Experience Matters
Our personal injury lawyers have been fighting for justice in courtrooms in Texas and across the country since our founding in 1959. Unlike many law firms that handle accident cases, we are trial lawyers. The advantage of hiring true trial attorneys is leverage.
On Your Side
You don’t have to accept an unreasonable settlement when you have the ability to go to trial and get full and fair compensation. The other side will take notice when you hire injury lawyers with experience in the courtroom. Often, we are able to negotiate a settlement without going to trial.
Highly Trusted
Our business was founded on serving our clients with honesty, integrity and excellence. Over 60 years later, we carry on our founders’ goals. Our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to treating every single client with the respect and care they deserve.
Austin Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I hire a personal injury attorney in Austin?
After a serious injury, insurance companies move quickly to protect their own interests, not yours. Their adjusters are trained to minimize payouts, and without an attorney, you may not know the full value of your claim or your rights under Texas law. Hiring an experienced Austin personal injury lawyer levels the playing field. We handle all communication with insurers, investigate the circumstances of your accident, identify every liable party, calculate the true value of your damages, and, when necessary, take your case to trial. Because we only represent clients who have been seriously injured, every case we take receives the focused attention it deserves. There are no upfront costs. We work on a contingency fee basis and only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Texas?
In Texas, most personal injury claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003. This means you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline can bar you from recovering any compensation, regardless of how strong your case is. If you were injured in an accident, contacting an attorney as soon as possible protects your right to pursue a claim.
What does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer in Austin?
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. There are no upfront costs and no fees if we do not win your case. This arrangement allows seriously injured Texans to access experienced trial representation without worrying about legal bills while they recover.
What types of personal injury cases does Byrd Davis Alden & Henrichson handle?
We represent clients injured in car accidents, truck and commercial vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, construction accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, premises liability incidents, drunk driving accidents, and wrongful death cases, among others. Because we are not a volume practice, we focus exclusively on clients who have suffered serious injuries and need lawyers with genuine trial experience.
What compensation can I recover after a personal injury in Texas?
Texas law allows injured victims to pursue both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover measurable losses such as medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity. Non-economic damages address pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct, a court may also award exemplary damages. The value of your case depends on the specific facts, available insurance coverage, and the severity of your injuries.
Why hire a Board Certified personal injury trial lawyer rather than a general practice attorney?
Board Certification in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization is awarded only to attorneys who meet rigorous standards of experience, peer review, and continuing education. Both of our partners, Robert Alden and Kevin Henrichson, hold this certification. It means that when we take your case, you are represented by lawyers whose entire practice is built around personal injury litigation, attorneys the other side recognizes as capable of taking a case to trial and winning. That credibility is leverage, and it often produces better outcomes whether your case settles or goes to a jury.
