Law Firm Overview
First Class Representation in Catastrophic Injury Lawsuits
We are one of the oldest and most well-respected law firms in Houston, Texas. Our distinguished history and reputation work to the advantage of each of our clients.
Working Efficiently and Diligently to Advance Each Client's Best Interest
Our clients come from many walks of life: from national sports figures and artists to Houston working class families dealing with catastrophic accidents. We put our dedication and resources behind each case we handle with the mission of obtaining the best resolution possible.
Providing Families Peace of Mind during Difficult Times
Despite the impressive credentials amassed by our attorneys and support staff, you will find that we are surprisingly approachable. We represent injured individuals in personal injury lawsuits because we enjoy helping people. We never lose sight of each client's unique objectives and needs.
Some of the Most Experienced, Successful Legal Representation in Houston
Our attorneys have gained respect on both sides of the docket and have earned the trust and respect of judges and juries who have presided over cases we have handled. The Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the primary publication for classification and national ratings of lawyers and law firms, confers its highest ranking of "AV" upon our firm. Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend is also listed in the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.
All Personal Injury Cases Taken on a Contingency Fee Basis
Our clients receive some of the most experienced and successful legal representation in Houston, Texas, without concern for up-front remuneration. We believe that the contingency fee system allows people who might not be able to afford legal representation a chance to pursue justice.
Practice Areas
Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for you. Call (713) 222-7211 or (800) 870-9584.
Honors and Awards
Awards & Accolades
Nick C. Nichols
- Texas' Best Lawyers***, 2008, 2009
- Distinguished Alumni Award, presented by the Association of Rice Alumni, 2008
- H Magazine Top Lawyers for the People**, 2008
- "Best Lawyers in America," Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiff, 2007
- Top 100 Lawyers in Houston - Texas Super Lawyer*, 2007
- Recipient, War Horse Award, Southern Trial Lawyers Association, 2003
- Outstanding Adjunct Professor, South Texas College of Law, 1986
- Listed, Best Lawyers in America
- Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
- Keeton Fellow, University of Texas Law School Alumni Association
- Fellow, Board of Governors, Southern Trial Lawyers Association, 1987 - 2000
- Life Fellow, Houston Bar Foundation
- Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
- The Nick Nichols Endowed Presidential Scholarship Established at the University of Texas School of Law
- Life Fellow, Foundation of the American Board of Trial Advocates
- Texas Super Lawyer*, 2003 - 2010
Randall Owen Sorrels
- Texas' Best Lawyers***, 2009, 2010
- Lawdragon - Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America Finalist, 2009
- Commissioner to The Texas Access to Justice Commission
- Top 100 Lawyers in Texas - Texas Super Lawyer*, 2007, 2008
- Top 100 Lawyers in Houston - Texas Super Lawyer*, 2007, 2008
- H Magazine Top Lawyers for the People**, 2006 - 2010
- Texas Lawyer - Go to Guide, Plaintiff's Personal Injury Lawyer, 2007
- State Bar of Texas President's Award, 2006
- Public Service Award, South Texas College of Law Alumni Association (First Annual), 2006
- President, Houston Bar Association, 2005 - 2006
- Woodrow B. Seals Outstanding Young Lawyer of Houston, Houston Young Lawyers Association, 1999 - 2000
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum Life Member, 1996 - Present
- Who's Who in American Law, 1984 - Present
- Who's Who in Practicing Attorneys
- Texas Super Lawyer*, 2003 - 2010
Benny Agosto Jr.
- Texas' Best Lawyers***, 2009
- 2010 Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) President-Elect
- H Magazine Top Lawyers for the People**, 2008
- Texas Super Lawyer*, 2004 - 2010
- State Bar of Texas - 2006 Certificate of Merit
- Fellow, Houston Bar Foundation
Frank J. Battaglia M.D., J.D.
- Phi Kappa Phi, National Honor Society, 1975 - 1976
- Psi Chi, National Honor Society in Psychology
- Phi Kappa Phi Distinguished Graduating Senior of the College of Social Sciences, 1976
- Psi Chi Service Award, 1976
- University of Houston Department of Psychology Distinguished Graduating Senior, 1976
- Recorded in Dallas, Texas with One Clock Lab Band, 1971
- Basic Science Award of Honors, 1976
- Elected President of Senor Class, 1979
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- General Excellence in Pediatrics Honorable Mention
- Award of Excellence in Physiology
- Stewart A. Wallace Award for Excellence in Pathology
- Houston Obstetrics & Gynecology Society Award for Excellence
- Texas Obstetrics & Gynecology Award for Excellence in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Baylor Medical Alumni Student Recognition Award
- Mosby Book Award for Scholastic Excellence
- Merck Manual Award for Scholastic Excellence
- Selected Baylor Student Representative to the Texas Obstetrics & Gynecology Convention
- Dean's List, 1996 - 1998
- Vice-President, Baylor Chapter of Alpha Omega Alpha (Medical Honor Society)
- South Texas College of Law Certificate of Honor for 1st Semester
- Phi Delta Phi Highest Grade Award for Legal Research and Writing, 1996
- Law Review, South Texas Candidate, Law Review, 1998
- Order of the Lytae, 1998
- Phi Delta Phi, 1998
- Hon. Frank E. Evans Mediation Competition, First Place Team, 1998
- Hon. Frank E. Evans Mediation Competition, Finalist- Individual Oralist
- Hon. Frank E. Evans Mediation Competition, Member- Law Review, 1998 - 1999
- The Honorable John G. Boutes Memorial Writing Award, 1999
- The American College of Legal Medicine, National Health Law Moot Court Competition First Place, 1999
Daniel D. Horowitz III
- H Magazine Professionals on the Fast Track**, 2009
- American Inns of Court, 2008
- Texas Monthly Super Lawyers Rising Star*, 2008, 2009
- H Magazine Top Lawyers for the People**, 2008
- Director of the Year - Houston Trial Lawyers Association, 2006 - 2007
Muhammad S. Aziz
- Texas Monthly Super Lawyers Rising Star*, 2008, 2009
- H Magazine Top Lawyers for the People**, 2008
*Texas Super Lawyer and Rising Star honors as presented by the Law & Politics Magazine - Key Professional Media, a publication of Texas Monthly.
**H Texas Top Lawyers for the People honor as presented by H Texas Magazine.
***Texas' Best Lawyers honor as presented by The Houston Chronicle Best Lawyers - The World's Premier Guide, an incisive media publication.
Representative Cases
ADMIRALTY
Jackup Rigs
Jones Act
Offshore Injuries
Seamen Injuries
AVIATION
Aviation Product Defects
Clear Air Turbulence Injuries
Commercial Disasters
Crashes Owner/Pilot Negligence
Crashworthiness of Aircraft
General Aviation
Military Crashes
Private Planes
Wire Strikes
BUSINESS LITIGATION
Breach of Contract
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Business Torts
Civil Conspiracy
Corporate Conspiracy
Corporate Theft
Fraud
Fraudulent Inducement
Intellectual Property
Partnership Disputes
Patent Litigation
RICO
Securities Litigation
Trade Secrets
CONSTRUCTION NEGLIGENCE
Barricades
Builder Neglect
Building Collapse
Construction Zones
Crane Accidents
Falls
OSHA Non-Compliance
Powerline Injuries
Scaffolding Injuries
Trenching Accidents
ELECTROCUTIONS
Electrical Warnings
Failure to Kill Electricity
Inadequate Training
Non-Insulated Wiring
Power Line Cases
Substandard Wiring
EXPLOSIONS
Gas Pipelines
Industrial Plants & Refineries
Petrochemical Plants
MEDICAL DEVICE DEFECTS
Appliances
Bone Screws & Plates
Breast Implants
Sulzer Hip Joint Replacements
MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE
Anesthesia Accidents
Birth Injuries
Brain Damage to Infants
Cardiac Care
Child Injuries
Emergency Medicine
Failure to Diagnose
Hospital Errors
Misdiagnosis
Nursing Errors
Obstetrical Failures
Pharmacy/Drug Failures
Plastic Surgery
Refusal to Treat
Suicide Prevention
Surgical Procedures
NURSING HOME NEGLIGENCE
Abuse of the Elderly
Amputations
Bed Sores
Broken Hips
Falls
PERSONAL INJURY
Burn Cases
Sports Injuries
Workplace Injuries
Wrongful Death
PETROCHEMICAL ACCIDENTS
Burn Cases (including fire, steam & chemical)
Chemical Releases/Spills
Falls/Fall Restraint Cases
Liquid Petroleum
Natural Gas Cases
OSHA Violations
Refinery Accidents/Explosions
PHARMACEUTICAL LITIGATION
Accutane
Baycol
Bextra
Celebrex
Crestor
Ephedra
Fen Phen
Lotronex
Oxycontin
Paxil
PPA
Propulsid
Rezulin
Tylenol
Vioxx
Zocor
PREMISES CASES
Amusement Parks
Balcony Barricades
Diving Accidents
Elevators & Escalators
Failure to Provide Security
Farm Accidents
Stairs & Stair Railings
Swimming Pools
Walking Areas
PRODUCT DEFECTS
Automotive Defects
Air Bag Failure
Brake System
Post-Crash Fires
Restraint Systems
Sudden Accelerations
Vehicle Steering Device
Baby Products
Bicycle Design
Boat Defects
Child Safety Seats
Construction Equipment
Consumer Products
Diving Boards
Farm Equipment
Firearms
Helmet Design
Household Products
Industrial Machines
Machine Guarding
Motorcycle Defects
Occupational Exposure
Personal Watercraft
Pesticides/Chlordane
Swimming Pool Design
Tires
Tools
Toys
VEHICULAR ACCIDENTS
18-Wheeler Cases
Boating Collisions
Construction Vehicle Cases
Dram Shop Cases
Intersectional Collisions
Intoxication Accidents
Motorcycle Collisions
Negligent Entrustment
Pedestrian/Vehicle Accidents
Railroad Crossings
Road Design
Single Vehicle Crashes
Tractor/Truck Accidents
ADDITIONAL AREAS OF LITIGATION
Bad Faith Insurance
Class Actions
Deceptive Trade Practice
Toxic Torts