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Non-Economic Damages After a Construction Accident in Austin

Construction jobs are some of the most dangerous in Texas, with numerous accidents, injuries, and worker deaths reported each year. If a construction accident is caused by someone else’s negligence or lack of proper care,…

[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas

Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion…

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…

How Long Do Construction Accident Lawsuits Take in Texas?

Construction can be a dangerous industry for workers, with many inherent accident and injury risks. If you need to file a construction accident lawsuit in Texas, you may be eager for it to be resolved…

How Catastrophic Injury Settlements Are Calculated in Texas

No one ever anticipates suffering a catastrophic injury in an accident. If a severe injury does impact you due to someone else’s careless or reckless actions, however, it is important to know the true value…

Does Texas Cap Pain and Suffering Damages in Car Accident Lawsuits?

Many states have damage cap laws that limit the amount of financial compensation a personal injury plaintiff can recover through a claim. While Texas has caps on pain and suffering damages in specific types of…

Non-Economic Damages After a Construction Accident in Austin

Construction jobs are some of the most dangerous in Texas, with numerous accidents, injuries, and worker deaths reported each year. If a construction accident is caused by someone else’s negligence or lack of proper care,…

[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas

Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion…

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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Austin’s Boom: What Has It Meant for Construction Site Accidents?

Austin residents don’t need to be told the numbers to know that we’ve been undergoing a huge population boom. All it takes is a drive down Mopac or a jaunt up to Round Rock to understand just how rapidly our…

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8 Best Spine Specialists in Austin

If you’re in pain after an accident, you’re not alone. Many people suffer from back and neck injuries following a motor vehicle collision or other accident. These conditions can be extremely painful, particularly since they may involve ligament or nerve…

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What To Do When Your Employer Doesn’t Have Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ Compensation is an insurance program regulated by the state providing covered employees with medical benefits and income if they suffer a work-related illness or injury. Private employers in Texas choose to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage to their employees,…

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Statute of Limitations in Texas Personal Injury Cases Explained

The statute of limitations is the amount of time a person has to file a lawsuit for their “cause of action,” or case. The cause of action this post focuses on is personal jury cases in Texas. The statute of…

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How Medical Bills Can Affect Your Credit

If you are injured in an accident, the unexpected medical care expenses can create a financial burden that is difficult to shoulder. This could leave you asking how unpaid medical debt can affect your credit. This is not an uncommon…

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An Introduction to HIPAA

HIPAA stands for the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The law was signed on August 21st, 1996 with the initial goal to improve the accountability and portability of health insurance for employees changing jobs, and to combat waste, fraud,…

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House Bill 1774 and Hurricane Harvey: Do I have to File my Claim Before Friday 9/1/2017

Hurricane Harvey has caused massive flooding and damage in Texas. Amidst the deluge, a narrative has emerged recommending residents affected by flooding to get their insurance claims for property damage filed by Friday September 1, 2017. The basis of this…

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What’s a Deposition?

Have you ever heard the term deposition when watching your favorite court room drama and wondered, what are they talking about? Well, you are not alone, it is a commonly asked question. If you are involved in a lawsuit, it…

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Why Negligence Matters to Your Injury Claim

Personal injury covers a broad range of claims and cases. It’s likely one of the largest areas of civil law in the U.S. If an injury happens for any reason as a result of someone else’s action or inaction, it…

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