About Alden Robert — Personal Injury Austin Texas
Injured Texans looking for proven personal injury Austin representation turn to Robert Alden at Byrd Davis Alden & Henrichson LLP, Austin’s oldest and most established injury firm. Serving clients since 1959, the firm handles auto accidents, trucking collisions, product liability, and wrongful death claims across Travis and Williamson Counties. The 8911 North Capital of Texas Highway office serves greater Austin and the central Texas region.
Robert Alden himself is recognized by peers as an outstanding trial lawyer with a reputation for deadly cross-examination and meticulous case preparation. The firm works on contingency for injury matters, meaning no upfront fees and payment only from recovery. Call 512-593-7650 to discuss case fit.
What Clients Say
Clients and peers alike praise Robert Alden’s exceptional legal skill and personal dedication. Top-rated attorneys publicly endorse his work, noting that prospective clients have a much greater chance of success with him. Even callers whose matters are too small to accept report receiving thoughtful counsel that puts their minds at ease. Client wins specifically mention his fierce advocacy and genuine belief in each cause.
Personal Injury Austin — Practice Areas & Services
- Auto accident and 18-wheeler trucking collision claims on I-35 and MoPac
- Oilfield injuries, workplace accidents, and industrial disasters
- Wrongful death cases for surviving spouses, children, and parents
- Product liability for defective vehicles, equipment, and consumer goods
- Catastrophic injury litigation involving traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Texas?
Texas generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Wrongful death claims also follow the two-year rule from the date of death. Claims against government entities require formal notice within just six months in many cases.
What damages can I recover in a Texas injury case?
Texas law recognizes economic damages like medical bills and lost wages as well as non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Punitive damages are available only when defendants acted with gross negligence or intent. Caps apply to certain medical malpractice non-economic damages but not typical auto accident claims.
Where are Travis County injury cases heard?
Civil injury cases in Austin are filed at the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility at 1700 Guadalupe Street. District courts handle larger matters, while county courts at law hear mid-sized claims. Jury trials are common in Travis County personal injury cases.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Austin, Texas
- Texas traffic fatalities (2023): 4,283 deaths statewide, one every two hours — TxDOT
- Travis County population: Approximately 1.3 million residents, fastest-growing major Texas county — U.S. Census Bureau
- Statute of limitations: 2 years for most personal injury claims in Texas — Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003
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