Austin Specific FAQ

Austin has several roads and intersections that are known for high accident rates. Interstate 35, which runs through the heart of the city, is consistently one of the most dangerous corridors due to heavy congestion, ongoing construction, and high speed differentials. Other dangerous roads include Highway 183, Highway 71/Ben White Boulevard, MoPac Expressway, Lamar Boulevard, and Riverside Drive. Intersections with high crash rates include the I-35 and Highway 290 interchange, the intersection of Lamar and Rundberg, and the area around Slaughter Lane and I-35. If you have been injured in an accident on any Austin road, our local attorneys know these dangerous areas well and can use that knowledge to strengthen your case.

If you are hit by a rideshare driver such as an Uber or Lyft driver in Austin, follow the same steps you would after any accident. Call 911, document the scene, and seek medical attention. Additionally, try to determine whether the driver was logged into the rideshare app at the time of the accident, as this affects which insurance policies apply. If the driver was actively on a trip or waiting for a ride request, the rideshare company's commercial insurance policy may provide coverage up to $1 million. If the driver was not logged in, only their personal auto insurance applies. These cases involve multiple layers of insurance coverage and can be complex. Our attorneys have experience handling rideshare accident claims in Austin and can navigate the process for you.

If you are involved in a hit and run in Texas, try to note as many details about the fleeing vehicle as possible, including its make, model, color, and license plate number. Call 911 immediately and file a police report. Check for any surveillance cameras in the area and ask nearby witnesses for their contact information. Seek medical attention for your injuries right away. Even if the at fault driver is never identified, you may be able to recover compensation through your own uninsured motorist coverage. Texas law treats hit and run drivers as uninsured motorists for insurance purposes. Our attorneys can help you file a claim under your own policy and pursue every avenue of recovery available to you.

The ongoing I-35 expansion project in Austin has created significant safety hazards for drivers. Construction zones feature narrowed lanes, shifted traffic patterns, reduced speed limits, concrete barriers close to travel lanes, and confusing signage that changes frequently. These conditions lead to rear end collisions, sideswipe accidents, and crashes caused by drivers suddenly merging or braking. Construction debris on the roadway can also cause tire blowouts and loss of vehicle control. When construction zone conditions contribute to an accident, liability may extend to the construction company, the Texas Department of Transportation, or other parties responsible for maintaining safe conditions. Our attorneys investigate construction zone accidents thoroughly and hold all responsible parties accountable.

After an accident in the Austin area, the hospital you go to may depend on the severity of your injuries and your location. For serious or life threatening injuries, Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas is the region's only Level I trauma center and is equipped to handle the most critical cases. St. David's Medical Center, Ascension Seton Medical Center, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Round Rock are also excellent options for emergency care. For less severe injuries, urgent care centers and emergency rooms throughout the Austin metro area can provide treatment. The most important thing is to seek medical attention as soon as possible after an accident, as prompt treatment creates a documented record that strengthens your injury claim.