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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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What Goes in an Electrocution Accident Report?

Electrocution injuries are extremely dangerous — killing almost 1000 and injuring almost 30,000 people in the United States each year — yet almost all electrical injuries are from preventable accidents. Read on to learn more about how an electrocution accident…

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Can a Car Accident Cause a Miscarriage?

Car accidents can cause unspeakable devastation to those involved. In some situations, injuries sustained in a car accident cause miscarriage. In the United States, motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of traumatic fetal mortality and serious maternal injury, morbidity, and…

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How to File a Lawsuit Against Uber

In recent years, the popularity of ride-sharing has sky-rocketed, with companies such as Uber experiencing a staggering growth in business. But a simple rideshare can sometimes turn into a major headache. If you are involved in an accident or other…

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Why Do Personal Injury Claims Take Such a Long Time?

Being in an accident can result in serious injuries, loss, discomfort, and aggravation. It’s even more frustrating to discover that recovering for your damages can take significant time and effort. In this article, we answer some of your most pressing…

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What Is the Role of a Personal Injury Lawyer in a Case?

Personal injury law is broad and encompasses many different areas. Some attorneys take on a wide variety of personal injury cases, ranging from car accidents to work injuries to premises liability. Other attorneys may opt to specialize in one or…

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Headphones While Driving-Is It Illegal in Texas?

Many people enjoy listening to music and podcasts or having a conversation with family and friends while driving. But can you drive with headphones? Is it illegal to wear headphones while driving? Each state sets its own traffic laws and…

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Steps in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

The area of personal injury law is quite broad, and it encompasses many different types of potential cases. A personal injury matter arises when a person suffers injury as a result of another party’s actions. In many cases, the law…

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Personal Injury Versus Bodily Injury

Although both personal injury and bodily injury are legal terms that can be important in civil cases, they each have a specific meaning in the law. What exactly is the difference between personal injury and bodily injury? Personal Injury vs….

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How Much Are Personal Injury Lawyer Fees?

When you have experienced an accident or event that led you to personal injuries, retaining a knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorney can make a big difference in recovering your injuries. But just how much are personal injury lawyer fees,…

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Rear Facing Car Seat Laws in Texas

There is no doubt. Car seats, seat belts, and other safety mechanisms save lives. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 325 children under the age of five are saved each year by proper car seat usage. Additionally, Consumer…

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Types of Commercial Vehicles

Commercial vehicles are all over the road. Whether transporting passengers or cargo, these heavy vehicles make up a large part of vehicles traveling today, particularly on highways. But what exactly makes a vehicle classify as commercial? What Are the Types…

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What Does a Suit Being Filed Mean?

Have you ever wondered what it means to have a suit filed? How does the process of filing a claim actually work? A civil lawsuit is a claim filed by one party against another to resolve a dispute. The party…

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