Todd Elias

Todd Elias is a highly accomplished personal injury attorney based in Houston, Texas, working with Gordon & Elias, L.L.P. His legal practice encompasses a variety of areas, including maritime law, railroad injuries under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) and general personal injury claims. His broad practice areas include automobile accidents, workplace injuries, toxic exposure and industrial site accidents. As a partner at the firm, he has successfully represented numerous clients, securing substantial settlements and verdicts that underline his proficiency in the legal field.Mr. Elias was the recipient of the Elite Lawyer Award in 2020, which highlighted his dedication to delivering outstanding legal services. His career features significant involvement in high-profile FELA cases such as the 2004 train collision in Macdona, Texas. This catastrophic event involved the release of chlorine gas due to a train collision, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. His firm's successful representation in this complex case demonstrated his thorough understanding of FELA litigation and his dedication to worker safety.Additionally, Mr. Elias played a crucial role in representing victims and families affected by the Deepwater Horizon disaster. Despite facing challenges with BP contesting liability, he fervently advocated for fair compensation from BP’s $20 billion fund under the Jones Act, emphasizing corporate negligence. Moreover, he actively participates in several legal associations, including the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Houston Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. His involvement in these organizations supports his commitment to advocating for the rights of individuals harmed by negligence or misconduct.After obtaining his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1993, Mr. Elias was admitted to practice in Texas and Arkansas, as well as in several U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of Texas. Overall, his career is marked by a commitment to excellence in personal injury law, a deep understanding of his clients' needs and a relentless pursuit of justice in complex legal environments.