Hit by a Drunk Driver in Texas? We'll Make Sure They're Held Accountable.

When someone chooses to get behind the wheel drunk and that choice puts you in a hospital bed, you deserve more than an insurance settlement that barely covers your bills. You deserve a legal team that treats this for what it is — a preventable act of negligence — and fights to recover every dollar you're owed. At Littleton Law Firm, we've been doing exactly that for nearly 50 years across Houston and throughout Texas.

Why Drunk Driving Cases Require a Different Level of Fight

Drunk driving crashes aren't ordinary accidents. A driver who chose to get intoxicated and operate a vehicle made a conscious decision that endangered everyone around them. That distinction matters enormously in how your case is built and what compensation you can pursue. Texas law allows injured victims to seek punitive damages — also called exemplary damages — in cases involving intoxicated drivers, which goes beyond standard economic and medical recovery. Insurance companies know this, and they work quickly to limit their exposure before you have legal representation. The sooner you have a DUI accident attorney in your corner, the better positioned you are.

What We Investigate in Every Drunk Driving Case

The Full Chain of Liability

Texas law recognizes that liability in a drunk driving crash doesn't always stop with the driver. Under the Texas Dram Shop Act, establishments that served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person — or to a minor — can be held legally responsible for the harm that follows. We investigate every link in the chain: the driver's prior record, where and how much alcohol was served, whether a bar or restaurant continued serving despite visible intoxication, and whether any other parties contributed to the crash. This matters because it can substantially increase the total recovery available to you.

Evidence That Disappears Fast

Drunk driving cases are time-sensitive in ways that other crash cases aren't. Blood alcohol content (BAC) results, police reports, toxicology records, surveillance footage from nearby businesses, and witness statements all need to be preserved quickly. We move fast to gather and secure that evidence before it's lost, deleted, or disputed. Our team contacts the relevant parties, issues preservation demands, and begins building your case file from day one.

The Full Scope of Your Damages

A serious crash caused by an intoxicated driver can affect every part of your life — not just your medical bills. We build your claim to account for all of it:

 

  • Emergency and ongoing medical treatment
  • Lost income and reduced earning capacity
  • Physical therapy and long-term rehabilitation
  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
  • Property damage and transportation costs
  • Punitive damages where the conduct warrants it

Who We Represent in Drunk Driving Cases

We represent anyone injured by an intoxicated driver in Texas, including:

 

  • Drivers and passengers struck by a drunk driver
  • Pedestrians and cyclists hit by an impaired motorist
  • Rideshare passengers injured in a drunk driving crash
  • Family members of wrongful death victims killed by a drunk driver
  • Victims of hit-and-run crashes where intoxication is suspected

 

If you were hurt anywhere in the Greater Houston area — including Sugar Land, Katy, Pearland, The Woodlands, or Pasadena — or anywhere else in Texas, we can help. Our firm serves clients statewide.

Nearly 50 Years of Recovering What Victims Are Owed

Littleton Law Firm has been representing injured Texans since 1976. We've recovered millions for clients across all personal injury practice areas, including victims of drunk and intoxicated drivers across Houston, Harris County, and the surrounding region. Our team-based model means your case is never handled by a single overloaded attorney — you have a dedicated team working your file, with Larry Littleton as the attorney of record on your contract. That structure exists because your case deserves consistent attention, not whoever is available that day.

We Speak Your Language — In Every Sense

Our team handles cases in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. If you or a family member is more comfortable communicating in Spanish or Mandarin, we have attorneys and staff who will work with you in your language from your first call through the resolution of your case. No translators, no miscommunication, no barriers to getting the representation you deserve.

Answers to Common Questions About Drunk Driving Accident Claims in Texas

  • Can I sue a drunk driver if they were also charged with a DUI or DWI?

    Yes. A criminal DUI or DWI charge and a civil personal injury claim are separate legal proceedings. The criminal case is handled by the state — your civil claim is separate and exists to compensate you directly for your injuries, lost income, and other damages. A criminal conviction can actually strengthen your civil case, but you don't have to wait for criminal proceedings to conclude before pursuing your claim.

  • What is the deadline to file a drunk driving injury claim in Texas?

    In most cases, Texas law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. Missing that deadline typically means losing your right to recover. We recommend contacting an attorney as soon as possible — not because of the deadline alone, but because evidence is most accessible in the days and weeks immediately after a crash.

  • Can I recover punitive damages if I was hit by a drunk driver in Texas?

    Texas law permits exemplary (punitive) damages in cases involving gross negligence, and driving while intoxicated generally qualifies. These damages are designed to punish conduct that goes beyond ordinary carelessness. Whether punitive damages apply in your specific case depends on the facts — our team can evaluate that during your free case review.

  • What if the drunk driver had no insurance or minimal coverage?

    This is more common than most people expect. If the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, we explore every available avenue — including your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage and any dram shop liability against the establishment that served the driver. We work to find every source of recovery, not just the most obvious one.

Littleton Law Firm has represented dog bite victims and animal attack survivors across Houston and Greater Texas since 1976. Founded by Larry Littleton on a conviction that negligent property owners and dog owners must be held accountable when their failures hurt people, the firm has recovered significant compensation for victims of all ages — including children with lasting injuries. Larry Littleton serves as attorney of record on all client contracts. Learn more about our firm on our About Us page.

Ready to Talk? We're Available Right now.

You shouldn't have to fight an insurance company alone after someone else's reckless decision put you here. Our team has been standing up for injured Texans for nearly 50 years, and we're ready to stand up for you. Call us at 713-333-3333, reach us toll-free at 866-333-3333, or start your case online right now.