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Automobile Accidents


With the increasing number of distractions available to drivers while operating a motor vehicle, the number of car accidents throughout the United States is staggering, According to a 2013 CDC report, the United States is the leading country for fatal car crashes.

Distract driving, drunk driving, and even standard reckless driving is a serious problem throughout this country and especially in the state of Texas. When you are injured in an accident with another driver, you need to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney prepared to help you get the compensation you’re owed.   


Attorney for Automobile Accidents in The Woodlands, Texas

Personal injury attorney, Matt Horak has years of experience representing clients who have been injured in automobile accidents with reckless or distracted drivers. After being involved in a car collision with another driver, you may be feeling overwhelmed by damages to your vehicle or by bodily injury.

At Horak Law, we can assist you in getting your life back to normal as soon as possible. If you were injured in an accident, contact Horak Law to schedule a consultation at our Montgomery County office to discuss your options for recovery.

Located in The Woodlands, Texas Horak Law also accepts clients in the surrounding cities of Conroe, Houston, Shenandoah, and Spring. We also serve surrounding counties including Harris County, Liberty County, Walker County, and Waller County.  


Popular Causes of Automobile Accidents

Even the safest drivers can cause an accident if an object or unexpected obstacle obstructs the driver’s successful operation of his or her motor vehicle. However, in most cases, accidents are caused by the following:

  • Speeding
  • Reckless driving
  • Failure to stop or yield
  • Driver error
  • Cell phone use while driving
  • Road rage
  • Drowsy driving
  • Rough roadways
  • Automobile defects

Most of these reasons include poor judgment or general distractions while driving. Causes for a car collision as well as both parties’ fault in the accident play a large part in the amount of damages an injured driver may recover following an accident.  


Types of Automobile Accidents

At Horak Law, we represent clients who have been injured in various types of automobile accidents. Roadway accidents are not limited to car accidents. Some of the most common types of accidents in which an individual may sustain serious injuries include the following:

  • Hit-and-run accidents
  • DUI accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Mass Transit accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Drowsy driving
  • Taxi accidents
  • Texting and driving
  • Truck accidents
  • Rental car accidents

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Additional Resources
Talk. Text. Crash.– Visit the Distracted Driving Campaign page of the Texas Department of Transportation website to find out more information about distracted driving and how to avoid it. This website provides examples of items which may be a distraction while driving. Also, find statistics on the number of automobile collisions linked to texting and driving.   


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Find a Lawyer for Automobile Collisions in Montgomery County, Texas

If you live in Montgomery County and were recently injured in an automobile collision with another driver who may have been distracted, inebriated, or otherwise at fault, call Horak Law at (713) 225-8000 to schedule your no-obligation consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer

Conveniently located in the heart of The Woodlands, our firm also accepts clients in nearby cities including Houston, Conroe, Shenandoah, and Spring, Texas.

At Horak Law, we understand how stressful an accident can be especially when you have sustained serious injuries leading to expensive medical bills. Let Matt Horak assist you during this difficult time. We also represent those injured in Walker County, Waller County, Liberty County, and Harris County.  

This article was last updated on January 30, 2017.

  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization | Criminal Law
  • National College for DUI Defense
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Laywers
  • Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
  • Better Business Bureau - A+ rating
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