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Mike Love founded Mike Love & Associates, LLC in Lufkin and has practiced law in Texas since 1998. He represents people in Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Livingston, Crockett, and across East Texas who were hurt in car wrecks, 18-wheeler crashes, and workplace accidents, and families who lost a loved one because of someone else's negligence.
Mike once owned a mid-sized trucking company based in Angelina County that hauled heavy loads. He ran it by the book and saw firsthand how some carriers cut corners on safety to make a profit. He brings that knowledge to every truck wreck case: how drivers are supposed to be hired, trained, and supervised, how trucks are supposed to be inspected and maintained, and what records a trucking company is required to keep. Mike leads seminars and sessions teaching other lawyers how to investigate truck wrecks, and in 2019 he authored a paper on inspecting trucks and commercial vehicles in trucking litigation. Other Texas law firms call on him to help establish liability against negligent trucking companies.
Mike also handles workplace and construction injuries, including non-subscriber and third-party claims, along with motorcycle crashes, brain and spinal injuries, defective products, slip and falls, and insurance disputes. The firm represents individuals, families, and small companies in Texas and offers free consultations.
Mike earned his bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and his law degree from South Texas College of Law Houston in 1997. He is admitted to all Texas state courts, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He is a member of the Angelina County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and the Christian Trial Lawyers Association.
Outside the courtroom, Mike has organized Lufkin's Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza since 2005; the firm sponsors the show and provides the fireworks and the pyrotechnicians who design and run it. The firm also funds the Mike Love High Five Scholarship for graduating seniors at Angelina County high schools and received the Business of the Year Community Impact Award of East Texas in 2015.
Lufkin personal injury attorney Mike Love represents people hurt in car wrecks, truck wrecks, and workplace accidents, and families in wrongful death cases. He owned a trucking company and knows how trucking companies are required to operate and how to investigate commercial vehicle accidents.
Traumatic brain injuries and concussions from car wrecks, truck wrecks, falls, and workplace accidents in Lufkin and East Texas, including concussions not diagnosed right away and injuries that affect memory, work, and daily life.
Serious car, SUV, and pickup wrecks (non-commercial) in Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Livingston, Crockett, and across East Texas, including crashes caused by drunk or distracted drivers and claims that insurance companies refuse to pay fairly. Free consultation.
Injuries caused by defective vehicles, tires, machinery, medical devices, and consumer products in Lufkin and East Texas, including claims against manufacturers and sellers whose products failed or lacked proper warnings.
Motorcycle riders hurt by careless drivers on Lufkin and East Texas roads, including riders hit by drivers who failed to yield or failed to see them, and families of riders killed in crashes.
Lufkin personal injury attorney Mike Love represents people hurt in car wrecks, truck wrecks, and workplace accidents, and families in wrongful death cases. He owned a trucking company and knows how trucking companies are required to operate and how to investigate commercial vehicle accidents.
Serious falls on unsafe property in Lufkin and East Texas, including stores, parking lots, apartments, and businesses, due to hazards like wet floors, broken steps, or poor lighting that owners failed to fix or warn visitors about.
Spinal cord, back, and neck injuries from car wrecks, truck wrecks, and workplace accidents in Lufkin and East Texas, including herniated discs, injuries that require surgery, and injuries that cause paralysis.
18-wheeler and commercial truck wrecks on US-59, US-69, and roads across Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Livingston, and Crockett. Mike once owned an Angelina County trucking company and teaches other lawyers how to investigate truck wrecks.
Families in Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Livingston, Crockett, and across East Texas who lost a loved one in a car wreck, truck wreck, workplace accident, or other incident caused by someone else's negligence. The firm helps families pursue accountability.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Personal Injury
30%
29 years
Trucking Accident
25%
29 years
Car Accident
20%
29 years
Wrongful Death
10%
29 years
Fees and Rates
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Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 28 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
A dam good layer
From day, one ever since I walked into the office, they have made me feel like family the whole process this whole time it was easy all the people atmike love and associates are friendly, respectful, and Mr Sam he is just a cool man. He will explain everything to you if you have any questions or anyt...
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Replied last April 10, 2026Hello, we appreciate your recommendation! Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We certainly hope you don't need us again, but we'll be here if you do.
Posted by Ashley | April 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Kayla
Myself and my husband was in a car accident minutes after dropping my daughter off at school. I was 25 weeks pregnant at the time of the accident May 2024.The process was smooth and Kayla made sure I was getting up dates. We were low balled but they made sure we got what we deserved. I would 100% rec...
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Replied last April 10, 2026Kayla, thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
Posted by Ceona | April 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
Mike love and associate are very professional and handled my case with full care. They were very polite, caring, and knowledgeable and was always available and willing to answer any and ever question that I had. They explained everything in full detail whenever I needed! From the beginning I knew my ...
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Replied last April 10, 2026Thanks again Ceona! We truly appreciate your trust in us and faith in the process.
Posted by Pam | August 06, 2015
Mike Love is the Best Personal Injury Attorney Around
I had always heard good things about Mr. Love but when i was in an accident, a friend recommended me to their personal attorney. Big Mistake! I was injured with other passengers in a bus accident where the driver was obviously at fault. My lawyer kept my case but did nothing for almost 2 years and...
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Replied last April 10, 2026Pam, we are so pleased you gave us the opportunity to make this right for you! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this in-depth review.
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Experience
Honors
2015
Business of the Year Community Impact Award of East Texas, Lufkin Chamber of Commerce
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Founding Partner, Mike Love & Associates, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers Association, CLE CommitteeMember - Continuing Legal Education Committee for TTLA
2010 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationSustaining Member
2010 - Present
Christian Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersMember
2010 - Present
American Association for JusticeSustaining Member
Education
1997
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Prosecuting Truck Wreck Cases
Inspection of the Truck in Trucking Crash Cases
2012
Texas Trial Lawyers Association Seminar
Trucking Cases - An Inside Perspective
2012
Prosecuting or Defending Trucking or Auto Cases
Owner Operators in Trucking Litigation
2010
Texas Trial Lawyers Association - Mid Year Seminar
Defeating the Defense "BioMechanic Expert"
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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