Austin Car Accident Attorney
Austin’s population has doubled, but I-35 hasn’t. The result: more cars, more accidents, and more insurance companies trying to pay as little as possible. Your attorney is a former police officer who has investigated accident scenes and written the crash reports that now form the backbone of your claim.
Austin’s Most Dangerous Roads Need an Investigator on Your Side
I-35 through downtown Austin is consistently ranked among the most dangerous highway segments in Texas. MoPac’s merges and curves, Highway 183’s construction zones, and Loop 360’s winding hills all produce daily accidents. When one of those accidents changes your life, the police crash report becomes the single most important document in your case.
Steve Bowling has filled out those crash reports. As a former police officer, he responded to accident scenes, documented evidence, interviewed witnesses, and made fault determinations. He knows that responding officers are under pressure to clear the road and move to the next call. He knows that crash reports written at 2 AM after a long shift aren’t always accurate. And he knows that the initial fault determination — the one the insurance company relies on — is sometimes based on incomplete information or assumptions rather than thorough investigation.
When your attorney can read a crash report the way its author intended — and simultaneously critique it from a defense perspective — your injury claim starts from a position of strength that most attorneys can’t match.
The insurance adjuster will call within 48 hours. Their job is to close your claim as cheaply as possible. They want a recorded statement before you’ve seen a doctor. They want you to sign a medical release that gives them access to your entire health history. They want a quick settlement before you understand what your injuries will cost over time. Don’t let them. Call an attorney first.
Austin’s Dangerous Corridors
I-35 Through Downtown
Construction, congestion, and the upper/lower deck split create a gauntlet of accident-prone zones. Rear-end collisions during rush hour, merge-lane sideswipes, and construction zone crashes are daily occurrences. The I-35 expansion project is making conditions worse before they get better.
MoPac / Loop 1
High speeds, the S-curve through central Austin, and merging traffic at Barton Springs Road and Far West Boulevard make MoPac one of the most dangerous highways in the region. Accidents here tend to be high-speed with serious injuries.
Highway 183 / Research Boulevard
Ongoing construction, heavy commercial traffic, and the transition between highway and surface-street speeds create hazardous conditions. Rear-end collisions in construction zones and T-bone crashes at intersections are common.
Intersection Crashes
Austin’s busiest intersections — Lamar and Ben White, Congress and Riverside, Burnet and Anderson — see constant accidents from red-light runners, distracted drivers, and left-turn conflicts. These cases often come down to witness testimony and traffic camera footage.
Injured in an Austin Car Accident?
Don’t accept the insurance company’s first offer. Talk to an attorney who investigates cases like an officer. Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a car accident in Austin?
Seek medical attention immediately. Call police for a crash report. Document the scene with photos. Exchange info with the other driver. Do NOT give a recorded statement to any insurance company. Call (512) 991-1111 before talking to adjusters.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Two years from the date of the accident under Texas law. But evidence degrades, witnesses forget, and insurance companies benefit from delay. Contact an attorney as soon as possible after the accident.
The other driver doesn’t have insurance. Can I still recover?
Potentially. Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may apply. If you don’t have UM/UIM coverage, other options may exist depending on the circumstances. An attorney evaluates all available sources of recovery.
How much is my case worth?
It depends on injury severity, medical costs (past and future), lost wages, pain and suffering, and the other party’s negligence. Minor soft tissue injuries may settle for thousands. Catastrophic injuries or wrongful death can reach hundreds of thousands or millions. Let an attorney evaluate before accepting any offer.
Who handles your case
Personal injury representation across all Texas counties is provided by Stephen T. Bowling, DWI & Criminal Defense Attorneys — former police officers turned trial lawyers. Criminal defense representation in Travis, Hays, Williamson, Bexar, and Bastrop counties is provided by the same firm. The Texas Defense Team name is a shared marketing platform.