7 Common Injuries in Construction Accident Cases
Between heavy equipment, hazardous working conditions, industry practices, and human error, construction can be a dangerous industry. In fact, according to OSHA, construction professionals made up roughly one-fifth of all worker fatalities in 2018. Even when construction accidents aren’t deadly,…
How to Calculate Personal Injury Compensation
At FVF, we understand that accident injury victims are anxious to know what kind of financial recovery they are might expect to receive. This number might help victims feel more comfortable taking the steps necessary to recover from the accident,…
When Can a Construction Worker Sue After an Accident?
Construction sites are subject to rigorous safety regulations, but sometimes one or more parties involved in a project fail to uphold their responsibility to prevent unnecessary hazards. When someone else’s negligence leads to the injury or death of a construction…
4 Tips for Hiring a Construction Site Accident Attorney
Construction zones pose countless risks, not only to the people who are employed to work on-site, but also to passersby like pedestrians and motorists. While there are many federal rules and regulations governing the safety of construction sites, a single…
What Are “No Win, No Fee” Lawyers?
If you have sustained an injury in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another person, you may be wondering what’s next. Do you need to hire a personal injury lawyer in order to hold the at-fault party…
Protecting Your Personal Injury Case During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every aspect of life for Austin residents, including access to non-emergency medical care. Health care providers and facilities have limited their services in order to halt the spread of the virus and reserve medical…
How Do Personal Injury Lawyers Get Paid?
Many accident victims worry about how they will be able to afford a lawyer after a serious injury. Paying for care and medical treatment by itself can be quite expensive, especially if you have to miss work after your accident…
Texas Oilfield Deaths Are on the Rise
Texas oil and gas production is booming and reaching new heights of prosperity: between January and September of 2019, production surpassed 1.2 billion barrels. The industry is breaking records and contributing to job growth. Unfortunately, the demand for oil and…
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….
6 Personal Injury Lawyer Red Flags to Avoid
Consulting with a capable lawyer is one of the best things you can do to improve the likelihood of a favorable outcome in your personal injury case. When your case warrants engaging an attorney, choosing a reputable and experienced personal…
How Much Do Accident Lawyers Charge?
Many people who are hurt in car accidents wonder whether it makes sense to contact a personal injury lawyer. One main concern about reaching out to a lawyer to discuss their case is not knowing whether they will be charged…
Why You Should Speak with a Personal Injury Lawyer Even If You Don’t Want To
If you’ve been involved in an accident, you have most likely experienced physical pain, and perhaps serious, lifetime injuries. Maybe you suffered broken bones, permanent nerve damage or worse, or maybe you are only feeling a bit of residual pain…