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Stephen Stewart

Stephen W. Stewart is the founder of The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC in Austin, TX, and has been practicing law since 1997. With extensive experience in personal injury, car accidents, and truck accidents, Stephen is committed to securing justice for his clients. He is admitted to practice in Texas, New Mexico, and multiple U.S. District Courts across Texas. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer and a Top 100 attorney by the National Trial Lawyers, Stephen has earned numerous accolades, including the National Crime Victim’s Rights Medal of Honor, the Star Volunteer Award from MADD, and the Outstanding Service Award from Crime Victims First. His dedication to legal excellence and client advocacy has made him a trusted leader in the field.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Stephen Stewart

New Study Shows Rideshare Apps like Uber Leading to Lower Rates of Drunk Driving Convictions and Hospitalizations in Texas

New Study Shows Rideshare Apps like Uber Leading to Lower Rates of Drunk Driving Convictions and Hospitalizations in Texas

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Last Modified on Feb 19, 2025

A few years ago, applications like Uber and Lyft made their way onto the scene, touting safe, affordable transportation. Notably, they were often hailed as an alternative to drunk driving — or needing a designated driver. Recently, a study published…

How Will I Pay for a Funeral Following a Wrongful Death?

How Will I Pay for a Funeral Following a Wrongful Death?

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Last Modified on Feb 19, 2025

Losing a loved one is a tragic situation to handle for anyone. This event can become even more difficult when you believe that your loved one was lost as a result of another person’s negligence. If you’ve been the unfortunate…

Walmart Shooter Hearing Postponed and Negligent Security Cases in Texas

Walmart Shooter Hearing Postponed and Negligent Security Cases in Texas

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Last Modified on Feb 19, 2025

Each year, we see more and more mass shootings in public places — from schools to cinemas, churches to concerts, and even at the local Walmart. That’s exactly where a terrible mass shooting occurred just two years ago nearby in…

Trucking 101: Understanding & Avoiding Jackknife Accidents

Trucking 101: Understanding & Avoiding Jackknife Accidents

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

There are few experiences as terrifying as losing control of an 80,000-pound vehicle. Sadly, it’s a common enough occurrence that one out of every ten traffic fatalities involves a commercial motor vehicle. While all truck collisions are dangerous, one of…

Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week

Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week

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Last Modified on Oct 28, 2025

At The Stewart Law Firm, we know that car accidents can lead to serious injuries — especially when children are not secured properly in a vehicle. That’s why we spent last week celebrating Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week. The week…

Austin Has Been Invaded by an Influx of E-Bikes & E-Scooters

Austin Has Been Invaded by an Influx of E-Bikes & E-Scooters

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2025

In the last decade, Americans have greatly benefited from advancements in mobile application technology. Rideshare giants Uber and Lyft have completely revolutionized the transportation industry, and their individual success stories have inspired Bird and Lime to try their hand at…

Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries Linked to PTSD & Depression

Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries Linked to PTSD & Depression

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Last Modified on Apr 30, 2025

On January 30, 2019, Murray B. Stein, MD, MPH, Sonia Jain, PhD, and Joseph T. Giacino, PhD posted “Risk of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Major Depression in Civilian Patients After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Track-TBI Study” on JAMA Psychiatry.…

Why should I hire a Texas personal injury attorney?

Why should I hire a Texas personal injury attorney?

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2025

If you have been injured through no fault of your own, you may be wondering whether or not it is worth it to enlist the help of a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys are prepared to help clients through…