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What Is Barratry in Texas Law?

FVF Law Firm was recently featured on CBS Austin discussing an important matter we believe everyone should be made aware of: barratry. Essentially, barratry is the illegal practice of attorneys making unsolicited contact with injured…

What’s the Statute of Limitations for Construction Injuries in Texas?

Texas construction sites are too often the settings of disasters that send one or multiple workers to the hospital. Sadly, many of the worst accidents, injuries and deaths in construction are caused by negligence, or…

What Happens if Your Employer Fails to Report Your Construction Injury in Texas?

Workplace accidents are more common in the construction industry than in most other jobs in Texas. If you get injured in a construction site accident while working, it is critical to know your rights and…

Your Rights If You’re Injured on a Non-Union Construction Site in Austin

The construction industry is one of the most dangerous in Austin, Texas, with thousands of worker injuries reported annually in this sector. Unfortunately, if you get injured in an accident at a non-union construction site…

What Qualifies as a Traumatic Brain Injury in Texas Law?

A traumatic brain injury is a serious type of harm that can occur in many different accidents, including falls and car crashes. Understanding what qualifies as a traumatic brain injury or TBI in Texas law…

Understanding Joint and Several Liability in Texas 

If you get hurt because of the actions of someone else in Texas, such as a careless driver or a negligent property owner, you could qualify for financial compensation to help you pay for your…

Third-Degree Burn Complications That Require Long-Term Care in Texas

A third-degree burn is the most severe category of burn injury. It is also known as a “full-thickness burn” because it affects deep underlying tissues rather than only the top layer of skin. This serious…

How the Sudden Emergency Defense Works in Texas Law

In Texas, you have the right to seek financial compensation from another driver if he or she is at fault for causing your car accident. If one of you experienced a sudden or unexpected emergency,…

What Is Barratry in Texas Law?

FVF Law Firm was recently featured on CBS Austin discussing an important matter we believe everyone should be made aware of: barratry. Essentially, barratry is the illegal practice of attorneys making unsolicited contact with injured…

What’s the Statute of Limitations for Construction Injuries in Texas?

Texas construction sites are too often the settings of disasters that send one or multiple workers to the hospital. Sadly, many of the worst accidents, injuries and deaths in construction are caused by negligence, or…

What Happens if Your Employer Fails to Report Your Construction Injury in Texas?

Workplace accidents are more common in the construction industry than in most other jobs in Texas. If you get injured in a construction site accident while working, it is critical to know your rights and…

Your Rights If You’re Injured on a Non-Union Construction Site in Austin

The construction industry is one of the most dangerous in Austin, Texas, with thousands of worker injuries reported annually in this sector. Unfortunately, if you get injured in an accident at a non-union construction site…

What Qualifies as a Traumatic Brain Injury in Texas Law?

A traumatic brain injury is a serious type of harm that can occur in many different accidents, including falls and car crashes. Understanding what qualifies as a traumatic brain injury or TBI in Texas law…

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Dog Breeds That Bite and Injure Most Often

Dogs are known for their loyalty toward their owners, and they make great companions for people of all ages. However, not all dogs are friendly and harmless. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shares that approximately 4.5 million…

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Will My Insurance Cover Physical Therapy After an Austin Car Accident?

Doctors prescribe physical therapy for numerous types of car accident injuries, including soft tissue injuries, broken bones, fractures, and whiplash. However, physical therapy can be expensive. The insurance company for the at-fault driver should pay for your physical therapy, but…

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The Process of Receiving a Settlement Check in Texas

Receiving a settlement check is a huge relief for people hurt in accidents. If you have been fighting with insurance companies for months or years and finally reach an agreement, you’ll be sitting on the edge of your seat until…

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What Are My Options After an Accident With a USPS Mail Truck in Austin?

United States Postal Service (USPS mail trucks can be seen throughout Austin each day. They deliver mail to homes and businesses six days a week. Therefore, USPS drivers cover thousands of miles on the job. According to the USPS, there…

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What Does Yielding the Right of Way Mean?

You likely heard the phrase “yield the right of way” long before you received your driver’s license, but what does it mean? For some people, yielding the right of way means obeying all traffic laws and driving in a safe…

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Can I Sue Someone if My Parents Are Killed in an Austin Car Crash?

If an Austin, TX car accident killed your parents, you may have a wrongful death claim against a liable third party. You will have to identify the appropriate defendant and then either win a lawsuit or negotiate a settlement. Most…

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Do I Need to File a Police Report After an Austin Truck Accident?

Texas Transportation Code §550.026 defines the factors that require a person to report a traffic accident. You must report a traffic accident immediately to law enforcement by the “quickest means of communication” when the accident involves: A traffic fatality; Bodily…

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Basic Austin Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

If you were injured in an accident, you probably feel financially constrained. Maybe you are out of work and struggling to make ends meet while new medical bills pile up. Many people in Austin, TX, call personal injury lawyers to…

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What Are the Odds of Dying in an Austin Car Crash?

With nearly one million residents, Austin is a bustling city filled with cars, motorcycles, and pedestrians. As such, it’s no surprise that traffic accidents abound in one of Texas’s biggest cities. If you drive in Austin or anywhere across the…

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If My Spouse Dies, Am I Responsible for Their Debt?

There is much confusion about whether a spouse is legally liable for a deceased spouse’s debt. The confusion stems from Texas being one of nine community property states. Many people assume that because Texas is a community property state, it…

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Who Is at Fault in an Austin T-Bone Car Accident?

A T-bone accident happens when the front of a vehicle slams or collides with another vehicle at the side doors or panels. The result is a “T” shaped collision. Sadly, T-bone accidents often cause catastrophic injuries for passengers in the…

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