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If you have been hurt in a car accident on I-35, a scooter crash downtown, or a workplace incident anywhere in the Austin area, we help you recover the full compensation you deserve.
I got hit by a rideshare driver on South Congress and the insurance companies kept passing me back and forth. MyClaimAssist found me an Austin attorney who cut through the red tape and got me $295,000. Could not have done it without them.
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Austin Traffic Accidents
Car, Scooter & Rideshare Accidents in Austin
Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in America, and that growth has created unique traffic challenges. I-35 slices through the heart of the city, carrying heavy commuter and commercial traffic. Add in thousands of new residents driving daily, a booming scooter and bike-share program, rideshare vehicles from Uber and Lyft, and the annual influx of SXSW and ACL Festival visitors — and you have a recipe for frequent accidents.
Downtown Austin and the South Congress, East Austin, and Mueller neighborhoods have become increasingly dangerous for pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders. Austin has implemented Vision Zero initiatives to reduce traffic deaths, but the city still sees hundreds of serious injuries annually. When an accident involves a rideshare driver, scooter company, or commercial vehicle, determining liability gets complicated fast.
- I-35 is the most dangerous corridor for Austin commuters
- Booming scooter and bike-share programs increase pedestrian risk
- Rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft are on the rise
- SXSW, ACL, and festival seasons bring surge traffic and accidents
Austin Tech & Workplace Injuries
Workplace Injuries in Austin's Growing Economy
Austin has transformed from a sleepy college town into a major tech hub, earning the nickname "Silicon Hills." Companies like Tesla, Apple, Google, Meta, and Oracle have major operations here, bringing thousands of construction, manufacturing, and tech jobs. With that growth comes an increase in workplace injuries — from construction accidents at new corporate campuses to repetitive stress injuries in office environments.
Texas does not require most private employers to carry workers compensation insurance. Many Austin startups, tech contractors, and construction subcontractors operate without workers comp. If your employer does not have workers comp, you can sue them directly for negligence. Even if they carry workers comp, third-party claims against equipment manufacturers, property owners, or contractors may be available.
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What Compensation Can You Recover in Austin?
Austin personal injury victims can recover the full range of damages available under Texas law. Economic damages include emergency medical care, surgeries, rehabilitation, medication, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and property damage. Austin is home to Dell Medical School and some of the best trauma care in Central Texas — but advanced care comes with significant costs.
Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium. Texas does not cap non-economic damages in most personal injury cases, which is important for Austin victims given the unique risks of scooter accidents, rideshare collisions, and high-speed crashes on I-35. Punitive damages may also be available in cases involving drunk driving, gross negligence, or intentional misconduct — including during Austin's major festival weekends.
- Medical expenses — including Dell Medical School and Austin trauma centers
- Lost wages and diminished future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering with no caps in most cases
- Punitive damages for drunk driving and gross negligence
Case Results
Results That Speak for Themselves
$1.8M
Scooter vs. Car — South Congress Avenue
Scooter rider struck by a distracted driver on South Congress. Client sustained traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures. Case involved scooter company liability and driver negligence.
$950K
Rideshare Accident — Downtown Austin
Passenger injured when an Uber driver ran a red light on 6th Street. Client suffered herniated discs requiring surgery. Multiple insurance policies available.
$620K
Rear-End Collision — I-35, Round Rock
Client rear-ended by a texting driver on I-35 near Round Rock during morning commute. Required cervical fusion. Insurance initially offered $55,000.
$2.4M
Wrongful Death — MoPac Expressway
Drunk driver crossed lanes on MoPac, killing a young professional. Dram shop claim against the Rainey Street bar that overserved the driver.
$780K
Construction Fall — East Austin
Worker fell from scaffolding at a new mixed-use development site. Sustained spinal compression fractures. Third-party claim against the general contractor.
$410K
Bicycle Accident — Lady Bird Lake Trail
Cyclist struck by a delivery van near the Lady Bird Lake trail. Client suffered broken collarbone, concussion, and road rash. Settlement included full medical and bike replacement.
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
“I was on a scooter on South Congress when a Prius turned right into me. The scooter company said it was the driver's fault, the driver blamed the scooter. MyClaimAssist's attorney held both accountable. $1.8M.”
Jordan P.
East Austin · Scooter Accident Victim
“My Uber driver ran a red on 6th Street during SXSW and T-boned another car. I needed back surgery and could not work for 8 months. The attorney found the Uber driver had a previous reckless driving conviction. $950,000.”
Rachel M.
South Austin · Rideshare Accident Survivor
“Rear-ended on I-35 during rush hour. Insurance said it was a soft tissue injury and offered $18,000. My attorney got MRI scans that showed disc damage and settled for $620,000. He never let them minimize what happened to me.”
David N.
Cedar Park, TX · Car Accident Victim
“Fell at a construction site on the Mueller Development and fractured my spine. The general contractor tried to blame my employer. My attorney found they had removed safety rails against code. $780,000.”
Aisha T.
Mueller Development, Austin · Construction Injury
“A delivery van cut me off on the Lady Bird Lake trail and I went over the handlebars. Broke my collarbone and got a concussion. The attorney got my medical bills covered, a new bike, and $410,000 for pain and suffering.”
Chris B.
Westlake, TX · Bicycle Accident
“When my brother was killed by a drunk driver on MoPac after a night on Rainey Street, the insurance offered $100,000. Our attorney added a dram shop claim and got us $2.4M. He gave our family justice when we needed it most.”
Natalie G.
North Austin · Wrongful Death Claimant
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