Business Details
45 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Houston
For over four decades, our firm has championed individuals and families seeking justice through the legal system. Founded in 1981, we combine scientific expertise with legal acumen to tackle complex cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, and defective products. Our team includes attorneys with advanced technical backgrounds, including a founding partner who previously worked at NASA, enabling us to dissect intricate medical and engineering details in litigation.We prioritize client relationships, tailoring strategies to individual needs while maintaining ethical standards that have earned trust from peers and clients nationwide. Our legacy of multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements reflects our commitment to holding negligent parties accountable and driving systemic change in industries ranging from healthcare to manufacturing.
Services
Birth Injuries
Car Accidents
Camp Lejeune Claims
Medical Malpractice
Defective Medical Devices
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Product Liability
Catastrophic Injuries
Oil Refinery Explosions
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Our founding attorney holds a scientific background from NASA, providing unique technical expertise in medical cases
- We've secured hundreds of millions in recoveries since 1981 through complex litigation
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies for each case
- Recognized leaders in multi-district litigation and mass tort cases
- Board-certified attorneys in personal injury trial law with advanced mediation training
What people say
Excellent Lawyers
Supportive, thorough and competent
Worth every penny
Kind and caring team
Attentive and personal
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our attorneys investigate substandard medical care that caused preventable harm, including misdiagnoses, surgical errors, and medication mistakes. We work with medical experts to prove breaches in care standards while our NASA-trained attorney deciphers complex technical arguments. Clients receive personalized representation focused on long-term recovery needs including future medical expenses and lost earning capacity.
Birth Injuries
We help families seek compensation for preventable birth-related injuries like cerebral palsy and brachial plexus injuries. Our team examines prenatal care records, delivery room protocols, and neonatal treatment to identify negligence. With specialized knowledge of obstetric medicine, we calculate lifetime care costs while advocating for systemic changes to prevent future injuries through product redesign or policy reform.
Product Liability
Our firm pursues manufacturers for dangerous consumer goods, medical devices, and automotive defects. We analyze engineering data, safety testing records, and corporate communications to prove design or manufacturing flaws. With technical expertise from our NASA background, we've helped remove hazardous products from the market while securing compensation for victims' medical expenses and pain and suffering.
Car Accidents
We represent victims of negligent drivers, defective vehicles, and commercial trucking companies. Our team investigates crash dynamics, reconstructs accidents using scientific methods, and calculates both immediate and future damages. We challenge insurance companies' lowball offers while preparing cases for trial if necessary, ensuring clients receive full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma.
Camp Lejeune Claims
We assist veterans and families affected by contaminated water at Camp Lejeune military base. Our attorneys navigate federal legislation to pursue compensation for cancers and chronic illnesses linked to VOC exposure between 1953-1987. We handle complex multi-district litigation while providing compassionate support for clients dealing with long-term health consequences from this environmental disaster.
People
Charles R Houssiere III
Senior Partner
Former NASA scientist turned attorney with board certification in personal injury law. Combines technical expertise with legal skill to handle complex medical and product liability cases.
Linda Durant Houssiere
Managing Partner
Experienced trial attorney with advanced mediation training, specializing in mass tort litigation and complex personal injury cases with a focus on client advocacy.
Randal A Kauffman
Attorney at Law
Dedicated personal injury attorney working on complex litigation cases, collaborating with senior partners to develop strategic legal approaches for client representation.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury litigation including medical malpractice, birth injuries, car accidents, defective products, and catastrophic injuries caused by negligence.
How is your firm different from others?
Our attorneys combine legal expertise with scientific backgrounds, including a founding partner who worked at NASA, giving us unique advantages in technical cases.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
Yes, we represent clients nationwide in multi-district litigation and complex cases requiring our specialized expertise.
What if I can't afford legal fees?
We work on contingency - you pay nothing unless we win your case through settlement or verdict.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Texas has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, but specific circumstances may affect this timeframe.
