Austin Car Accident Lawyers
Helping Car Wreck Victims Throughout Travis County
If you were seriously injured or lost a loved one in a car accident, you deserve a team that knows how to win. At Briggle & Polan, PLLC, we’re known as the law firm other attorneys turn to for high-stakes car accident cases—and for good reason. Our award-winning trial lawyers have recovered millions for crash victims across Austin and Travis County.
We’re aggressive advocates who understand what it takes to secure maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. We offer free consultations, are available 24/7, and you won’t pay a dime unless we win your case.
Injured in a car crash? Call Briggle & Polan today at (512) 400-3278 or contact us online for a free consultation with our car accident attorneys in Austin. We're available 24/7.
Millions Recovered for our clients
Landmark verdicts and settlements that speak for themselves
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$3,000,000 Severe Leg Injuries Resulting from Drunk Driver in Residential Neighborhood
Our client was hit head-on by a drunk teenager in front of an elementary school, flipping their vehicles.
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$1,258,000 Client Has Sternum Shattered in Highway Collision
Our client was t-boned as she made a left-hand turn on Capital of Texas Highway.
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$1,015,000 Drunk Driver T-Bone Collision
Our client was the passenger in a vehicle that was t-boned by a drunk driver, which resulted in her suffering multiple, life-threatening injuries. *Net to client was $395,912.60.
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$350,000 Distracted Driver Accident
Our client suffered a ruptured abdomen after being violently rear-ended by a distracted driver. *Net proceeds to the client was $134,418.06.
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$283,704.36 T-Boned in Intersection
Our client was involved in a car accident in Las Cruces, New Mexico and severely injured her arm in the crash. *Net proceeds to our client were $123,133.07.
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$250,000 Drunk Driving Accident
An underage, drunk driver collided with our client on the highway, severely injuring his back and shoulder. *Net proceeds to the client were $98,596.04.
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$250,000 Drunk Driver Collision With Three Children
Our clients were three minor children, who were passengers in a car that was hit by a drunk driver. This wreck was the drunk driver's fifth time to be charged with DWI. *The net to each child was $49,999.80.
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$245,000 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client, a veteran of the Gulf War, was turning into a shopping center when a man T-boned him, causing a catastrophic collision. *Net to client was $100,381.92.
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$200,000 T-Bone Collision
Our client suffered a fractured hand and wrist from the car accident. *Net to client was $67,017.69.
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$186,200 T-Bone Collision Involving Company Vehicle
Our client was t-boned by a landscaping company vehicle and fractured his ribs in the crash. *Net to client was $90,450.
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$152,500 Elderly Man Injured In Auto Accident
Our client was injured in a head-on collision that required surgery. *Net to client was $90,895.37.
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$147,562 Passenger Injured In Car Wreck
Our client suffered fractures in her spine and sternum from a car accident. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $52,681.03.
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$137,300 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client suffered multiple injuries to his neck resulting in a three-level cervical fusion surgery after being rear-ended by a commercial utility tow-truck. *Net to client was $55,047.12
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$135,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was severely injured after being rear-ended by a commercial dump truck while taking her daughter to school. *Net to client was $62,732.60.
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$132,000 Distracted Driver
Our client was the passenger in a vehicle struck by a distracted motorist who failed to yield the right of way at an intersection. *Net to client was $33,250.59.
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$130,000 Car Wreck Causing Serious Injury
Our client was involved in a serious automobile wreck, injuring her hip. *Net proceeds to the client were $62,706.66.
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$125,000 Distracted Driver Accident
Our client was injured and car totaled when a distracted driver smashed into him. *Net proceeds to the client was $33,293.61.
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$115,000 Distracted Driver Caused Collision
A distracted driver failed to yield the right of way to our client, causing a collision. *Net to client was $25,035.44.
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$112,280 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended and suffered severe lower back herniations requiring months of steroid injections. *Net to client was $48,485.87.
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$110,000 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client was t-boned by the driver of a vehicle that ran a red light after having already crashed into multiple vehicles on the road. *Net to client was $48,770.05.
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$105,000 Multi-Car Collision
Our client sustained back and neck injuries after being involved in a three-car collision. *Net proceeds to the client were $57,454.13.
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$100,000 DWI Wreck Resolved
Our client was struck by a drunk driver in Round Rock, Texas. *Net to client was $51,113.04.
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$100,000 Distracted Driver Causes T-Bone Collision
Our client sustained a herniated disc when she was involved in a t-bone collision with a distracted driver. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $35,000.
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$100,000 Drunk Driver Accident
Our client was seriously injured in a collision with a drunk driver. *Net to client was $40,639.33.
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$100,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was involved in a chain-reaction collision after she was rear-ended. *Net proceeds to client were $37,525.48.
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$97,500 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was seriously injured after being rear-ended while driving the United States Postal Service delivery van. *Net to client was $30,015.00.
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$92,000 Distracted Driver Accident
Our client injured his chest, ribs and head in an automobile collision. *Net proceeds to client were $28,689.14.
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$85,000 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client was t-boned by a distracted driver who ran a stop sign and required surgery for injuries sustained. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $30,267.51.
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$82,434.66 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended by a distracted driver and suffered injuries. *Net to client was $49,805.00.
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$82,000 T-Bone Collision
Our client had to be airlifted to the hospital as a result of a t-bone collision. *Net proceeds to client were $23,914.57.
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$81,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client sustained a herniated disc in her neck and required steroid injections after being t-boned in an intersection. *Net to client was $34,206.04.
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$80,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended at a yield sign while trying to merge onto I-35 during heavy traffic. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $31,315.14.
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$79,501 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client suffered a shoulder injury when rear-ended by a driver who was speeding. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $31,315.14.
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$77,500 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended by a distracted driver, suffering neck injuries as a result of the whiplash. *Net to client was $24,823.76.
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$75,564.45 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client suffered fractured ribs and a broken foot after being hit by a driver that ran a red light. *Net to client was $27,147.72.
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$75,000 Auto Collision Causes Serious Neck Injury
Our client was rear-ended at a yield sign, causing her severe neck trauma that required surgery. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $31,879.45.
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$72,500 Car Wreck Settlement
Our Client, a US Postal worker, was t-boned by a vehicle that ran a red light causing chest injuries. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $24,975.54.
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$72,500 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended by a distracted driver in a collision so severe that it busted out the back of her windshield. *Net to client was $20,762.93.
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$70,689.64 T-Bone Collision Resolved
An impatient driver decided to illegally pull around stopped traffic, causing a t-bone collision. *Net to client was $28,591.20.
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$66,740.23 Rear-End Collision Resolved
While stopped at a red light, a driver crashed into the back of our client's car, causing our client to sustain a fractured wrist and herniated lower back. *Net to client was $35,614.04.
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$65,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended while sitting at a red light and suffered lower back injuries. *Net to client was $19,732.41.
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$62,500 T-Bone Collision Resolved
While traveling down a rural road in the fog, a distracted motorist made an unsafe turn in front of our client, causing a t-bone collision. *Net to client was $18,064.01.
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$62,500 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client sustained a traumatic mesenteric cyst which had to be surgically removed after being t-boned by a driver running a red light. *Net to client was $27,346.27.
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$55,000 Rear-End Collision Causing Brain Injury
Our client was rear-ended by another driver and the impact caused him to hit his head on the steering wheel, resulting in a brain injury. *Net to client was $33,045.32.
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$52,500 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended on the highway where he sustained a neck injury. *Net to client was $20,481.65.
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$52,000 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client suffered numerous spinal cord injuries, a concussion and a fractured ulna after being involved in a t-bone collision. *Net to client was $31,531.95.
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$51,326.20 Woman T-Boned By Oil Company Truck
Our client was t-boned by a company truck that was being operated by an employee of the oil and gas company. *Net to client was $31,395.96.
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$50,055 Resolved Lawsuit For Car Wreck For Policy Limits
Our client was injured as a passenger in a vehicle where the driver lost control. *Net to client was $32,919.99.
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$50,000 T-Bone Collision in Colorado
Our client was injured in a vehicular collision in the mountains. *Net to client was $28,932.27.
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$50,000 T-Bone Collision Resolved
Our client suffered severe head and back injuries after a driver made an illegal left-hand turn in front of him while he was driving. *Net to client was $12,457.72.
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$50,000 T-Boned By Drunk Driver
A drunk driver was fleeing the scene of another collision when he ran a red light and collided with our client on his moped. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $17,514.79.
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$50,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client suffered a herniated lumbar disc in his back after being rear-ended by another driver. *Net recovery to client $16,667.
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$50,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended on I-35, just outside of Austin, and sustained injuries to her shoulder and neck. *Net to client was $28,048.19.
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$50,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended in stop-and-go traffic on I-35 in Austin. *Net to client was $15,000.
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$50,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended by an underinsured motorist, causing aggravation to her surgically repaired spine. *Attorney fees and expenses totaled $16,008.44.
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$50,000 Rear-End Collision Resolved
Our client was rear-ended at a stop light, which caused aggravation to his preexisting back pain. *Net to client was $12,322.87.
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$50,000 Drunk Driver Accident
A drunk driver ran a stop sign and t-boned our client, then continued driving her vehicle for another 500 feet before stopping. *Net to client was $28,703.47.
When You Need Justice, We're Ready to Fight
Car accidents turn your life upside down in an instant. While you focus on healing, we handle everything else—investigating your accident, dealing with insurance companies, and fighting for every dollar you deserve.
Your initial consultation is completely free. We take calls 24/7 to ensure you have the support needed whenever you decide to take action. We'll review your case, explain your options, and you'll owe us nothing unless we win.
To discuss your claim with our Austin auto accident lawyers, call (512) 400-3278 or contact us online.
Clients Who Fought—and Won
Every testimonial tells the story of a fight we didn’t back down from.
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“I very much appreciate all their hard work and will be happy to refer to them should the need come up for friends and acquaintances.”- Sandi
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“I would definitely recommend them to anyone that needs help with their case.”- Matt
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“They were very patient and thorough when explaining the process of settling my car accident claim, and worked with all the medical providers and insurance companies involved to ensure I got the care that I deserved.”- Emily
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“I was privileged to have Hayden Briggle and Parker Polan as representation. They took the time to get to know me and cared about more than just my dollars.”- Patrick
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“Hayden and Parker's level of expertise, integrity, and client care changed my opinion towards lawyers.”- Julie
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“My settlement was awesome and I got everything I needed to get back on my feet”- Karina
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“This firm didn't just represent me- they took care of me and made certain that every need I had was being met.”- Brandon
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“If you are looking for excellent and honest attorneys, call them. You will not be disappointed.”- Paige
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“They made dealing with my insurance claim as easy as possible and I’m not even in the same city. It was nice to be understood, treated with kindness & respect, and finally get my life back in order. I could not have asked for more.”- Carina
Settling Isn't An Option
When the stakes are high, we fight harder
We don’t back down when the pressure is on. For high-stakes cases, we bring experience, strategy, and tenacity to fight for every dollar, every right, and every bit of justice you deserve.
Car accident FAQs
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Yes. We work on contingency—no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we win your case.
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If you're injured in a crash in Austin:
- PIP or MedPay (if included in your Texas auto insurance) can cover medical bills and lost wages regardless of fault.
- Health insurance may help, but you may still owe deductibles or copays.
- Out-of-pocket expenses can be reimbursed if you file a successful claim against the at-fault party.
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Yes—but proceed cautiously. You are required to report the crash to your insurer under most policies, but avoid giving recorded statements or accepting fault until you speak with a lawyer.
Briggle & Polan can handle all communication with your insurer to protect your claim and prevent statements from being twisted to reduce your payout.
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No. Never speak with the other driver’s insurance company without legal representation. Their adjusters are trained to shift blame or reduce payouts, even if liability is clear.
If you’re contacted, simply say: "Please speak with my attorney at Briggle & Polan. They’ll handle all communication on my behalf."
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Texas law only requires minimal liability insurance, and many drivers in Austin are uninsured or underinsured. If this happens:
- File a claim under your Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, if you have it.
- This coverage can pay for medical bills, lost wages, and vehicle damage, even when the at-fault driver has no coverage.
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Insurance companies assess car value by referencing:
- Kelley Blue Book (KBB) or NADA Guides
- Pre-accident condition, mileage, and service history
- Local market prices in the Austin area
If the car is totaled, the insurer typically offers actual cash value (ACV) minus your deductible. If your vehicle is damaged but repairable, expect an offer based on a percentage of value, often 25–75% depending on damage severity.
Disagree with their valuation? You can present your own repair estimates or vehicle comps to negotiate a higher payout.
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The length of time from when you file a car accident claim to when you get money back from the insurance company will depend on numerous factors.
These factors can include:
- Insurance adjusters often want to cover themselves before issuing a settlement check. This will include wanting a release signed even before issuing and mailing the payment. Properly assessing and cross-checking release agreements can prevent future disputes over claims.
- Many car accident checks are issued by out-of-state banks, meaning it can take a while for the check to clear. This can take anywhere between 7 to 10 days in some cases! Being aware of banking timelines can help manage your financial expectations.
- Insurance companies will often avoid paying medical providers directly, preferring to channel payments through your legal representation. This approach ensures medical expenses are covered accurately and timely, avoiding out-of-pocket expenses.
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Neutral third-party witness accounts are often more persuasive to insurers than statements from the drivers involved.
Witnesses can:
- Confirm who had the right of way
- Describe the speed or behavior of the other driver
- Support your claim that the other driver was distracted or reckless
Your attorney can follow up with witnesses to get written or recorded statements and, if necessary, bring them to trial to testify on your behalf.
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