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DWI Accident Lawyer Serving Bastrop, Texas
Injured by a Drunk Driver in Bastrop? Let Us Fight for You.
A driver’s choice to drink and drive puts every other person on the road at risk. In Bastrop County, where roads like Highway 71, Highway 21, and FM 535 are frequently traveled at high speeds, a single impaired driver can cause devastating, life-altering injuries.
If you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by a drunk or drugged driver in Bastrop, TX, you deserve justice — and full compensation. At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we represent victims of DWI-related crashes and hold impaired drivers accountable for the harm they’ve caused. You focus on healing; we’ll handle the legal fight.
Drunk Driving Accidents in Bastrop Are 100% Preventable
Driving under the influence is one of the most reckless and selfish things a person can do behind the wheel. And in Bastrop, the consequences can be fatal. Despite public awareness campaigns and strong DUI laws in Texas, many drivers still choose to get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or using drugs.
DWI-related accidents often involve:
Excessive speeding or reckless driving
Crossing into oncoming traffic
Running red lights or stop signs
Sideswipes and head-on collisions
Rear-end crashes at high speeds
Because of the driver’s impaired judgment and slowed reaction time, these crashes tend to be more severe than the average collision.
Common Injuries in DWI Accidents
Victims of drunk driving accidents often suffer serious or catastrophic injuries, even in what would otherwise be considered a minor collision.
Some of the most common injuries include:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Broken bones and crush injuries
Internal bleeding and organ damage
Burns from vehicle fires or explosions
Long-term PTSD or emotional trauma
Many of our clients in Bastrop have faced weeks or months of recovery, missed time from work, and mounting medical expenses. If a family member was killed in a fatal drunk driving crash, you may also have a wrongful death claim.
We Pursue Maximum Compensation — Including Punitive Damages
In most car accident cases, victims can pursue compensatory damages for things like medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage.
But DWI accidents are different. In Texas, when someone causes a crash due to intoxication, you may also be eligible for punitive damages — a form of compensation meant to punish particularly reckless or dangerous conduct.
At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we build powerful cases to pursue every available form of compensation. That includes:
Emergency and ongoing medical treatment
Surgeries, rehabilitation, and physical therapy
Lost income and future earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish and emotional distress
Property damage
Punitive damages (in drunk or drugged driving cases)
We also investigate whether third parties — such as bars or restaurants — may be liable under Texas dram shop laws for over-serving the intoxicated driver.
We Handle the Legal Battle. You Focus on Recovery.
Insurance companies are quick to minimize claims, even when their policyholder is clearly at fault. In some DWI cases, the driver may also face criminal charges — but those don’t automatically result in compensation for victims. That’s where we come in.
Our firm handles all aspects of your civil claim, including:
Investigating the crash and gathering evidence
Reviewing police reports and toxicology results
Working with accident reconstruction experts
Calculating the full extent of your damages
Dealing with the insurance company on your behalf
Taking your case to trial if necessary
You won’t pay us anything upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless you win.
Representing Victims Throughout Bastrop County
While our main office serves Central Texas, we proudly represent clients injured in Bastrop, Cedar Creek, Elgin, Smithville, Camp Swift, and throughout Bastrop County.
Whether your accident occurred on Highway 71, SH-95, or one of the many rural roads in the region, we’re ready to step in and protect your rights. We understand the local court systems, juries, and insurance tactics — and we know how to build a strong case.
Schedule Your Free Case Consultation Today
If you’ve been injured by a drunk or drugged driver in Bastrop, TX, don’t wait to get the legal help you need. The sooner we can investigate and preserve evidence, the stronger your case will be.
The Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker offers free consultations for all personal injury claims. We’ll answer your questions, explain your options, and help you take the next steps toward justice.
Call today or fill out our secure contact form to get started. You’ve been through enough — let us fight for what you deserve.