Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Houston Personal Injury Lawyers
Since 2007, Sutliff & Stout has established itself as a leading personal injury law firm in Houston, Texas, dedicated to securing fair compensation for clients through trial-ready advocacy and personalized legal strategies. Our team of Board Certified attorneys brings decades of combined experience in handling complex cases involving car accidents, truck collisions, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing unless we win their case, and offer free consultations to evaluate legal options.Our proven track record includes recovering over $100 million for clients, supported by strategic use of expert testimony, medical documentation, and aggressive courtroom representation. We prioritize transparency, client communication, and ethical advocacy, with multilingual support and offices across Texas to serve diverse communities. Our commitment extends beyond litigation, focusing on long-term client recovery and community safety initiatives.
Services
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Workplace Injuries
Motorcycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Burn Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- No fees unless you win your case
- Free case evaluations with legal experts
- Proven track record since 2007
- Trial-ready attorneys with $100M+ recovered
- 24/7 client communication and support
What people say
Fantastic team
Great support
Highly recommend
Amazing communication
Outstanding service
Services
Car Accidents
Our Houston car accident attorneys represent clients injured due to negligence, handling claims against insurers for fair compensation. We investigate crash details, assess liability, and calculate damages including medical costs and lost wages. With trial-ready expertise, we negotiate settlements or litigate when necessary, ensuring clients receive full recovery under Texas law.
Wrongful Death
We assist families seeking justice for loved ones lost to negligence, including car crashes or medical malpractice. Our attorneys prove liability, calculate economic and non-economic damages, and navigate complex litigation. With compassionate support, we secure compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering through settlements or jury awards.
Truck Accidents
Our team handles catastrophic truck collision cases involving 18-wheelers and delivery vehicles. We analyze federal regulations, driver logs, and accident reconstruction to prove liability. We pursue compensation for severe injuries like spinal trauma or brain damage, challenging insurers to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, and long-term care needs.
Medical Malpractice
We represent victims of surgical errors, misdiagnosis, or birth injuries, holding healthcare providers accountable. Our attorneys collaborate with medical experts to prove standard-of-care violations, seeking compensation for additional treatments, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering under Texas tort reform caps.
Workplace Injuries
We advocate for workers with severe injuries from construction site accidents or industrial equipment failures. While navigating workers' compensation, we pursue third-party lawsuits against negligent contractors or equipment manufacturers to recover damages exceeding insurance limits, including future medical costs and disability accommodations.
People
Graham E. Sutliff
Co-Founder
Board Certified Personal Injury Attorney with over 15 years of experience. Former Vinson & Elkins attorney and Texas Super Lawyer since 2012. Specializes in complex litigation and trial advocacy.
Hank Stout
Co-Founder
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law with 20+ years of legal expertise. Recognized as Houston Top Lawyer and Texas Bar Foundation Fellow. Focuses on aggressive case strategy and client advocacy.
Jaime I. Perez
Attorney
Bilingual personal injury litigator with a psychology background. Former intern at Fort Bend District Attorney's office. Specializes in client communication and cross-cultural legal representation.
Matthew Ploeger
Attorney
Former Texas Supreme Court judicial clerk with a Ph.D. in Law. Focuses on appellate strategy and complex case analysis. Recognized for Moot Court National Championship achievements.
Randy Stout
Of Counsel
Retired District Judge with 40+ years of litigation experience. Provides strategic insight on case evaluation and courtroom tactics, specializing in San Angelo region legal matters.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident in Houston?
Seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, collect witness information, and contact a personal injury attorney before speaking to insurance companies.
How are personal injury settlements calculated in Texas?
Settlements consider medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Economic damages are calculated from bills and pay stubs, while non-economic damages use multiplier methods.
Can I file a lawsuit if I was partially at fault for my injury?
Texas follows modified comparative fault: you can recover damages if 50% or less at fault, but compensation reduces proportionally to your assigned fault percentage.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Texas?
Most personal injury claims must be filed within two years from the injury date, though exceptions exist for minors or delayed discovery of injuries.
How does contingency fee representation work?
Our firm takes no upfront fees; payment occurs only after winning your case, with attorney fees calculated as a percentage of the recovered compensation.
What types of damages can I recover in a wrongful death case?
Families may claim funeral expenses, lost income, loss of companionship, and punitive damages when applicable, depending on the circumstances of the fatality.
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