1. Herrman & Herrman, P.L.L.C.
Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, premises liability, slip and fall accidents, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, wrongful death, workplace injuries, oil field injuries
Case Types Handled: Motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, left-turn motorcycle accidents, intersection motorcycle accidents, rear-end motorcycle collisions, drunk driver motorcycle accidents, distracted driver motorcycle accidents, head injury motorcycle crashes, spinal cord injury motorcycle accidents, road rash injuries, fatal motorcycle accidents, wrongful death motorcycle cases
Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, evidence preservation, insurance claim negotiation, life planning for future treatment needs, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery (past and future), lost wage claims, loss of earning capacity claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Brothers Gregory H. Herrman and David E. Herrman lead the firm. Member of Law Tigers, America’s Motorcycle Lawyers. The firm has attorneys who ride motorcycles themselves, providing personal understanding of rider challenges. Offices throughout Texas including two Corpus Christi locations. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Location: 1201 3rd Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 (Headquarters) and 5702 S Staples Street, Suite F-5, Corpus Christi, TX 78413 (South Side)
Contact: (361) 882-4357 | https://www.herrmanandherrman.com
Consultation: Free consultation and case evaluation. Contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
2. Bandas Law Firm, P.C.
Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, catastrophic injuries, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, burn injuries, premises liability, wrongful death, work injuries, construction accidents, nursing home abuse
Case Types Handled: Motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, left-turn motorcycle accidents, lane change motorcycle accidents, rear-end motorcycle collisions, drunk driver motorcycle accidents, distracted driver motorcycle accidents, road rash injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputation injuries, fatal motorcycle accidents, wrongful death motorcycle cases
Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident scene inspection, eyewitness interviews, physical evidence collection, police report review, driving history review, accident reconstruction with experts, medical records review, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, economic and non-economic damage recovery
Background: Personal injury trial firm in Nueces County with multi-million dollar case results including a $27.5 million work injury settlement. Led by Christopher Bandas. Understands challenges of proving fault in motorcycle cases and insurance company tactics. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Available around the clock.
Location: 555 N. Carancahua St, Suite 1200, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Contact: (361) 222-2222 | https://www.bandaslawfirm.com
Consultation: Free consultation. Available 24/7.
3. Thomas J. Henry Law
Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, personal injury, wrongful death, workplace injuries, oil field injuries, premises liability, product liability
Case Types Handled: Motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, intersection motorcycle accidents, left-turn motorcycle accidents, drunk driver motorcycle accidents, distracted driver motorcycle accidents, head injuries from motorcycle crashes, spinal cord injuries from motorcycle accidents, road rash injuries, fatal motorcycle accidents, wrongful death motorcycle cases
Legal Services: Negligence investigation, accident reconstruction, evidence gathering, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, wrongful death claims
Background: Personal injury law firm with over 30 years of experience serving clients in Corpus Christi. Team of more than 100 attorneys. Handles severe motorcycle injury cases including those requiring surgeries and extended treatment. Available around the clock including nights and weekends. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas (multiple Texas offices)
Contact: https://thomasjhenrylaw.com
Consultation: Free consultation. Available 24/7.
4. The Patel Firm
Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, personal injury, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries
Case Types Handled: Motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, intersection motorcycle accidents, lane change motorcycle accidents, drunk driver motorcycle accidents, distracted driver motorcycle accidents, head injuries from motorcycle crashes, spinal cord injuries from motorcycle accidents, wrongful death motorcycle cases
Legal Services: Negligence investigation, police report gathering, witness interviews, accident reconstruction expert consultation, liability identification, insurance claim negotiation, medical lien resolution, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations
Background: Led by attorney Minesh Patel with local knowledge of Corpus Christi roads and traffic patterns, including dangerous areas like SH 358 (Crosstown Expressway), I-37, SPID, and Highway 35. Understands heavy tourist traffic near beach areas and congestion around industrial corridors. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Location: 555 N Carancahua St #1750, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Contact: (361) 400-2036 | https://thepatelfirm.com
Consultation: Free consultation. Contingency fee basis with no payment unless case is won.
5. Brunkenhoefer, P.C. Injury Attorneys
Practice Focus: Motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, personal injury, wrongful death, workplace injuries
Case Types Handled: Motorcycle vs. car collisions, motorcycle vs. truck collisions, intersection motorcycle accidents, drunk driver motorcycle accidents, distracted driver motorcycle accidents, head injuries from motorcycle crashes, road rash injuries, wrongful death motorcycle cases
Legal Services: Negligence investigation, insurance claim evaluation, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical expense recovery, lost wage claims, pain and suffering damages, rehabilitation cost recovery, wrongful death claims
Background: Founded in 1992 with over 30 years of experience in Corpus Christi and South Texas. Attorneys including Blake Brunkenhoefer handle motorcycle accident claims with local courthouse knowledge and understanding of Texas motorcycle laws. Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Contact: (361) 310-5299 | https://www.brunklaw.com
Consultation: Free consultation available.
Motorcycle Accident Laws and Regulations in Texas
Statute of Limitations: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003 establishes a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims arising from motorcycle accidents, measured from the date of the accident. Property damage claims also have a two-year limitation period.
Fault System: Texas is an at-fault (tort) state. The party responsible for causing the accident is liable for damages. Injured motorcyclists pursue claims against the at-fault driver’s liability insurance.
Comparative Negligence: Texas follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. An injured motorcyclist can recover compensation only if their fault is 50% or less. If found 51% or more at fault, the motorcyclist cannot recover any damages. Recovery is reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to the motorcyclist.
Minimum Insurance Requirements: Texas requires motorcyclists to carry minimum liability insurance of $30,000 per person for bodily injury, $60,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage (30/60/25).
Helmet Law: Texas has a partial helmet law. Riders and passengers under 21 must wear helmets. Those 21 and older may ride without helmets if they have completed a motorcycle safety course or are covered by a health insurance plan that covers motorcycle injuries.
Eye Protection: Texas does not have a mandatory eye protection law for motorcyclists.
Lane Splitting: Lane splitting is not explicitly addressed in Texas law but is generally not legal. Motorcyclists should not ride between lanes of traffic.
Motorcycle Licensing: Riders must obtain a Class M motorcycle license. A motorcycle safety course is recommended and may waive the riding portion of the license test.
Equipment Requirements: Motorcycles must have proper lighting, at least one mirror, working brakes, horn, and muffler.
Handlebar Height: Texas Transportation Code requires that handlebars allow the rider to keep at least one hand on the handlebars while signaling.
Passenger Requirements: Passengers may only ride if the motorcycle is designed to carry passengers with a proper seat.
No-Fault/PIP: Texas is not a no-fault state. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage is optional but offered by insurers.
Damage Caps: Texas caps non-economic damages only in medical malpractice cases. There is no cap on non-economic damages in motorcycle accident personal injury cases. Punitive damages are capped at the greater of $200,000 or two times economic damages plus non-economic damages up to $750,000.
Dram Shop Liability: Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 2.02 allows claims against establishments that served alcohol to visibly intoxicated persons who later caused accidents.
Wrongful Death: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71 allows surviving spouse, children, and parents to file wrongful death claims within two years of death.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Texas?
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003 provides a two-year window from the date of the motorcycle accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This same two-year period applies to property damage claims and wrongful death claims (measured from the date of death). If you fail to file within this timeframe, you will lose your right to pursue compensation through the court system. Given the time needed to investigate accidents, gather evidence, and prepare cases, consulting an attorney soon after an accident is advisable.
How does the helmet law affect my motorcycle accident claim in Texas?
Texas has a partial helmet law that requires riders under 21 to wear helmets. Riders 21 and older may ride without helmets if they have completed a motorcycle safety course or have health insurance covering motorcycle injuries. If you were not wearing a helmet and were legally exempt, the lack of helmet use generally should not affect your claim. However, if you were required to wear a helmet and did not, or if you suffered head injuries that a helmet might have prevented, the defense may argue comparative negligence to reduce your compensation for those specific injuries.
Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault for the motorcycle accident?
Texas follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. You can recover compensation if you were 50% or less at fault for the accident. Your recovery amount is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you suffered $100,000 in damages but were found 30% at fault, you would recover $70,000. However, if you are found 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover any damages. Insurance companies often try to assign more fault to motorcyclists, so having an attorney to counter these arguments is important.
What compensation can I recover from a motorcycle accident claim in Corpus Christi?
Motorcycle accident victims in Texas can recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include medical expenses (past and future), lost wages, loss of earning capacity, property damage to your motorcycle, and other out-of-pocket costs. Non-economic damages cover physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. In wrongful death cases, families can recover funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of companionship, and mental anguish. Texas does not cap non-economic damages in motorcycle accident cases. Punitive damages may be available in cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Why do insurance companies often try to blame motorcyclists for accidents?
Insurance companies and even some police officers tend to view motorcyclists less favorably, sometimes based on unfounded stereotypes that riders are reckless. Insurers actively look for ways to minimize payouts and will try to assign fault to motorcyclists to reduce or deny claims. Common tactics include claiming the motorcyclist was speeding, failed to yield, or was difficult to see. An experienced motorcycle accident attorney understands these tactics and can gather evidence to counter false blame, including accident reconstruction, witness statements, and vehicle damage analysis to prove the other driver’s negligence.