Personal Injury Lawyer in Austin
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Law Offices Of Vic Feazell, P.C. represents people in Austin who have been injured because of another party’s negligence or misconduct. We investigate the facts, protect our clients’ rights, and pursue compensation for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other covered losses. Our personal injury team also handles the insurance, medical, financial, and administrative issues tied to the claim so clients don’t have to manage the process alone.
We handle a wide range of personal injury cases, such as:
- Airplane accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Boat accidents
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Premises liability
- Product liability
- Truck accidents
- Wrongful death
Schedule a complimentary consultation with our Austin personal injury lawyers by calling (254) 938-6885.
How We Manage a Personal Injury Claim
We assemble the facts before presenting a demand or arguing a case. Depending on the circumstances, that work may involve accident reports, photographs, witness information, medical records, employment documents, insurance correspondence, and evidence showing how an injury has affected daily life.
Our team handles negotiations with insurance companies, medical providers, opposing counsel, and other parties connected to the claim. We coordinate medical bills and legal expenses, track paperwork, and address questions involving fault, insurance coverage, medical treatment, and the value of economic and non-economic losses.
Clients receive regular updates about what’s happening, the expected timeline, and the next stage of the case. We return calls promptly, track down answers through our internal team, and provide remote communication when an in-person meeting is difficult.
The Vic Feazell Method and Litigation Background
Our internal case-handling framework, The Vic Feazell Method, guides how we investigate, prepare, and manage claims. Vic Feazell’s background includes grand jury investigations, major criminal prosecutions, work involving the Henry Lee Lucas case, and a Guinness World Record-setting libel judgment. That investigative and prosecutorial perspective informs the preparation we bring to injury claims.
Our record includes multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements in catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters. Results identified by our firm include an $11 million burn-injury result, a $1.5 million car-accident result, and a $1 million wrongful-death result. Past results don’t determine the outcome of another case, but they demonstrate our experience preparing and pursuing substantial claims.
We’ve been featured on:
- ABC 20/20
- 60 Minutes
- A&E Biography
- Guinness World Records (for a record-setting libel judgment)
Texas Personal Injury Laws
Texas follows an “at-fault” system, meaning that the party responsible for the accident (or their insurance) is generally responsible for compensating the injured party. Personal injury cases often hinge on establishing the negligence or fault of the party responsible for the injury.
To succeed in a personal injury claim, you typically need to prove the following elements:
- Duty of Care: The defendant owed you a duty of care (a legal obligation to avoid causing harm).
- Breach of Duty: The defendant breached their duty of care through their actions or inactions.
- Causation: The defendant’s breach of duty was the direct cause of your injuries.
- Damages: You suffered actual damages as a result of the defendant’s actions.
Texas also follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means that if you’re partially at fault for the accident that caused your injury, your compensation may be reduced in proportion to your degree of fault. If you’re found to be more than 50% at fault, you may not recover any damages.
Generally, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. There are some exceptions, so it’s important to consult with an attorney to ensure you meet all deadlines. The applicable deadline can depend on the claim, when it accrued, the defendant’s identity, and any statutory exceptions.
Austin Locations and Accident Evidence
The location of an accident can shape the evidence available in an injury claim. Traffic-camera footage, roadway design, signs, photographs, incident reports, witness accounts, and the movement of vehicles, bicycles, or pedestrians may all require investigation.
Claims may arise along roads, corridors, and districts such as:
- I-35 and US-183: Claims may involve passenger vehicles, commercial trucks, construction conditions, and multiple potentially responsible parties.
- MoPac Expressway (Loop 1): Evidence may include lane position, traffic flow, vehicle damage, and available camera footage.
- Guadalupe Street: Incidents near The University of Texas at Austin may involve pedestrians, bicycles, rideshare vehicles, or passenger vehicles.
- Rainey Street and 6th Street: Claims may require evaluating rideshare records, witness accounts, business footage, and driver conduct.
- Loop 360 and Riverside Drive: Roadway configuration, lighting, signs, and vehicle movement may be relevant to the investigation.
- Burnet Road and Lamar Boulevard: Commercial access points, intersections, and traffic controls may affect how a collision is evaluated.
- Downtown Austin: Pedestrian movement, delivery vehicles, bicycles, rideshare activity, and construction may become part of the evidence.
Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Travis County Courts
When a settlement can’t be reached through insurance negotiations, your case may move to the litigation phase. An Austin injury lawsuit may be filed in a Travis County civil court or another appropriate court, depending on the parties, venue rules, amount in controversy, and legal basis of the claim.
The process generally begins with filing a “Petition,” which outlines the facts of the case and the legal basis for the defendant’s liability. Travis County’s civil court system includes District Courts, County Courts at Law, and Justice of the Peace courts. Small claims seeking no more than $20,000 may fall within Justice of the Peace jurisdiction, but the proper court isn’t determined by the requested damages alone.
After filing and service, a case may proceed through written discovery, depositions, motions, mediation, and trial. The specific sequence and timing depend on the court, disputed issues, number of parties, and complexity of the evidence. We prepare for litigation while continuing to evaluate whether negotiations can produce a fair resolution.
Compensation Available to Injured Victims
The value of your personal injury claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury, the circumstances of the accident, and the available insurance coverage. We pursue the categories of compensation supported by the evidence.
Economic damages are measurable financial losses, such as:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Rehabilitation costs
- Lost income and lost earning capacity
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses (e.g., transportation, medications)
Non-economic damages concern the effects of an injury that aren’t measured by bills or wage records, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of companionship or consortium
In cases involving legally defined aggravated conduct, including certain forms of gross negligence or intentional misconduct, Texas courts may award punitive damages to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct in the future. Their availability depends on the evidence and applicable Texas law.
Discuss Your Austin Personal Injury Claim with Our Team
Our Austin personal injury lawyers use The Vic Feazell Method to investigate claims, prepare for negotiations or litigation, and keep clients informed. We guide clients through the claims process, take care of required paperwork, and push back when an insurance company attempts to reduce or avoid payment. Get in touch with us to discuss the accident, your injuries, insurance communications, and the next steps available to you.
During your consultation, we can address your questions and explain the options that may apply to your claim. Our contingency-fee basis means you don’t owe legal fees unless we obtain a recovery.
Call (254) 938-6885 or contact us online to discuss your claim with our Austin personal injury attorneys today.