February 2019

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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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Everything You Need to Know About Personal Injury Protection Insurance

What is Personal Injury Protection Coverage? Personal Injury Protection, or “PIP,” is one of the most underrated auto insurance coverages you can buy. PIP is a very inexpensive coverage that can be used to help with your medical bills and…

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How To Get Medical Care After An Accident Without Health Insurance

Getting the medical treatment you need after an accident is probably the most important step towards putting your life back together and building a strong personal injury case. Delaying your medical care following an accident can have serious negative consequences…

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The 5 Most Dangerous Intersections in Austin

You don’t need a study to tell you that Austin traffic can be pretty hair-raising; you probably see evidence of that fact on your commute every day. However, in case you require statistical proof: the Allstate America’s Best Driver’s Report,…

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How Can I Keep My Medical Bills Out of Collections After a Car Accident?

Getting hurt in an accident frequently leads to unexpected medical bills, such as EMS and hospital bills. These medical providers can be aggressive about getting paid, and often threaten to send their bills to collections. But can hospital bills go…

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Should I File a Claim On My Insurance After an Accident?

This is one of the most common questions we receive from potential clients, and, unfortunately, there is no perfect answer. While nobody wants to see their insurance premiums go up after a car accident, whether it makes sense to file…

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Austin Has a Scooter Accident Issue — What Can We Do About It?

Whether you view them as a major convenience or a huge nuisance, there’s no denying that electric scooters are reshaping the landscape of Austin’s urban roadways. As of this writing, the Austin Transportation Department had recorded just over 300,000 dockless…

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El auge de Austin: ¿Qué ha significado para los accidentes de camiones de 18 ruedas en el condado de Travis?

La evidencia del crecimiento sin precedentes de Austin está en todas partes: en nuestro mercado inmobiliario, donde la escasez de viviendas nuevas está elevando los precios a medida que la ciudad lucha por albergar a nuevos residentes; en nuestra economía,…

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Austin’s Boom: What Has It Meant for 18-Wheeler Accidents in Travis County?

Evidence of Austin’s unprecedented growth is everywhere: in our real estate market, where a shortage of new homes is driving up prices as the city struggles to house new residents; in our economy, which currently ranks number two for job…

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Houston Roads Ranked Deadliest in the Country — How Does Austin Compare?

As dangerous as Austin’s roads may seem, they could be much, much worse, when you compare them to Houston roads. Just a few hours to the east sits one of the most dangerous areas for motor vehicle accidents. According to…

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