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Pasadena Personal Injury Lawyers
Helping Injured Victims Is What We Do Best
Not every attorney understands what it's like to be on the other side of an injury. Before founding SJ Injury Attorneys, Christopher Soileau worked as a registered nurse and saw firsthand how injuries from negligence-related accidents can devastate a person physically, psychologically, and financially. Kevin Johnson spent years as a chemical plant operator and was an elected Union Business Manager, giving him direct, inside knowledge of industrial workplaces and the importance of enforcing legal protections for workers who've been injured on the job.
That firsthand experience influences how we build every case. When a client comes to us after a plant or refinery accident, Kevin understands the operational side of what likely went wrong, not just the legal side. When a client is fighting to heal and move on, Christopher knows just what a road to recovery looks like.
Our Pasadena personal injury attorneys handle a wide range of cases related to negligence, such as chemical plant explosions, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, car accidents, offshore injuries, slip and fall accidents, and product liability claims. We prepare every case for trial and fight to win, because that's what it takes to pressure companies to do right by our clients.
We know what it takes to fight for you. Call (936) 297-7972 to speak with a Pasadena personal injury lawyer at our firm.
Our Neighbors.
Their Outcomes.
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$11,000,000 Chemical Plant InjurySettlement recovered for a client who sustained severe injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TXPlant & Refinery Accidents
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$10,000,000 Shoulder, Neck & Back Injury
Settlement recovered for a client who sustained shoulder, neck, and lower back injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TX
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$5,000,000 Lower Back InjurySettlement recovered for a client who sustained lower back injuries while working a turnaround at a chemical plant in Pasadena, TXPlant & Refinery Accidents
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$3,500,000 Back and Leg InjuriesRecovered for three patrons of a McAllen restaurant who were struck by a car. Injuries ranged from a broken leg to soft tissue low back injuries which required surgeryCar Accidents
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$3,000,000 Fatal Rear-End CollisionRecovered in a wrongful death case. The client’s spouse was tragically killed in a rear-end accident on Highway 146 in Seabrook, TXWrongful Death
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$2,000,000 Catastrophic Hand InjurySettlement for a client who sustained a degloving injury of his left hand while working at a machine shop in Houston, TexasWork Injuries
Helping accident Victims in Pasadena, TX
Built on Trust. rooted in Texas.
Growing up in modest, working-class families, Christopher and Kevin learned the value of hard work, perseverance, and sacrifice early on. They bring that same relentless work ethic, along with a genuine and unwavering desire to make a difference, to every case they handle, and they're prepared to take a case all the way to trial when that's what it takes to get their clients what they deserve.
That same work ethic carries through to how we treat every client. Built on transparency, honesty, and accountability, we believe you deserve clear communication. We'll tell you the good, the bad, and the ugly every step of the way, because you deserve to know exactly where your case stands.
As members of this community, we're committed not only to helping injury victims recover, but also to making our own backyard safer for our families, friends, and neighbors. From our office in Pasadena, we help clients throughout Houston, Deer Park, Sugar Land, and beyond.
No fee unless we win. That's our promise to every client, every time.
frequently asked questions
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In most cases, Texas law gives you two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003. Certain exceptions can shorten or extend this window, so it's worth talking to an attorney as soon as possible after an accident.
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It depends on whether your employer carries workers' compensation insurance, and in Texas, that's optional. Unlike most states, Texas doesn't require private employers to carry workers' comp coverage. Employers who opt out are called "non-subscribers." According to the Texas Department of Insurance, roughly 25% of private-sector Texas employers were non-subscribers as of 2022. If your employer is a subscriber, workers' comp benefits are generally your exclusive remedy against that employer under Texas Labor Code § 408.001. But if your employer is a non-subscriber, that protection doesn't apply, and you can typically sue your employer directly for negligence, often recovering more than workers' comp benefits would have provided.
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Often, yes, and this is a separate issue from the non-subscriber question above. Even when a plant or refinery owner's own employees are limited to workers' comp remedies, that protection under Texas Labor Code § 408.001 only applies to the employer-employee relationship. It doesn't shield that company from claims by workers employed by a different business, such as a contractor or subcontractor, injured on-site due to that company's negligence. This is a common situation at refineries and chemical plants, where multiple companies' crews are often working the same site at the same time.
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Yes, in many cases. Even a properly repaired vehicle can carry a "diminished value," meaning it's worth less on resale simply because it was in an accident. Texas law allows injury victims to pursue this loss as part of a claim in many circumstances.
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Yes. If a facility's negligence, such as a poorly managed evacuation, inadequate alarms, or unsafe emergency exits, contributes to an injury during an evacuation, the people affected may have a valid negligence claim, even if the injury wasn't caused directly by the chemical release or explosion itself.
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Seek medical attention first, even if you feel fine, since some injuries aren't immediately obvious. Call the police so a report is filed, exchange information with the other driver, and photograph the scene if you're able to safely do so. Avoid discussing fault with the other driver or their insurance company before speaking with a local personal injury attorney in Pasadena.
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It's not always required, but it helps. A police report creates an official record of the accident that can support your version of events. If one wasn't filed at the time, an attorney can help you gather other evidence to build your case.
Our Clients. Their Words.
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“There was no need to constantly call them to check up on my case. They would always update me with any new developments as they got it. I would certainly recommend this firm to anyone and I will definitely use them again.”- Monica V.
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“I’ve never experienced or had an idea of how the process worked with accidents, especially 18 wheelers! Highly recommend Brenda to talk to. She was very professional and stayed on top of my case from the very beginning!”- Erica E.
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“Mr. Soileau represented me in a car accident that occurred in November 2014 where I suffered a herniated disc to my neck requiring surgery. After surgery the medical bills were piling up which caused me quite a bit of stress worrying about how all of the medical bills were going to get paid. As my case was complicated and took almost 2 years to work through, Mr. Soileau and his staff were very understanding of my situation throughout the whole ordeal. They took the time to answer my questions, assist with getting the appropriate medical care and kept me in the loop throughout the process. The outcome was much better than I expected. I highly recommend Mr. Soileau and will refer my family and friends if they ever find themselves in need of his services.”- J.N.
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“I knew few attorneys a couple years back when I needed one to represent me in a case involving an accident with my wife. I was introduced to Mr. Soileau one evening while I was out playing golf. He sat down and took time out his golf game and listened to my predicament I was facing. Afterward, by the way, he handled everything so professionally I hired him and his firm to represent me, hoping we'd settle without it going to court. Needless to say we settled out of court within a year and I was well satisfied with the settlement. Thanks again to Chris Soileau. I'd recommend them to anyone needing a great down to earth attorney, who has a family and wants to know you personally.”- Paul R.
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“It was a longer process than I expected but worked out great in the end. Thanks again!”- Past Client
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“My car was hit by a guy who was racing down the highway. The impact forced my vehicle into a retaining wall. At the time I was between jobs and Mr. Soileau helped me find medical care. Ultimately, Chris obtained a great settlement for my case.”- S.J.
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“We contacted Mr. Soileau after being rear-ended in Kemah, Texas. When we contacted Mr. Soileau we had no health insurance and we were not sure what to do. He helped us find doctors who would work with us and then went on to settle the case for the maximum amount of all insurance policies available.”- J.M.
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“The staff is courteous and understanding. Highly recommend them.”- Past Client
Skid marks fade, witnesses forget, and insurance companies start building their defense the moment your accident happens. Talk to our attorneys now, before critical evidence slips away — it costs you nothing to find out where you stand.
Where We Focus. Where We Win.
- Plant & Refinery Accidents
- Work Injuries
- Wrongful Death
- Truck Accidents
- Industrial Accidents
- Catastrophic Injuries
- Construction Accidents
- Oilfield Accidents
- Offshore Injuries
- Car Accidents
- Boating Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- Maritime Law
- Bicycle Accidents
- Daycare Abuse
Usted no debería tener que elegir entre ser comprendido y recibir la indemnización que merece. Nuestro personal de habla hispana lo acompaña en cada llamada, cada actualización y cada paso de su caso.
One Firm. Every Advantage.
Your Trusted Pasadena Personal Injury Law Firm
Serious injuries deserve more than a generic approach. Our attorneys' firsthand experience means we understand the physical and financial toll of an injury, and the industrial safety failures behind plant and refinery accidents, from the inside. Combined with a network of medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and workplace safety professionals, we build cases that insurance companies take seriously, and we won't recommend a settlement until it reflects the full extent of what you've lost.
That approach has produced real results for our clients: an $11 million settlement for a client severely injured in a chemical plant explosion in Pasadena, $3.5 million recovered for three restaurant patrons struck by a car in McAllen, and $3 million in a wrongful death case in Seabrook. Numbers like these don't happen by accident. They happen because we prepare every case as if it's going to trial, whether it ultimately does or not.
If you want a team that won't back down from a fight, give us a call. We're here to make the legal process as clear and manageable as possible. When you schedule a free consultation, we'll walk through the details of your accident, explain your legal options in plain language, and give you an honest read on what your case may be worth.
There's no obligation, no pressure, and no cost to find out where you stand.
After a serious accident or injury, you need dedicated counsel. Our Pasadena personal injury lawyers are here to help: (936) 297-7972.
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Real-World ExperienceBefore he was an attorney, Kevin Johnson worked the plant floor as a chemical operator and union rep. Christopher Soileau worked as a registered nurse and saw the toll negligence takes on families up close. That firsthand experience shapes how we build every case.
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No Lowball SettlementsInsurance companies count on you accepting the first number they offer. We don't. Our attorneys carefully evaluate what your case is truly worth, and we won't recommend a settlement until it reflects the full extent of what you've lost.
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A Network That Fights for YouWe bring in medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and workplace safety professionals to build the strongest possible case on your behalf. You won't be left to prove your injury alone.
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Bilingual SupportSerious injuries are stressful enough without a language barrier standing in the way. Our staff includes fluent Spanish speakers ready to walk Hispanic families through every step of their case, in the language they're most comfortable with.