Helping Injured Texans Since 1994
The holiday season is always busy for retail workers. These individuals have to try to keep up with customer demands, but doing that can’t come at the expense of safety. All retail workers should remember that being safe is their top priority. Their employers should ensure that they have a safe...
There’s no question that federal regulations for commercial trucks have gotten stricter in recent years. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has implemented rules regarding, among other things: Hours-of-Service (HOS), which dictate how many consecutive hours a driver can be...
Workers commonly assume that they won't have to worry about their finances very much if they get hurt on the job. After all, workers' compensation protection is almost universal. However, the way that businesses comply with workers' compensation coverage requirements differs in certain places. In...
The oil industry can provide a lucrative career, but it isn’t for the faint of heart. Oilfield workers are exposed to dangerous environments and increased health risks. Still, with proper training and experience, oil field workers can find high-paying jobs. In an effort to understand the dangers...
Semitrucks carry large and heavy loads across the country. It’s crucial that these loads are secured properly or they can pose a hazard to everyone on the roads, as well as the trucker. Loads that aren’t properly secured can come off the truck. They can also cause the truck to shift, which can...
During a car accident, a lot is going on. Metal is crushing, glass is breaking, and people and things are moving. There is a high potential for any number of injuries or even death during a vehicle accident. One surprising fact may be that car accidents are a leading cause of eye injuries. Getting...
Most workers' compensation claims originate from the person affected by a job safety issue. Those who develop a work-related medical issue due to chemical exposure or who get hurt in a machinery malfunction can claim workers' compensation benefits to replace some of their lost wages and cover the...
If you get injured at work in Texas, your injury should be covered by workers’ compensation. You’re going to have medical bills from the treatment that you needed, you’re going to miss wages while you’re out of work and things of this nature. Workers’ comp payments can help to cover some of these...
Among the most serious dangers that oil field workers face is exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S). In addition to being highly flammable, it can also be toxic. H2S is a naturally occurring gas. It can build up in places like sewers, manure pits, utility holes and oil and gas wells. That means it...
The moments following a car accident can be traumatic and confusing, to say the least. Amidst the flurry of activities at the accident scene, remembering what to do and avoiding mistakes can be a tall order. Consequently, car accident victims often make costly mistakes that jeopardize their...
