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When to Contact an Attorney After a Texas Car Accident  

As a car accident victim in Texas, it can be difficult to know when you need to contact an attorney. You may wish to save money by handling your claim yourself, only to discover that…

When Can an OSHA Violation Be Considered Negligence?

Every year, construction continues to be one of the deadliest industries in Texas and throughout the country. Statistics for 2023 show that construction had the most fatalities in all industry sectors (1,075). In an effort…

Understanding Third-Party Liability in Texas Car Accidents

Car accidents are some of the most physically, emotionally and financially devastating incidents in Texas. A car crash can inflict severe injuries and take lives. It’s important to fully understand your rights as a car…

When Is a Government Entity Liable for an Austin Car Accident?

If you get into a car accident in Austin, you may assume that you can hold the individual driver who caused the crash responsible for paying for your losses. In certain situations, however, you may…

What Kind of Evidence Is Needed in an Austin Construction Accident Case?

Construction is a highly dangerous industry that sees a large number of annual worker injuries and deaths in Texas. Most of these devastating incidents are preventable and caused by someone’s negligence, or the failure to…

What Is the Difference Between Workers’ Comp and a Third-Party Construction Lawsuit?

A construction accident in Texas has the potential to cause significant injuries and deaths. In the aftermath of a harmful construction site incident, victims and family members may be able to collect financial compensation for…

What Happens if You Are Hit by a Driver Without a Valid License in Austin?

It is against the law to operate a vehicle without a valid and current driver’s license in Texas. Unfortunately, many drivers break this law and drive on suspended, revoked and cancelled licenses. Others drive without…

How to Handle Disputed Liability in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Austin

It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for paying for medical expenses and property repairs after any car accident in Austin. After a multi-vehicle crash involving three or more drivers, liability determinations can…

Can Subcontractors Sue for Injuries on Texas Construction Sites?

The average construction site in Texas involves multiple contractors and subcontractors who have been hired by the general contractor to complete specific tasks. If you get injured while working as a subcontractor on a construction…

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Accident in Texas?

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Texas. Every year, hundreds of construction workers suffer serious and fatal injuries in on-the-job accidents. Many of these incidents are preventable, leading to questions about the…

When to Contact an Attorney After a Texas Car Accident  

As a car accident victim in Texas, it can be difficult to know when you need to contact an attorney. You may wish to save money by handling your claim yourself, only to discover that…

When Can an OSHA Violation Be Considered Negligence?

Every year, construction continues to be one of the deadliest industries in Texas and throughout the country. Statistics for 2023 show that construction had the most fatalities in all industry sectors (1,075). In an effort…

Understanding Third-Party Liability in Texas Car Accidents

Car accidents are some of the most physically, emotionally and financially devastating incidents in Texas. A car crash can inflict severe injuries and take lives. It’s important to fully understand your rights as a car…

When Is a Government Entity Liable for an Austin Car Accident?

If you get into a car accident in Austin, you may assume that you can hold the individual driver who caused the crash responsible for paying for your losses. In certain situations, however, you may…

What Kind of Evidence Is Needed in an Austin Construction Accident Case?

Construction is a highly dangerous industry that sees a large number of annual worker injuries and deaths in Texas. Most of these devastating incidents are preventable and caused by someone’s negligence, or the failure to…

What Is the Difference Between Workers’ Comp and a Third-Party Construction Lawsuit?

A construction accident in Texas has the potential to cause significant injuries and deaths. In the aftermath of a harmful construction site incident, victims and family members may be able to collect financial compensation for…

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Texas Chemical Plant Explosion Claims

Chemical plant explosions can account for some of Texas’s most serious workplace accidents. Explosions and fires at the plants can cause employees to sustain life-altering injuries. It is important for victims to seek legal assistance as soon as possible after…

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Common Insurance Tactics to Look Out for After a Car Accident

Despite the heartwarming commercials about how neighborly they are and how they’ll be there for us when we need them, insurance companies are your adversary when you’re trying to resolve your car accident claim. They are multi-million or billion-dollar companies…

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Common Injuries in Car Accidents

Traffic collisions are a leading cause of serious injury and death in the United States.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), almost two and half million people were injured in motor vehicle collisions throughout the U.S. in…

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What Is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?

When navigating the complex realm of personal injury law in Austin, TX, two commonly heard terms are “negligence” and “negligence per se.” They might sound alike, but they’re not twins—more like cousins. They both talk about when someone messes up…

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What Is Considered a “Reasonable Person” When It Comes to Negligence?

To receive compensation in a personal injury case in Austin, Texas, a victim must often show that the other party was negligent. Negligence means something similar to “carelessness.” One important component of proving a negligence claim entails comparing the at-fault…

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What Is a Lien on a Personal Injury Case?

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury incident, you probably just want a fair settlement to pay for your medical expenses and other losses. You may not know that a lot goes…

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What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

Have you ever wondered what the difference between an attorney and a lawyer is? When you have a legal issue and you are searching for a legal expert to help you, it can be challenging to determine whom you should…

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The Role of a Litigation Lawyer in Handling Civil Lawsuits

If you are injured by another party’s negligence or intentional tort, you can pursue damages under Texas personal injury laws. While most personal injury cases settle through negotiations or mediation with the other parties, some cases go to court. Filing…

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How To Write a Settlement Demand Letter

After an accident or personal injury, you’ll primarily focus on your medical care and healing from your injuries. However, at some point, you may want to receive compensation for your injuries and financial losses. Most personal injury claims are settled…

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What To Do When the Adjuster Doesn’t Return Your Calls After an Accident in Austin

In Austin, Texas, as well as elsewhere in the country, liability insurance companies pay most personal injury claims. The most common personal injury claim is a car accident. Nevertheless, other sorts of personal injury claims, such as slip and fall…

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What Does It Cost To Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in Austin?

Our Austin personal injury lawyers at FVF Law take cases on a contingency fee basis. This approach to hiring a lawyer benefits our clients. Our clients do not pay a retainer fee upfront, making it easier for injury victims to…

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How To Prepare for a Deposition

You probably feel nervous if you have been called to give a deposition. You may not know what to expect. After all, many people never give a deposition. And if they do, it might only happen once in a lifetime….

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