Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) | The Legal Update

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Hello, I'm Ron Rodriguez, and welcome to this week's legal update. Today, we’ll discuss injuries and the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, or DTPA. The DTPA is a consumer protection statute designed to safeguard consumers from deceptive acts and practices. While the DTPA typically applies to consumer transactions and property damage, it also extends to personal injuries caused by defective products. When applicable, the DTPA can be a powerful tool to secure just compensation. Under certain circumstances, the DTPA allows you to recover up to three times the amount of actual damages, mental anguish damages, and even attorney’s fees. However, using and applying the DTPA in court can be complex. That’s why it is critical to contact an experienced specialist when dealing with a serious injury case. I am the only dual board-certified specialist in personal injury and civil appellate law in the area. With over 30 years of successful experience, a proven jury trial record, and appellate court expertise, I provide the exceptional legal representation you deserve and have come to expect from your personal injury law firm.