Business Details
27 Years
experience
Dallas Personal Injury Lawyers
The Goolsby Law Firm has been dedicated to recovering damages for injured clients in North Texas for over 11 years. Our practice focuses on personal injury cases arising from auto accidents, motorcycle collisions, slip-and-fall incidents, and other negligence-related injuries. With a commitment to aggressive representation and personalized service, we ensure clients work directly with our lead attorney, not paralegals, to navigate complex legal challenges.Our team combines civil and criminal law expertise to build strong cases against insurance companies, prioritizing client needs throughout the process. We serve Dallas, Collin, Denton, Rockwall, and Tarrant counties, offering free consultations to help clients understand their rights and options.
Services
Auto Accident Claims
Motorcycle Accidents
Wrongful Death
Slip and Fall
Truck Accidents
Drunk Driving Cases
Premises Liability
Defective Products
Work Injuries
Bicycle Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer over 16 years of combined civil and criminal law experience.
- Our firm provides direct attorney communication, not paralegal handling.
- We work on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
- We serve multiple North Texas counties including Dallas and Tarrant.
- Our team aggressively negotiates with insurance companies for fair settlements.
Services
Auto Accident Claims
Our Dallas auto accident attorneys represent clients injured in collisions caused by distracted, impaired, or reckless drivers. We handle all aspects of your claim, from negotiating with insurance companies to proving liability for head injuries, spinal trauma, and other serious damages. With over 16 years of experience, we ensure clients receive fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful Death
We assist families grieving the loss of loved ones due to drunk driving, truck accidents, or premises liability. Our firm investigates fatal crashes, documents financial impacts, and pursues compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional distress. With experience in complex wrongful death litigation, we provide compassionate yet aggressive representation during this difficult time.
Slip and Fall
Our attorneys handle slip-and-fall cases caused by hazardous property conditions. We prove property owner negligence in maintaining safe premises, pursuing claims for broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal damage. With a focus on senior citizen injuries, we document medical treatment and long-term care needs to secure appropriate compensation.
Truck Accidents
We represent victims of 18-wheeler and semi-truck collisions on major North Texas highways. Our firm investigates driver fatigue, improper loading, and company negligence, challenging trucking firms' quick settlement offers. We document catastrophic injuries like internal organ damage and paralysis to secure fair compensation for long-term medical care and lost earning capacity.
Motorcycle Accidents
Our Dallas motorcycle accident lawyers advocate for riders injured by negligent drivers. We handle claims involving lane splitting disputes, visibility issues, and road design hazards. With expertise in proving liability in 70% of cases involving driver inattention, we pursue compensation for road rash injuries, limb amputations, and other severe motorcycle crash damages.
People
Mike Goolsby
Attorney
Mike Goolsby has practiced law for over 16 years, combining civil and criminal court experience. He graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1994 after earning a business degree from the University of North Texas. Former Dallas County prosecutor and founder of The Goolsby Law Firm since 1999.
Melissa Haworth
Paralegal
Melissa Haworth brings over 15 years of experience handling complex personal injury cases. She graduated from Texas Wesleyan School of Law and assists with case strategy for multi-million dollar claims including construction accidents and vehicle rollovers.
Maria Flores
Legal Assistant
Maria Flores has supported personal injury cases since 2002. She assists with client interviews and case management, leveraging her business degree and bilingual capabilities to serve diverse client needs effectively.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle auto accidents, motorcycle collisions, slip-and-falls, truck accidents, drunk driving cases, and wrongful death claims throughout North Texas.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis, charging 33-40% of recovered damages with no upfront costs or hourly fees.
What should I do immediately after an accident?
Seek medical treatment, document the scene with photos, obtain witness information, and contact our firm before speaking to insurance companies.
How long do I have to file a claim in Texas?
Most personal injury claims in Texas have a two-year statute of limitations from the accident date to file a lawsuit.
Can I afford legal representation?
Yes, our contingency fee arrangement means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for your injuries.
