Truck Accident — Wrongful Death
Harris County jury verdict. Commercial driver ran a red light on I-10, killing the plaintiff's spouse. Held the trucking company liable for negligent hiring.
Houston Personal Injury Attorneys
When the Stakes
Are Highest,
Trial Lawyers Win.
Hallowell & Pierce has secured more than $90 million for injured Texans since 2004. We take cases to trial. Insurance companies know our name — and that matters for your case.
- $90M+ Recovered for clients
- No Fee Unless we win
- 24/7 Available to you
Verdicts & Settlements
We Go to Trial.
Insurance Companies Notice.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is decided on its own facts.
18-Wheeler Collision
Defective brakes on a commercial rig. Catastrophic spinal injuries. Settled before trial against the carrier and shipper.
Premises Liability — Slip & Fall
Grocery chain liable for a concealed floor hazard. Jury returned full compensatory and exemplary damages.
Rideshare Driver — Serious Injury
Passenger injured when an uninsured motorist struck the rideshare vehicle at highway speed. Complex multi-party coverage dispute resolved.
Product Liability — Defective Airbag
Manufacturer settlement for a defective inflator that injured the driver on a secondary impact. Prior recalls had not been addressed.
Motorcycle Accident — TBI
Defendant made an unsignaled left turn across oncoming traffic. Plaintiff sustained traumatic brain injury and permanent cognitive impairment.
What We Handle
Every Case We Take,
We Take Seriously.
Personal injury law is all we do. That focus means deeper knowledge of the courts, the carriers, and the strategies that move cases toward justice.
Car Accidents
Rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, drunk driver injuries. We hold at-fault drivers and their insurers accountable.
Truck Accidents
18-wheelers, semis, delivery trucks. We investigate driver logs, maintenance records, and corporate policies to find every liable party.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders face outsized injuries and insurer bias. We level that field in court and at the negotiating table.
Slip & Fall
Property owners must keep their premises safe. When they fail, we build the evidence record that holds them accountable.
Premises Liability
Negligent security, inadequate lighting, structural defects. We handle cases where an unsafe property caused serious harm.
Wrongful Death
When negligence takes a life, surviving families deserve justice. We pursue maximum compensation for loss of income, companionship, and grief.
Product Liability
Defective vehicles, medical devices, consumer products. We bring cases against manufacturers when a design or warning failure injures people.
Rideshare Accidents
Uber and Lyft accidents involve overlapping insurance coverage. We untangle the policy layers and pursue every available source of recovery.
Contingency Fee
No Fee Unless We Win. Full Stop.
Serious injuries cost money you don't have — medical bills, missed work, ongoing treatment. Hallowell & Pierce removes the financial barrier to justice.
- You pay nothing up front — no retainer, no hourly fees
- We advance all costs of investigation, experts, and litigation
- Our fee is a percentage of the recovery — only if we succeed
- If we don't win, you owe us nothing — zero
$90M+
Recovered for Houston families
The Attorneys
Trial Lawyers. Not Settlement Brokers.
We select our cases carefully because we intend to try every one that doesn't settle on fair terms. Insurance adjusters respond differently when they know that.
Robert J. Hallowell
Founding Partner
- Texas Bar No. 09204500 — Admitted 2001
- Board Certified, Personal Injury Trial Law — TBLS
- Lead trial counsel in 40+ jury verdicts
- Recognized, Texas Super Lawyers 2018–2026
- University of Texas School of Law, J.D. 2001
Robert founded the firm in 2004 after eight years as a defense attorney for major insurance carriers. That experience gave him a precise map of how the other side prepares — and exactly where their cases break down in front of a Houston jury.
Margaret A. Pierce
Partner
- Texas Bar No. 24061770 — Admitted 2005
- Board Certified, Personal Injury Trial Law — TBLS
- Lead counsel, $8.4M wrongful death verdict
- Recognized, Texas Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2020–2026
- Baylor University School of Law, J.D. 2005
Margaret heads the firm's trucking and commercial vehicle litigation practice. She is one of fewer than 200 attorneys in Texas Board Certified in personal injury trial law, a credential that requires peer review, examinations, and documented trial experience.
Daniel Reyes
Associate Attorney
- Texas Bar No. 24111843 — Admitted 2016
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Focus: car accidents, rideshare, premises liability
- Volunteer counsel, Houston Volunteer Lawyers
- South Texas College of Law, J.D. 2016
Daniel serves the firm's Spanish-speaking clients directly, in their language, from the first call through trial. He was raised in Houston's East End and brings a deep understanding of the communities and courts he works in every day.
What Happens Next
You Called. Here's What We Do.
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Free Case Evaluation — Same Day
A licensed attorney — not a paralegal, not a call-center script — reviews the facts of your case. We tell you honestly whether we think you have a claim, and if so, how strong it looks. No charge, no commitment.
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Investigation Begins Immediately
Evidence disappears fast. We send investigators to preserve the scene, subpoena surveillance footage, secure black-box data from vehicles, and identify every witness before the trail goes cold.
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We Build — and Communicate With You
While we prepare the case, you focus on recovery. We provide regular status updates, answer every question, and explain every option so you can make informed decisions at each stage.
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Demand, Negotiation, and Resolution
We present a demand package built for credibility in the courtroom. Most cases resolve before trial. When they don't, we are ready to walk into Harris County District Court and try the case.
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Your Recovery — Paid and Explained
We provide a complete closing statement showing every dollar collected, every cost deducted, and every cent going to you. No surprises. Your settlement or verdict check follows as quickly as Texas law allows.
Client Voices
Real Clients. Real Outcomes.
These testimonials reflect individual experiences and do not constitute a guarantee or prediction of outcome in any other case.
"After the accident, the trucking company's lawyers contacted me the same day. I didn't know what to do. Hallowell & Pierce took over and I didn't have to deal with them again. Two years later, I had a settlement that covered every medical bill and more. They fought for every dollar."
Tomás M.
18-Wheeler Collision — Northwest Houston
"Margaret Pierce is the best attorney I've ever dealt with. She explained everything in plain English, returned every call, and when the insurance company tried to low-ball us, she took them straight to trial. The verdict spoke for itself."
Sandra L.
Wrongful Death — Harris County
"Daniel habla espanol y eso hizo toda la diferencia. Pude explicar todo exactamente como paso, sin que nadie malinterpretara mis palabras. Me senti escuchada. El caso termino bien y estoy muy agradecida."
Rosario C.
Car Accident — East Houston
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Texas?
Texas law generally gives you two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit, under the statute of limitations in Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §16.003. Exceptions exist — for example, claims against government entities can have much shorter notice requirements. Waiting limits your evidence and options. Contact us as soon as possible after an accident.
What is my case worth?
No attorney can tell you a number before fully investigating your case. Value depends on your medical expenses (past and future), lost income, permanent impairment, pain and suffering, and the specific conduct of the defendant. Cases involving serious or permanent injuries, or a defendant's reckless conduct, often support higher damages. We will give you an honest assessment after reviewing your records.
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Texas follows modified comparative fault rules. You can still recover damages as long as your percentage of fault is 50% or less. Your award is reduced by your share of fault. If you were, say, 20% at fault, you recover 80% of your damages. Insurance companies often try to inflate your percentage of fault to reduce or eliminate their payout — an experienced trial attorney can counter that strategy.
Should I speak to the other driver's insurance company?
No. You are not legally required to give a statement to the at-fault driver's insurer, and doing so before you have an attorney is one of the most common ways accident victims damage their own cases. Adjusters are trained to get recorded statements that can be used to minimize your claim. Decline politely, then call us.
How long does a personal injury case take?
It varies significantly. A clear-liability case with a willing insurer can resolve in six to twelve months. Complex cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or corporate defendants can take two to three years. We never recommend settling before you have reached maximum medical improvement — once you settle, you cannot go back for more if your condition worsens.
Do you handle cases in Spanish? Manejan casos en espanol?
Yes. Attorney Daniel Reyes is fully bilingual and handles client communication, negotiation, and court proceedings in English and Spanish. Si prefiere hablar en espanol, Daniel puede asistirle desde la primera llamada hasta la resolucion de su caso, sin necesidad de interprete.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring any police or accident reports, photographs of the scene and your injuries, medical records and bills you have received, insurance correspondence, witness information, and any communications from the other party's insurer. If you don't have all of these, come anyway — we can help you obtain records through discovery and subpoena.
24/7 — No Charge
Your First Call Is Free. Your Case Evaluation Is Free. We Don't Get Paid Until You Do.
Hablamos Español. Llame ahora o envíenos un mensaje — atendemos a clientes hispanohablantes directamente, sin intérprete.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
No fee unless we recover for you
Houston — Serving all of Harris County and beyond