On January 27, 2023, I was involved in a car accident with a semi-trailer truck on IH-35 Northbound between Austin and Pflugerville. I sustained multiple injuries, including neck, lower back, knee, and head injuries. After consulting many law firms in the Austin area, I hired FVF Law to represent me throughout the process. Hope Guardia was assigned to my case, and from day one, she was excellent. I explained my side of the story to her, and she told me that she believed I had a case. She immediately started gathering all the evidence about the accident and started handling the negotiations and claim process with the insurance company. I was informed every step of the way. Hope would email or call me every time she communicated with the opposing council, and she would also follow up with me after every doctor's appointment to check on me. She was caring and valued my case. Hope Guardia and Mark Farris were knowledgeable and had much experience in accident law and settlement procedures. The case took over 21 months before the settlement was reached because the insurance company was dragging the case. The opposing council kept rejecting every demand that was made by my lawyer until Mark Farris came on board to assist Hope with the case. Mark pushed the insurance company to settle the case or go to court. The first time I spoke to Mark, he assured me that he was going to be very aggressive with the opposing council, and he kept his word. Because of my injuries and all my medical bills, he insisted that the insurance company pay the full policy. Moreover, we ended up going to mediation, and the final settlement amount was very close to our demand. I think the settlement was fair given the circumstances. All my medical bills have been paid, and I have put some money aside for future medical bills as well. I hope what happened to me that day will never happen again to me or any of my family members. However, if I ever need an injury lawyer, I will definitely hire FVF Law Firm, especially Hope Guardia and Mark Farris. These two lawyers made me feel like a family member. For that, I am grateful for what an excellent job they did. Thank you, Hope, Mark, and FVF Law, for everything you did to help me get the best settlement in my case. Y'all are forever my lawyers! read more

If you're dealing with something that really gets your blood boiling and you need someone who you can trust, Josh is your man. From our very first call, I could tell that Josh was immediately in my corner and could fully relate to the issues I was having with my apartment's management company. After a very traumatizing, long, long ordeal with Rainier Management Company, I was prepared to go to war with them if need be, but I needed a professional to help me. If I had to pick one thing out of the long list of qualities that make Josh such a great lawyer, I would pick his epitomical level of professionalism. Like a true pro, Josh always seemed to be one step ahead of me - understanding the problem I was having and all of the intricacies of the situation before I even told him the whole story - and he always was on the ball - answering my calls, calling me immediately back, emailing and following up with the company right then and there, and getting everything taken care of in a matter of days when it may have taken someone else weeks or months. When I first called Josh, we were complete strangers, but within minutes I was at complete ease, being myself, explaining the problem as if he were an old friend, and immediately trusting his advice because it was honest and always based on what he really knew and understood. The way he worded things, related to me, and coached me through all that would need to be done to really go after Rainier Management, I was able to see the full picture and make the best decision. When you talk to Josh you get the feeling that he was born to be a lawyer because it comes so naturally to him and you can tell that he genuinely likes helping people who have been wronged. He will be real with you and lay all of your options out there for you to see the good, the bad, and the ugly of each one. And he will do this without being judgmental, presumptuous, or condescending. He makes you feel like it is perfectly all right for you to not know all of the nuances of the law because he is there to help you out every step of the way. Josh sets the standard for being an excellent lawyer and I will not hesitate to call on Josh again if I ever need legal help in the future. read more

In August 2019 I was new to Austin and unfortunately, found myself in a great deal of pain after a rear-end accident. I learned, quickly, that I couldn't just go to any Dr. for pain relief and I'm allergic to pain meds so even OTC was not an option. I found FVF Law on Yelp while looking for some sort of direction for next steps and support in dealing with the pain. FVF Law responded within a couple of hours. Once they had the details of the accident they discussed whether they could take on the case. I liked that it wasn't a knee/jerk reaction to take my case. Fortunately, for me they did take the case. From the beginning FVF Law's focus was my wellness, and my getting the support I needed to begin to feel better. All of my calls and emails were responded to quickly - I never felt forgotten or neglected by this firm. It was a HUGE relief to hand the details of the accident over to them while I focused on my healing. All of my questions were encouraged to ensure I felt at ease and clear about the process. Everyone at this firm that I worked with were professional, caring, considerate, intelligent, and attentive to my concerns along with addressing any confusion I had about the process. From my initial conversation with Shawn Frazier, the assistance of the insightful Alvaro 'Al' Silverio to the engaging negotiator Ryan Reyna - who finished out my claim, I ALWAYS felt as though I was in good and trust-worthy hands. Thank you FVF Law for helping me to get the medical assistance I required and for resolving the claim while keeping me aware of how things stood. And, THANK YOU for your policy to never make more than your client in a case. I appreciate your integrity, your forth-right nature, caring, and professional way of doing business. I wish you all continued success. If you've been in an accident and want a legal team with a caring, intelligent, and persistent - on your behalf and in your corner-call FVF Law at your first chance! read more

My young daughter and I were hit by a drunk driver while we were driving home one evening. Luckily my daughter and I survived the collision. It was a very scary experience for both my daughter and I. Thank goodness we were driving a Tahoe, because if not, I think my daughter and I could have been killed. The drunk driver hit the side of my Tahoe and forced my Tahoe into a tree head-on. I did not realize at the time of the accident, that I seriously injured my back. The pain started weeks and months after the accident. I had to endure two surgeries to help stop the pain. My back will never be the same. I have to be extremely careful in my daily activities. Josh Fogelman did a fantastic job of working with the insurance agencies (medical and vehicle), and doctors involved in my care. He continued, while working on this case, to check in with me to ensure my daughter and I were doing ok. Josh was successful in obtaining the MAXIMUM amount that I could have received from the insurance company. I really did not think I would receive the maximum amount, however Josh worked hard and diligent until he was able to obtain the full amount of insurance money owed to me and my daughter. I will always have to deal with my back pain and my daughter, still to this day, talks about the scary accident, but at least Josh was able to obtain the insurance money to help in replacing my Tahoe and to cover my medical bills. I would highly recommend Josh Fogelman as an attorney. He works very hard for his clients. He is dedicated, professional and helps ease the frustration of going through a terrible event such as this. Thank you for your hard work and dedication Josh! Hopefully I never have to go through anything like this again, but if I do, I will contact Joshua Fogelman. Elisa F. read more

FVF Law Firm is hands down the best representation you will ever find. Words cannot begin to express how remarkable this entire team is. They are incredibly well organized and the level of expertise far surpasses any expectation. I am so fortunate to have had Kelly Gray take on my case. Her professionalism, communication, and high integrity is incomparable and supreme to anything I have ever seen. She worked extensively to get me the best possible outcome I could have ever imagined and even at the very end, was still able to increase the final settlement a little more. She was incredibly genuine throughout, yet actively stood ground and consistently had my back. I could not be more grateful for how much support and counsel I received from her along with Shawn Frazier, Sarah Neely, and Kayla Fisher. Shawn took on my case without a single ounce of hesitation and continued to stay in communication with me the entire time while the case transitioned to Kelly. Their communication strategy and business structure is highly effective. With the numerous people involved in my case, I never had to repeat myself one time. Everyone was extremely thorough, up to speed, and had reviewed all of the information inside-and-out allowing the case to move forward with ease. They know exactly what steps to take and in what order because there was never a single glitch or problem that arose ever. I would highly recommend FVF Law firm to anyone for personal injury representation. I guarantee there is no other law firm like them out there. I feel so lucky to have had them in my corner and am forever thankful for all they did for me. read more

Turn an unfortunate accident, into a pleasurable experience. On day one, after my accident I was much like yourself, thinking whether or not I would need legal counsel. Unfortunately in today's world, it is needed, in order to protect yourself and family. After searching online, I came in contact with FVF Law firm. Although I was in much pain, frustrated that my vehicle was totaled at no fault of mine, I found peace when Josh contacted me back, on a Sunday afternoon. Since that day forward, I was taken care by FVF law firm and they became a second family. They will direct you, answer every question, day/night/weekends, etc. Although my case did take over a year, every step of it I was comfortable with. Josh and Matt are amazing attorneys and very knowledgable in the field. I never had a doubt at any moment and they ensured that I understood the process and all my options. I believe I would have been in worse condition if they did not take care of me. I owe it to them and their hard working staff/partners. No one wants to be in a car accident, but if this does happen to you, pick up the phone and call. You will not get a better representation and peace of mind than FVF law firm. I know one thing that was positive from this accident, is to gain a friendship with Josh and Matt. I hope this review was helpful and I assure you that you will be treated like a family member. read more

A few months ago I was browsing yelp looking for an injury lawyer. I picked Josh based upon his great reviews. During this time, I called several attorneys requesting a consultation and many of them had me do a consultation with an assistant, and only between the hours of 8-5, M-F. Realistically, this didn't work with our schedule. My boyfriend was out of work due to his wreck and I could not miss because of our situation. Josh called me right away and scheduled a time for us to come into his office after hours, he met us on a Saturday around 6 pm for our consult. We were immediately impressed by his willingness to make us a priority. My boyfriend was hit on his motorcycle by an uninsured driver. As you can imagine, this was a true nightmare for us. Luckily, we had the appropriate coverages, however knowing how to utilize them was a different story. Josh walked us through the process and handled it from day one through completion. He kept us informed of his every move and made us feel at ease over something that was extremely overwhelming. When it came time for payment there was a small typo on the check, however the boys offered to meet us near our home at 10pm to resolve the issue. Putting clients first is what makes F and VF stand out. Call them! It'll be worth it. Thank you so much ! read more

We sought out Josh after a car accident where our car was totaled when we got in the way of an aggravated assault.. it seemed at the time we both just had minor bumps and bruises. Josh was great about helping us figure out next steps with insurance but it soon became obvious that my husband had a serious injury that would require multiple surgeries and daily visits to wound care to heal. I knew we also needed help to navigate the minefield of insurance because there was a criminal element to our accident as well. Josh went above and beyond to see that we got fully compensated for our pain and suffering. I went in with a specific figure in my head as to what I wanted out of a settlement and Josh got a settlement for us that was four times that number. He knows his stuff and isn't afraid to be tough with other attorneys. I felt like the best attribute is he wasn't scared to go to trial and clearly had the experience that other attorneys took his threat seriously. As an attorney myself I had lots of questions and he helped guide me through the process easily and efficiently managed my expectations. Josh is also easy to work with, great at getting back to us, and just a nice guy to be around. I felt better having him in my corner and I know I came out on top because of him. read more

I found Josh searching on Google and called him. I had a pressing issue that came up last minute and needed an attorney that I could get on board and with whom, I could establish a rapport. Josh called me back within the hour. He was very friendly and professional and actually listened to the problem first and offered very honest suggestions from the start. He actually sounded like a business partner and someone who really cared rather than just another attorney. We exchanged some e-mails as he dove into the issue and it was obvious that he was spending quality time to understand and help resolve the issue. Over the next few months Josh really helped me at every decision point and I always felt that he was honestly interested in helping me make the right business decision not just what I wanted to hear or do at that moment. He has a high level of integrity, is trustworthy and tells you things as they are in an objective and very personable manner. I really enjoyed every talk I have had with Josh and the work he did for my firm. I absolutely, positively would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney for any reason. He is a genuine and honest man who really cares about his profession and helping people. I would recommend him to my own family and friends any day!. read more

I've worked for most of my professional career in major law firms and in legal education here and in New York, so I probably had set the bar very high when I looked for legal help after a car accident. FVF was outstanding. From the beginning I worked with the legal professional who was going to handle my case through to the end. She was knowedgeable in the law and in every step of the process, skilled in the most efficient way to get through the paperwork and requirements of both insurance companies. I was updated regularly and my questions were answered thoroughly and in a timely manner. It can be a long process and she was able to describe what was happening and why. In a firm this size I knew that the partners would be aware of my case and monitor the settlement. Having seen how in large firms clients are always dealt with at the lowest level possible based on the potential yield, I had no desire to do business wit them, nor with the attorneys who advertise on television. having my case handled by FVF allowed me to focus on getting well and getting back to work, I knew I was in good hands. I would work with them again and will be happy to recommend them. Professional, courteous, well-organized, I was happy while we worked together and happy with the outcome. read more

Josh is a bad ass lawyer. I had a car accident in 2011 and had a hard time dealing with insurance companies, getting medical attention, and other issues that go along with this sort of incident. Being a 20 year old full time college student and working 30+ hours a week this was crazy..... my parents didn't even know what to do. I would always get phone calls from insurance companies and hospitals demanding payments, the other insurance company tried to take advantage of me and my lack of knowledge. Luckily a local lawyer referred me to Josh, and as soon as he stepped into the picture all the bullshit stopped and he would keep me up to date daily. I been quoted at a settlement less than $9,000 through hours of research and reading other peoples stories. Within a few months of meeting Josh I received medical attention I needed and most importantly I got a $30,000 + settlement check before expenses! Which is great because it went straight towards a brand new car and my education. I even had some extra cash to spend on myself and my girlfriend. I never held a check that big before haha. This guy knows his shit and I know if I ever run into trouble I can call him. Don't be stupid. Hire Josh. You wont regret it. read more

My wife and children were involved in a horrific traffic accident on Father's Day 2016. The "at fault" driver ran a red light at a high rate of speed, struck my wife's vehicle broadside, resulting in a triple rollover scenario. After many months of attempting to handle the situation on my own, I grew extremely frustrated and helpless. I had refused to seek legal counsel for reasons of my own, as I perceived that course to be "the right thing to do." One of my colleagues was aware of the ongoing situation, and urged me to consult with Josh Fogelman. After speaking with Josh, the fog that had settled in was quickly lifted. Josh cleared the unknown from my mind. Josh's level of confident competence pairs well with his genuine humility and demeanor. Josh Fogelman removed any preconceived opinions I may have held for personal injury attorneys. Immediately, Josh comprised an action plan and clear outline of timeline and expectations. In relatively short order, our situation was settled and behind us. In addition to his superb ways of working, Josh is an outstanding human being. Thank You Josh Fogelman for representing my family's best interest. 5 Stars is an understatement!!! -Aaron Amsler read more

We hired Josh for a car accident where my wife and I were the victims of someone who ran a red light. I was seriously injured and required two days of hospitalization followed by a surgery and 6 weeks of physical therapy. Josh was very easy to deal with as he has a good demeanor and easy going personality. He informed us that this could take some time to resolve but explained the process up front so there were no surprises along the way. After supplying Josh with medical records and details about what happened he handled all the details the rest of the way ... which really took the stress out of dealing with the insurance companies. He also was good about keeping us informed along the way so that even if there wasn't any news we knew he was still thinking about the case. Finally, his experience in these type cases increased the amount of our claim as he had advice on claiming our PIP and he negotiated with our insurance company on our behalf for our under insured coverage. In the end working with Josh was a really good experience and we received a bigger settlement than we initially thought was possible. So we were very happy we hired him and have since recommended him to a friend. read more

When I was severely rear-ended in February of 2016, I didn't know what to do or how to proceed with the insurance companies. The insurance companies had contacted me immediately after the accident and offered me $2,500 for damages, and then we'd close the claim. This did not seem like fair compensation based on how my body was feeling, FVF Law agreed. Fast forward over 3 years later, $75,000 racked up in medical bills for various medical treatments for my permanent damage to my neck and lower back (movement of 4 discs), which wasn't even going to be the end of my medical care, and finally the insurance companies settled on an amount that was fair to all. Had I not contacted FVF Law and had Josh Fogelman and Matt Breeland not worked tirelessly for me as they did, I would never have received adequate compensation to financially continue my lifelong need for medical care. Yes, it took almost 4 years, but FVF Law persevered and trusted that this is what was right for me. Now, I'm comforted to know that I have funds to cover my on-going medical care. Much gratitude to all of the professional and caring staff at FVF Law. read more

Sudden and violent car accidents can drastically change your life. Physically, you may be injured temporarily or permanently. Emotionally, you may be shaken, lose confidence, and have a negative outlook on life. Chaos can overwhelm you from the start and last for weeks, months, or even years. In 2023, my husband and I were caught in a storm of chaos, with both physical and emotional harm, from a terrible car accident due to improper highway construction and distracted drivers. FVF Law Firm, Fogelman & Von Flatern of Austin, Texas became our beacon of calm amidst the chaos. We are grateful to Josh for assigning our exceptional attorney, Kelly Gray, to our case. We also want to express our gratitude to Elizabeth and the entire team at FVF. Each professional, along with their vetted caregivers and professionals providing medical, mental, and emotional support, was exceptional. The compassion, personalized care, and attention to detail in our recovery were gold medal worthy. We highly recommend FVF Law Firm to anyone in need of legal expertise from an accident and for "calm in the storm." read more

I went through a traumatic accident involving yellow cab of austin. I was the passenger of a negligent driver who put me in danger and caused serious injury. So much that it stoppped me of many of my daily and committed endeavors to be a top Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion and future MMA fighter. FVF Law and Greg Siemankowski did everything in their power to provide me with as much help as possible. I was given immediate medical help from recommended and saught physicians with the promise of payment from their law firm, confident that we would win our case as I was in no way at fault nor deserved any of the injuries I sustained and will continue to experience for the rest of my life. I strongly recommend FVF Law and specifically recommend the request of Greg Siemankowski as a representative. Professional, sharp, and true to your needs. They will help you get through what I felt, was one of the biggest life changing experiences forced upon me. Thank you for everything the firm and Mr Siemankowski did for myself and my family. They will go above and beyond for you. read more

Shawn Frazier was my personal injury attorney and she did an awesome job. I was in a car accident but I had very unusual injuries. It was very difficult to document medically, but Shawn listened to my case and worked hard to present all my information in the best light that we could. Also, if you just got injured, DO NOT WAIT, hire Shawn as soon as you finish reading this review. Getting a lawyer as soon as possible gives you tremendous advantage to the best outcome. Shawn and her team return calls, emails, texts, and communications promptly. She came to my home for my first visit the day after I called her. She kept me informed of every step in the process. She is a very effective mediator. She cares and listens. She was always truthful and realistic about my case. She was resourceful and a sharp strategist. She negotiated a very good settlement and I found her fees for service completely reasonable. I really can't say enough positive things about Shawn Frazier. If you are smart, you will give her a call and hire her. read more

When I was wrongly arrested by APD and injured in the arrest procedure, I figured I'd be lucky to get the charges dropped, much less receive any compensation for injuries sustained from the actions of the overzealous officers. When I decided that I wanted to pursue a case against the officers and APD, regardless of the perceived hopelessness of the case, Josh was the absolute best attorney I could've asked for. He assured me that I had every reason to pursue action against the officers and helped me understand the legal system and the ramifications of an excessive force case against APD. He always was there to listen to any questions I had and explain everything thoroughly so I felt comfortable with the procedure, and best of all, he was able to get my case with the city settled for an acceptable amount of compensation. I would not hesitate to suggest him to anyone who needs help in navigating the legal system and is looking for a trustworthy, and proven, attorney to represent them. read more

After my terrifying car accident, I started looking up lawyers. I wrote down the names and numbers of highest rated injury lawyers in Austin and started calling them up with a few questions that I had. Every single lawyer that I called tried to trap me. They all found a way to get out of answering my questions and within a few minutes of calling them, I found myself answering their questions instead. I kept crossing out names and calling the next one on my list, until I got to josh fogelman . I was shocked when he gave me straightforward answers. He sounded so honest and confident and his tone calmed me down. When I met him in person, I was reassured that I could trust him, and I'm so glad I did. I ended up getting more money than I thought I would, quicker than I imagined. He took care of everything, to where I didn't have to worry about anything. On top of that he made sure to cut down on all the extra costs as much as possible. I felt very safe with him and highly recommend him. read more