What Kind of Damages May Be Included in a Personal Injury Case?
Every personal injury case is different, and the individual circumstances of your accident will determine how best to proceed with your case — especially what kind of damages and losses (and how much compensation) the law allows you to claim….
New Texas Laws Protect Accident Victims from Harmful Medical Billing Practices
Texas accident victims may now have less cause to worry about medical bills. This September, two new laws went into effect that protect state consumers from surprise medical bills, while limiting the way medical debts can be reported to credit…
Can Hospital Bills Go to Collections?
The current state of medical debt is dire: one in six Americans have medical debt collections on their credit report, and 79 million say they are having problems paying off medical bills. At FVF, we see many accident victims who…
Austin City Council Approves New Rules for Scooter Use in the City
The issue of electric scooter use on public sidewalks, roads, and park trails has become increasingly controversial since e-scooter providers landed in Austin last year. One of the thorniest sticking points has been around how to regulate scooter use to…
What to Know About Auto Accident Scams
Any automobile accident is frightening, interruptive, and potentially life-altering. But what if it wasn’t an accident at all? Unfortunately, staged auto accidents are real — and can cause you thousands of dollars in increased insurance premiums. Perpetrators of these scams…
Can I Pay Hospital Bills in Installments?
As personal injury attorneys, we see many accident victims who are concerned about their medical bills. Medical treatment — particularly hospitalization — is very expensive. In fact, studies have shown that accident victims pay an average 35 percent of the…
The Difference Between a Survival Action and a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas
When an accident victim dies as a result of another’s negligence, survivors may be left with many expenses, losses and damages. These can include medical bills, funeral expenses, economic losses (such as lost earnings), and intangible losses on the part…
Texas Drunk Driving Accident Victims Need to Know About This Fund
An accident with a drunk driver can leave you with many questions — and many expenses. A serious injury can result in mounting medical bills and personal costs at a time when you are potentially dealing with permanent or temporary…
Could Burying the Downtown Section of I-35 Reduce Car Accidents?
Ask an Austinite which highway is their least favorite, and they’ll likely answer “I-35.” After all, it’s the one roadway in the city that always seems to be at least a little bit backed up, even hours after rush hour….
Austin Rideshare Drivers Are Falling Asleep at the Wheel
For many people, rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber offer a convenient way to get around town without the hassle of fighting traffic, parking, and finding a designated driver when alcohol is involved. However, rideshares also present their own set…