Back pain has a way of stealing the things that make life feel like yours. The weekend hike you used to look forward to. The ability to sit through your child's school play without wincing. A full night of sleep without tossing and turning.
When a back injury is caused by someone else's reckless or careless actions, the loss goes beyond physical pain. It touches your work, your relationships, and your sense of independence. As a compassionate Austin back injury lawyer team, we understand what you are going through, and we are here to help you get your life back.
Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC, has proudly served injured Texans across Austin, Waco, Killeen, Temple, and surrounding Central Texas communities since 2001. We believe you deserve a legal team that truly cares about your well-being, not just your case. That is how we have always operated, and it is why our clients trust us with the moments that matter most.
Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.
Austin Back Injury Guide
- Why Choose Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC for Your Austin Back Injury Claim?
- How Back Injuries Happen in Austin Accidents
- Common Types of Back Injuries After an Accident
- What Compensation Can You Recover for a Back Injury in Texas?
- How Texas Negligence Laws Affect Your Back Injury Case
- The Statute of Limitations for Back Injury Claims in Texas
- Hurt Your Back in an Austin Accident? Contact Our Austin Back Injury Attorney Today.
Why Choose Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC for Your Austin Back Injury Claim?
Not every law firm is the right fit for a serious back injury case. When your health and financial future are on the line, you want attorneys who concentrate entirely on personal injury claims and who have the experience and resources to go toe-to-toe with insurance companies. Here is what sets us apart:
- Focused personal injury practice. We do not handle family law, business disputes, or any other area of the law. Personal injury is all we do, and that focus allows us to stay current on the laws and legal strategies that matter most to your back injury case.
- Proven track record. Our attorneys have recovered over $500 million in settlements for our clients. We have handled thousands of personal injury cases, including claims involving severe and life-changing back injuries.
- Your case is handled by an attorney. At our firm, your case will never be passed off to paralegals, assistants, or clerks. An experienced attorney will personally manage your claim from start to finish.
- We come to you. If your back injury prevents you from traveling to our office, we are happy to meet you at your home or in the hospital, seven days a week, with evening appointments available.
- No fee unless we win. You will never pay us a dime out of pocket. We only collect a fee if we successfully recover compensation for you.
Your back injury case is too important to trust to a firm that treats personal injury as a sideline. At Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC, you are like family to us, and we will go above and beyond to fight for the money you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation.
How Back Injuries Happen in Austin Accidents
Austin is a growing city with heavy traffic along corridors like I-35, MoPac Expressway, and Highway 183. Whether you are commuting through downtown near the Capitol or driving through the Hill Country, accidents can happen in an instant. The sudden impact of a collision can place extreme force on your spine, even at relatively low speeds.
Back injuries are among the most common results of motor vehicle accidents, but they can also happen in other situations where someone else was at fault. Some of the most common types of accidents that lead to back injuries include:
- Car accidents, including rear-end collisions on congested roads
- Truck accidents involving 18-wheelers on I-35 and other major highways
- Motorcycle accidents where riders have little protection from impact
- Pedestrian accidents in busy areas like South Congress or Sixth Street
- Bicycle accidents along Austin's trails and shared roadways
- Rideshare accidents involving Uber or Lyft vehicles
- Slip and fall accidents on poorly maintained commercial properties
- Dog bite incidents where a sudden attack causes a fall or twist
No matter how your back injury happened, if someone else was responsible, you may have the right to seek compensation. Our Austin back injury attorneys can review the details of your accident and help you understand your legal options.
Common Types of Back Injuries After an Accident
The back is a complex structure made up of bones (vertebrae), intervertebral discs, muscles, ligaments, and nerves. When any of these parts are damaged in an accident, the result can range from temporary discomfort to permanent disability. Some of the most common back injuries our clients experience include:
- Herniated or bulging discs. The soft material inside a spinal disc can push through its outer layer after a sudden impact, pressing on nearby nerves and causing radiating pain, numbness, or tingling in the arms or legs.
- Fractured vertebrae. A compression fracture or burst fracture in the spine can cause severe pain and may require surgery to stabilize the affected area.
- Sprains and strains. Damage to the muscles, tendons, or ligaments supporting the spine can lead to pain, stiffness, and muscle spasms that linger for weeks or months.
- Spinal cord injuries. In the most severe cases, damage to the spinal cord itself can result in partial or complete paralysis, requiring lifelong medical care.
- Facet joint injuries. The small joints at the back of each vertebra can be compressed or fractured in a collision, causing chronic localized pain that worsens with movement.
- Spondylolisthesis. The force of an accident can cause one vertebra to slip out of alignment over the one below it, potentially compressing nerve roots and making it difficult to walk.
- Sciatica. Pressure on the sciatic nerve from a herniated disc or other spinal injury can send shooting pain down through the buttocks and legs.
Back injuries are sometimes not immediately obvious after an accident. Pain, numbness, or weakness may develop in the hours or days that follow. That is why it is so important to see a doctor as soon as possible after any accident, even if you feel fine at first.
If you do not have a physician or are unsure where to seek treatment, your back injury lawyer at Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC can help refer you to a doctor for the care you need.
What Compensation Can You Recover for a Back Injury in Texas?
A serious back injury can affect every part of your life. Texas personal injury law allows accident victims to seek compensation, sometimes called "damages," for the losses they have suffered because of someone else's negligence. The types of compensation you may be able to recover include:
- Medical expenses. This covers hospital stays, surgeries, prescription medications, physical therapy, chiropractic care, diagnostic imaging like MRIs, and any future medical treatment related to your back injury.
- Lost wages. If your back injury has kept you from working, you can seek recovery for the income you have already lost as well as any reduction in your future earning ability.
- Pain and suffering. Back pain can be constant and debilitating. You may be entitled to compensation for the physical pain and emotional distress your injury has caused.
- Loss of enjoyment of life. If your back injury prevents you from doing the activities you once loved, whether that is hiking at Barton Creek Greenbelt, playing with your kids at Zilker Park, or simply getting a good night's sleep, you may be compensated for that loss.
- Loss of household services. When a back injury makes it difficult or impossible to do everyday tasks like cleaning, cooking, or yard work, the cost of hiring help can be included in your claim.
Every back injury case is different, and the value of your claim will depend on the specific facts of your situation. Our Austin back injury attorney will carefully evaluate your losses and fight to recover every dollar you are owed.
How Texas Negligence Laws Affect Your Back Injury Case
To recover compensation for a back injury in Texas, you generally need to show that another person or party was negligent, meaning they failed to act with reasonable care, and that their negligence caused your injury.
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 33.001. This means that if you are found to be partially at fault for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. If you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you are barred from recovering any compensation at all.
Insurance companies know this rule well, and they often try to shift as much blame as possible onto the injured person to reduce or eliminate what they owe. That is one of the reasons it is so important to have an experienced back injury lawyer on your side.
At Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC, we build strong cases supported by evidence, including police reports, medical records, witness statements, and, when needed, accident reconstruction analysis. Our goal is to protect your right to fair compensation and prevent insurance companies from unfairly blaming you for what happened.
The Statute of Limitations for Back Injury Claims in Texas
If you have been hurt in an accident, it is important to know that there is a legal deadline for filing a lawsuit. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas.
If you miss this deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation entirely, no matter how serious your back injury is.
Two years may sound like a lot of time, but it can go by quickly when you are focused on medical treatment and recovery. Evidence can also become harder to gather as time passes. Witnesses may forget details, surveillance footage may be deleted, and important records may become unavailable.
The sooner you reach out to an attorney, the stronger your case will be. Our team at Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC can get to work right away protecting your rights and building your claim.
How Our Austin Back Injury Attorneys Build Your Case
When you hire Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC to handle your back injury claim, our team gets to work immediately. We take an aggressive approach to hold negligent parties and their insurance companies accountable. Here is what you can expect from our process:
- Thorough investigation. We have an in-house investigator and work with a network of medical and accident reconstruction professionals who can help document exactly how your injury happened and who was responsible.
- Detailed documentation of your losses. We will gather all of your medical records, bills, employment records, and other evidence to build a complete picture of how the back injury has affected your life.
- Aggressive negotiation. Insurance companies often make lowball settlement offers, especially for back injuries, hoping you will accept less than your claim is worth. We push back hard and fight for a fair result.
- Willingness to go to trial. While many cases settle outside of court, we prepare every case as if it is going to trial. Insurance companies know when a law firm is willing to take a case all the way, and that often leads to better settlement offers.
You deserve a legal team that treats your back injury case with the urgency and dedication it deserves. We are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, because we know that questions and concerns do not follow a business schedule.
Questions Answered by Our Austin Back Injury Lawyers
Here are answers to some common questions we hear from people dealing with back injuries after an accident.
How long does a back injury claim take to resolve?
The timeline depends on many factors, including the severity of your injury, how long your medical treatment takes, and whether the insurance company is willing to offer a fair settlement. Some cases resolve in a few months, while more complex claims can take a year or longer. Our goal is always to resolve your case as efficiently as possible while still maximizing your compensation.
Can I file a claim if my back pain did not start right away after the accident?
Yes. It is very common for back injury symptoms to develop in the hours or days following an accident. Delayed symptoms do not mean your injury is not real or serious. However, it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible so that there is a medical record connecting your symptoms to the accident.
What if the insurance company says my back injury was pre-existing?
Insurance companies frequently try to blame back pain on pre-existing conditions like arthritis or prior disc problems. Even if you had a previous back issue, Texas law recognizes that an accident can aggravate or worsen an existing condition. You may still be entitled to compensation for the additional harm caused by the accident.
Do I have to go to court to recover compensation for my back injury?
Most personal injury cases in Texas settle before trial. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer a fair amount, we are fully prepared to take your case to court. Our willingness to go to trial often motivates insurance companies to improve their settlement offers.
How much does it cost to hire a back injury lawyer at Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC?
It costs you nothing upfront. We handle back injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we win your case. Your initial consultation is completely free and confidential.
Hurt Your Back in an Austin Accident? Contact Our Austin Back Injury Attorney Today.
A back injury can be debilitating. If someone else's negligence caused your pain, you should not have to bear the financial burden alone. The Austin back injury lawyers at Lorenz & Lorenz, PLLC are here to listen to your story, answer your questions, and fight for the compensation you need to move forward.
Call us today for a free consultation. We are available 24/7, and you will never pay a fee unless we win your case. Do not wait. There is a limited amount of time to file a claim in Texas, so reach out now at (512) 477-7333 and let us get started protecting your rights.