Automobile accidents can be minor or catastrophic for all involved. Frivolous claims are filed daily, causing the costs for insurance companies and their policyholders to inflate. For over 30 years, the attorneys at Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera have been vigorously defending clients in all types of automobile collisions and rollovers.

Regardless of the extent of the accident or the size or type of vehicle, our attorneys will defend drivers, insurance companies, policy holders, automobile and motorcycle manufacturers and dealers, parts supplies, and others in injury and death cases.

All of our attorneys are experienced in accident defense and litigation and will help you achieve the best possible result in simple or complicated situations.

In all of our auto accident defense work, our attorneys provide skilled representation and aggressive mediation, arbitration, and trial advocacy in courts throughout Texas. We have successfully represented clients in the most “plaintiff friendly” counties in the state achieving reduced settlements or outright defense-oriented verdicts.

At Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera, our attorneys represent international, national, and local business entities. As such, our firm is prepared to protect the business and commercial interests of our clients and will vigorously pursue any and all means of legal resolution for any problem our clients face. Our firm will work diligently for each of our clients to ensure that their business has every opportunity to succeed free from legal interference.

The attorneys at Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera possess the experience and knowledge to guide our clients through a myriad of issues that arise within the context of business and commercial litigation. Specifically, our firm has successfully handled the following types of legal disputes: Breach of Contract, Tortious Interference, Partnership Disputes, Breach of Fiduciary Duty, Fraud and Misrepresentation, Breach of Warranty, Deceptive Trade Practices and Bad Faith, Business Disparagement, Covenants Not to Compete, and Complex Litigation.

At Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera, we have developed a reputation as a firm that will actively and aggressively pursue these cases to trial on behalf of our clients. As such, whether it be necessary to take a case to trial or whether our client would be best served through alternative dispute resolution or negotiated settlement, Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera will take whatever steps are necessary to protect our clients interests.

The attorneys at Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera have extensive experience in defending all manner of commercial disputes as well as premises liability cases (residential, commercial, and rural/agricultural). Whether your company has been sued arising out of a condition at your home, on your property, farm, ranch, or job site; by another business for breach of contract, or a consumer for alleged violations of fraud, violations of the Texas Consumer Protection – Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA); or unfair competition, our team has the experience and tactics to aggressively defend your position. Premises Liability cases present different problems for our clients which we are equipped to handle. Our lawyers have years of experience in defending slip and falls, trespass and nuisance cases, alleged failure to provide security cases, and attractive nuisance both small and large. We pride ourselves on obtaining excellent results for clients.

Trucking accidents and the resulting litigation often involve catastrophic injury and can very quickly become complicated from a legal standpoint. These accidents are typically larger in scope than non-commercial litigation and involve significant potential liability exposure to businesses and insurers. Trucking accident cases typically involve common law causes of action, as well as, allegations of violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and the Texas Transportation Code. When these types of commercial trucking litigation situations arise, it is important to have immediate access to a legal team with the knowledge, experience, and professional judgment necessary to make the most advantageous solutions to complex trucking accident cases quickly accessible.

Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera possesses a proven track record of successfully litigating and trying to verdict complex trucking accident claims. Our firm has a dedicated response team of experienced attorneys to assist our clients with immediate attention to any commercial trucking accident from the moment the accident occurs. Our firm stands ready to provide our clients with an aggressive, hands-on representation in all commercial trucking litigation cases.

The severity, complexity, and volume of work that often arises in construction and construction defect cases require knowledgeable and capable counsel for a wide range of construction areas and issues. Our attorneys have successfully represented a variety of general and subcontractors, as well as developers, architects, and engineers in both commercial and residential scenarios. We have been retained by contractors and insurance carriers for contractors and design professionals alike.

Construction Defects: Our team of attorneys have developed a wealth of experience and knowledge related to the defense of our clients in the construction defects arena. Our familiarity with the tools and techniques contractors use in several types of projects allows us to intelligently navigate cases involving allegations of inadequate performance, breach of contract, breach of express and implied warranties, negligence, and other related claims. Too often, construction and construction defect claims involve complex issues related to insurance, additional insured clauses, and indemnity. Because our Firm both defends contractors and design professionals, and provides coverage analysis for insurance carriers involved in this area, we are uniquely positioned to assist all of our clients with whatever their particular need may be in regards to these issues. By way of reference we have defended contractors on the spectrum of construction defect claims including grading, compaction, paving, foundation work, framing, window/door installation, weather-proofing envelopes, stucco, EIFS (Exterior Insulated Finish Systems), masonry, flashing, bitumen roofing, shingled roofing, metal roofing, plumbing, electrical and heating and air conditioning systems, flashing, pools, retaining walls, fine grading, irrigation, and landscaping. We have defended large and small claims related to the construction or remodeling of courthouses, school complexes, apartments, big box stores, strip malls, warehouses, specialty industrial complexes, and, of course, residential homes of all types.

Construction Accidents: Our team has handled virtually every type of construction accidents including explosions, collapses, confined spaces, vessels, industrial gases, and general negligence resulting in burns, blunt force trauma, crushing injuries, de-gloving injuries, paralysis, asphyxiation, and/or death. We have defended contractors and insureds in each of these scenarios and more.

Collection and Lien Law Work: Our team is well versed in collection actions and the intricacies of the Texas Materialman and Mechanics Lien law. The Texas lien law statutes are complex and unforgiving. Our lawyers know the law and can use it to your advantage to get the best result given the circumstances from demand to judgment and collection.

Dram shop litigation involves bars and restaurants being sued for allegedly overserving a patron who subsequently injures themselves or others. Because the business may be the only possible defendant with assets, the business often because the target of the litigation. Whether the business is insured against dram shop claims or not, Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera defends the business’ interests throughout the litigation process, working with the client to obtain information to defend the case in accordance with the intricacies of the statutory and case law.

Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera represents a variety of insurance carriers in defense of first party claims relating to claims by insureds arising from a variety of circumstances including but not limited to wind, hail, and fire claims, allegations of Insurance Code violations, alleged violations of the Texas Consumer Protection – Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA), Stowers issues and other circumstances in which an insurer might find itself needing a defense. Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera’s first party defense team has extensive experience defending insurance carriers on various types of policies including: Commercial general liability and property policies; Homeowner’s policies (standard and non-standard); Professional liability policies; Commercial/business automobile policies; Umbrella/excess policies; Errors and omissions policies; Personal auto policies; Personal liability policies; Farm and ranch policies; and Pollution coverage policies.

Our first party defense team is prepared to aggressively defend any lawsuit with which an insurance carrier is presented. Our client’s interests are our main concern and, to that end, we offer our clients a legally sound approach, based upon the most recent controlling legal precedent, to evaluate and protect the appropriate policy language for the insurance carrier’s current and future claims, while respecting our clients’ dedication to its insureds and recognizing the position of insurance carriers under Texas law.

Throughout the process of receiving, evaluating, and rendering a decision regarding the claim of a policyholder, many complex questions arise as to the duties and responsibilities of a carrier and the possible risks associated with those decisions. Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera is uniquely qualified in the area of coverage analysis to render coverage opinions that discuss those questions and properly weigh the risks inherent with these issues. The attorneys of Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera have prepared a multitude of coverage opinions concerning numerous types of policies including: Commercial general liability and property policies; Homeowner’s policies (standard and non-standard); Professional liability policies; Commercial/business automobile policies; Umbrella/excess policies; Errors and omissions policies; Personal automobile policies; Personal liability policies; Farm and ranch policies; and Pollution coverage policies.

Our coverage attorneys are prepared and capable of assessing any coverage issue facing an insurance carrier. Our client’s interests are our main concern and, to that end, we offer our clients a legally sound approach, based upon the most recent controlling legal precedent, to evaluating coverage all the while respecting our clients’ dedication to its insureds and recognizing the position of insurance carriers under Texas law.

Our team of skilled attorneys zealously defends companies and individuals who have been accused of negligent or wrongful conduct that has allegedly resulted in injury to persons or property. Through an insurance company’s duty to defend, we represent clients, as well as self-insured entities, through all stages of litigation, including trial and appeal, if necessary.

In our litigious society, many individuals and companies are finding themselves burdened by lawsuits seeking compensation from another party. The amounts being sought in these lawsuits are increasing and often surpassing insurance coverage limits. While any claim can be upsetting to an individual or business, a high-dollar claim can be devastating, especially for those who are self-insured. Regardless of the amount alleged or sought, our attorneys take any claim seriously and either intelligently settle or vigorously defend the matter in the client's best interest.

Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera is regularly retained by insurance companies to defend their policyholders and insureds in all types of tort matters, including: motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, premises liability, products liability, professional liability, workplace injuries, and wrongful death.

Our attorneys specialize in providing robust defense strategies for medical professionals facing malpractice claims. Our team understands the complexities of these cases and is committed to protecting the reputation and livelihood of our clients. Medical malpractice defense is complex and requires the skill to seek and manage expert testimony, in-depth knowledge of the law, and transform the complex terminology and issues into persuasive arguments that a jury can understand.

Our attorneys have handled institutions such as hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, nursing and skilled nursing facilities, individual physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and pharmacies. We handle these types of cases throughout the state of Texas. Every malpractice case is unique, and we tailor our defense strategies to suit the specific circumstances of each case.

If you are a medical professional facing a malpractice claim, trust the experienced team at Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera to vigorously defend your interests. Contact our office to learn how we can protect your reputation and career.

Products liability cases involve the potential responsibility of companies, manufacturers, retailers, and other businesses, that make or develop products for the public when those products allegedly cause damage or injury. Products liability cases typically can include personal injury and property damage claims alleging a manufacturing defect, a design defect, or a failure to provide appropriate warnings of risks associated with the product. Other claims include breach of warranty and violations of consumer protection laws. From the institution of the lawsuit, it is important to work with a legal team with the knowledge necessary to conduct a thorough investigation of the claims at issue and which possesses the skills to evaluate any potential exposures to liability, and an ability to develop a strong litigation strategy and defense to accomplish your goals.

Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera has a proven history of vigorously defending its clients against all manner of product liability cases. Our firm has successfully tried to verdict numerous products liability cases. We possess a reliable record of making the defense of complex products liability cases both accessible and successful for our clients. We fundamentally believe a quality products liability defense begins with an informed client who is confident in both their product and in the knowledgeable representation our firm provides. This belief allows us to succeed in accomplishing our client’s goals by preparing our products liability cases for trial in order to successfully defend our clients. Our firm stands ready to immediately provide our clients with a determined, proactive representation in all products liability cases.

Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera’s third-party defense practice focuses on insurance companies that insure individuals and businesses in a wide range of scenarios. Our skilled attorneys possess a wealth of experience in defending against allegations of negligence, breach of warranty, personal injury, product and premises liability, dram shop liability, and wrongful death.

We provide an aggressive defense of our clients and make concerted efforts to keep them involved and informed throughout the litigation process. In defense of our clients, we conduct an in-depth investigation of the other side, including, where appropriate, criminal background search, investigative surveillance, civil litigation history, medical records search and analysis, and the like—gathering invaluable information to make compelling arguments in defense of our clients. Additionally, we have developed strong relationships with a network of technical and medical experts who provide consulting.

In addition to providing a knowledgeable, aggressive, and adept legal defense, Farmer, House, Osuna & Olvera understands the important relationship it has with the insurance carriers who trust us enough with their business. Our goal is to make their job easier through a commitment to insightful and timely communication on each case. We firmly believe that this approach facilitates the best evaluation and resolution of each legal matter we take on.

Due to the recent influx of people and companies moving to Texas, as well as the discovery of oil and natural gas from the Eagle Ford Shale, toxic-tort litigation is becoming increasingly popular throughout Texas. These claims, along with other toxic-tort claims, such as exposure to allegedly harmful pharmaceutical drugs, contaminated food and water, and asbestos, frequently lead insurance companies and their insureds to worry about the amount of money at issue. Therefore, it is important to retain the best defense attorneys.

Our attorneys work with insurance providers and their insureds, ranging from start-up companies to some of the world’s largest companies, in order to provide quality legal representation. In particular, we advise companies on their legal rights with regards to governmental regulations and often litigate toxic-tort matters in state and federal courts throughout the nation. As a result of our unrivaled dedication to client needs, our clients have saved millions of dollars. Thus, we are confident that we can provide you with exceptional toxic-tort defense.