJ Injury Attorneys Apart
Founding attorney Christopher Soileau spent 12 years as a registered nurse before law school, giving our firm firsthand insight into how serious injuries actually affect a person's life, insight that helps us thoroughly evaluate a client's injuries and pursue fair compensation for their pain and suffering. Our lawyers and staff will make hospital and home visits in the Pasadena area to make sure you get the support you need without having to leave your recovery to come to us.
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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“I’ve never experienced or had an idea of how the process worked with accidents, especially 18 wheelers! Highly recommend Brenda to talk to. She was very professional and stayed on top of my case from the very beginning!”- Erica E.
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“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.
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“Love that way that they seen it all the way through. Even after the insurance company didn't want to take responsibility they made it happen.”- Silver C.
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“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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“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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“This place took my case and provided me with guidance from A to Z about what I needed to do and how I was to get the appropriate medical treatment necessary to get better. Very friendly and professional staff.”- Cody 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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“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.
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“SJ Injury Attorneys were really helpful and polite throughout my case.”- Jadixi G.