Practice Areas
Being involved in a car accident is one of the hardest things a person can go through. In addition to the inconvenience of being without a car and the headache of dealing with repair shops, people can be injured. Because automobile accidents are so common, it is surprising that many people are unaware of their rights. These include the right to be fully reimbursed for damages to vehicles, rental car expense, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Additionally, the firm's extensive knowledge of insurance companies and their practices allows it to maximize the available recovery for each client using all of the available insurance coverage available. Fisher & Evans, L.L.P. handles many automobile accident cases each year. We regularly assist our clients in procuring the proper medical care to help them get over an injury as quickly as possible. The firm has access to accident reconstruction and investigative experts that are used when needed. We also, in many cases, are able to use our contacts with various Austin area medical providers to expedite treatment and appointments for medical care. Our first goal is always to get our clients back into the condition they were in before
the accident.
Fisher & Evans, L.L.P. also handles medical malpractice cases. While most medical treatment that results in a poor outcome is a product of bad fortune more than medical error, Fisher & Evans, L.L.P. carefully reviews all potential medical malpractice cases that it takes. Utilizing in-house nursing review and a network of physician experts, the firm can quickly and efficiently get to the heart of most medical questions. Since medical malpractice cases are expensive to litigate and very hard on those bringing the claim, the firm very carefully scrutinizes these types of cases. Medical malpractice is very complicated and the firm often brings in other lawyers that may specialize in a particular type of medical case. There is no additional cost to the client for this added expertise.
The firm handles many other types of cases representing those that have been injured by the negligence of others. Examples of these types of cases include, go-cart, jet ski, and playground injuries to children, injuries arising out of horseback riding, and apartment tenant injuries. Often, the injured party may not be aware of his or her rights or who may be liable for the injuries sustained. The firm employs outside investigators and medical experts to aid and assist the client in pursuing every available avenue of recovery.
Much has been made recently of the litigation surrounding pharmaceutical companies and specifically various drugs that have been found to be dangerous. Among these drugs are Vioxx, Phen-Fen, Baycol, Rezulin, and PPA. These kinds of cases are very complicated and require a lot of strategic consideration. It is best to consult with an attorney immediately on these cases, as there are often tricky filing deadlines and eligibility requirements to participate in the settlement of these types of cases. Our firm can offer you information and advice on the best course of action in filing and recovering in these types of cases.
Occupational diseases are those which occur in people that works in a situation of prolonged exposure to dangerous substances. Two of the most common of these substances are asbestos and silica. If you think you may have an occupational disease that is caused by one of these two substances, please feel free to contact our office for a free consultation.
Fisher & Evans, L.L.P. has represented people in varying types of employment matters including breach of employment contract cases, disability discrimination matters, and workplace sexual harassment. Time is usually of the essence in these kinds of cases so we encourage you to speak with a lawyer as soon as you think you may have a case.
The firm handles first-party insurance cases for people who feel their insurance companies are not covering something that should be covered. These disputes typically arise in the context of disability and health insurance. Fisher & Evans, L.L.P. has handled cases where insurance companies have denied benefits for medical bills and disability income payments. Often, these types of cases require extensive litigation and experienced representation is very important.
Fisher & Evans, LLP
4407 Bee Caves Rd., Ste. 611
Austin, TX 78746
Telephone: 866-641-9974
Fax: 512-732-2731