You may have a personal injury case if you were hurt because of someone else’s negligence, a careless driver, a property owner who failed to fix a hazard, a defective product, or a medical provider who fell below the standard of care. Generally, a case requires four elements: someone owed you a duty of care, they breached that duty, that breach caused your injury, and you suffered real damages (medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc.). The best way to know for sure is a free case evaluation, since every situation has its own facts.
Helping Injured Texans After Serious Vehicle Crashes
Matt Breeland is a personal injury attorney focused on providing compassionate support for those who have been hurt because of someone else’s carelessness.
Proudly Serving Austin, Central Texas and
throughout the Lone Star State.
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Recent Case Results
Verdict
$5.52 Million
Jury Verdict – Travis County
Settlement
$3.75 Million
Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement
Verdict
$2.47 Million
Jury Verdict – Dallas County
Settlement
$332,500
Policy-limit highly contested underinsured motorist settlement
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Breeland Injury Law
Helping Injured Texans Across Austin, Central Texas & Beyond
Ready To Fight For The Compensation You Deserve
You may have no prior experience with lawyers or the legal system, but now find yourself injured because of someone else’s carelessness. Matt Breeland knows this can be a confusing and traumatic time. He works with his clients to make sure they understand what to expect throughout the process.
A Lawyer Who Knows Both Sides Of Personal Injury
After spending the first part of his career defending personal injury cases, Matt knows how the other side works. In that role, he gained a unique and highly valuable perspective on the litigation tactics employed by insurance companies against those who fall victim to another person’s carelessness.
In 2016, Matt felt a calling to switch sides and begin representing Texas injury victims. Since then, he has worked exclusively as counsel to accident victims. Assisting Matt is his pugnacious partner Jerome, a rescue pug who was left on the side of the road and now lives like a king.
Our Practice Areas
Catastrophic
Truck Accidents
After a truck accident caused by the carelessness of a third party, you have the option to recover compensation from the liable party. However, you may require the service of a committed and experienced truck accident lawyer to help you build a solid case.
Premises
Liability
Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition. If you got hurt on someone else’s premises – whether public or private property – you may have a legal claim. It’s important to explore all of your options for pursuing compensation with the help of a premises liability attorney.
Uber & Lyft
Accidents
Rideshares, such as Uber and Lyft, were once a novelty, but now they’ve long outpaced taxis as a ride-for-hire service. It’s hard to find fault with the ease and convenience of finding a ride at your fingertips. While rideshare accidents are rare, when they do occur, they can be serious. Getting the compensation that you as a passenger deserve is often an uphill battle. Legal help can go a long way toward getting what you deserve in a timely manner, so hiring a rideshare accident lawyer can greatly improve you chances of compensation.
Pedestrian
Accidents
Pedestrian accidents in Austin can have devastating consequences. If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, you don’t have to navigate this difficult time alone. Austin personal injury and pedestrian accident lawyer Matt Breeland is here to help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Dog
Bites
Dog bite victims suffer some of the most physically and psychologically damaging injuries outside of vehicle accidents. Dogs tend to attack small children and the elderly, often biting them in the face and causing permanent scars and emotional trauma. When dog owners are negligent in controlling their animals, dog bite victims deserve to get compensation for their injuries. In order to work towards the damages you are owed, you need a dog bite lawyer who is ready to fight for your rights.
Car
Accidents
Accidents don’t just happen. They are caused by someone who decided – even for a moment – not to follow one or more basic rules of the road. Distracted driving is an epidemic, and the largest culprit is cellphone use and texting (including emailing). “Driving while distracted” is the new driving while intoxicated and is just as dangerous. Matt holds insurance companies accountable for the harms caused by distracted drivers. And, when necessary, Matt will take his clients’ cases before juries and seek verdicts that reflect the conscience of the community.
We're Here to Help
If you or a loved one has been injured, contact us for a free, confidential consultation.
Meet Matt
As a personal injury trial attorney, Matt has been consistently named in Texas Monthly Magazine’s list of Super Lawyers Rising Stars and, when he became eligible, Super Lawyers since 2017. Only 5% of Texas attorneys receive this recognition, which is based on a multiphase selection process that includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations.
In 2019, Matt obtained one of the top 50 motor vehicle accident verdicts in the state. In 2025, he obtained one of the top 25 personal injury verdicts in general, which was a top 10 verdict in the premises liability category. Also in 2025, Matt was voted into the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates – an honor given to less than 1% of lawyers in the country.
Outside of work, Matt is married to Austin real estate broker Leslie Breeland, who is also an attorney. They met in law school and now have two teenage son and daughter, and a French Bulldog named Sammy (who is also a critical Breeland Injury Law team member).
Schedule a free consultation with Matt Breeland at Breeland Injury Law, PLLC
by calling 512-764-3380 or through the online contact form.
Matt’s Education and Experience
2003
The University Of Texas
B.A. in Psychology and Philosophy
2006
Texas Tech School Of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence
2008
Insurance Defense
Matt begins eight years of defense practice at prominent Austin firms.
2016
Plaintiff Attorney
Matt transitions to representing injured individuals.
2019
Top Jury Verdict
Matt transitions to representing injured individuals.
2021
Breeland Injury Law
Matt opens his own law firm dedicated to representing injured Texans.
Sammy: Chief
Morale Officer
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I had a great experience working with Matt Breeland. He was professional, responsive, and kept me informed throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer my questions and made everything as smooth and stress-free as possible. Thank you, Matt, for all your hard work and for helping me through my case. I truly appreciate everything you…
After I was rear-ended and unsure how to navigate the legal process, Matt Breeland was recommended to me and I’m really glad he was. He made everything simple and easy to understand, and the whole process ended up being much less stressful than I expected. He handled everything professionally and kept me updated along the way. I also…
As a foreigner, this was my first time experiencing an car accident here, and I had no idea how the process worked. I felt scared, worried, and overwhelmed. I read many law firm reviews before choosing here, and it turned out to be a perfect decision. He was incredibly kind, and what I appreciated most was communication. He…
I highly recommend Attorney Matt Breeland and Breeland Injury Law for personal injury legal representation. He and his team provided exceptional guidance and representation for my matter following a car accident in which I was rear-ended at a stop light, my car was totaled, and I sustained injuries for which my doctor expects I will require chronic pain…
Matt was recommended to me by one of the biggest personal injury firms in Austin. Over the course of my 6 month case, he guided me every step of the way and made the process very streamlined and straightforward. He always replied quickly and definitely helped manage my expectations. If you need personal injury legal advice, I couldn't…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Have a Personal Injury Case?
How Much Does It Cost to Hire Breeland Injury Law?
Breeland Injury Law works on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront and no attorney fees unless we win your case. Our fee comes as a percentage of your settlement or verdict, and we cover the costs of investigating and building your case along the way. We offer free, no-obligation consultations so you can understand your options before committing to anything.
What Should I Do After a Truck or Car Accident?
- Check for injuries and call 911 if anyone needs medical attention.
- Move to safety if possible, but don’t leave the scene.
- Call the police and get an official report filed.
- Exchange information with the other driver(s) name, insurance, license plate.
- Document the scene: photos of vehicle damage, road conditions, injuries, and any visible factors (skid marks, traffic signs).
- Get contact info from any witnesses.
- Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, some injuries (like whiplash or concussions) show up later.
- Avoid discussing fault at the scene or with insurance adjusters before speaking to an attorney.
- Contact a personal injury attorney before giving a recorded statement to any insurance company.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Texas?
In Texas, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including car and truck accidents, is two years from the date of the injury. If you don’t file within that window, you generally lose the right to pursue compensation through the courts. There are some exceptions (for example, claims involving a minor, or cases against government entities, which have shorter notice deadlines), so it’s important to talk to an attorney as soon as possible after an accident.
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