Oil field work often pays well. However, workers are exposed to many hazards on the job, which can result in serious and life threatening injuries. Sometimes the injuries are caused by human error. Other times, they are caused by natural disasters or equipment malfunctions. No matter what the...
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Preventing truck drivers from driving while distracted
Distracted driving is linked to traffic accidents, and it does not just affect the average driver in Texas. Many commercial truck drivers also find themselves risking an accident by driving while distracted. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number one cause of...
What are the steps to take after a car accident?
As you drive through the roads of Texas, whether in the wide-open countryside or the packed streets of the cities, you hope never to find yourself in a car accident. However, it is best to be prepared in case it does happen.According to NerdWallet, even if you are not at fault for the car...
Back injury prevention for oil field workers
The oil field is notoriously dangerous, with many factors coming into play that increase the risk of accidents leading to injury, illness or even death. Oil field workers share with workers in many industries the potential to injure their back while on the job in Texas. As one of the most common...
I got hurt at work. Now what?
If you got hurt at work and are no longer able to do your job you are probably wondering how you are going to pay your bills and put food on the table. You might know a little about workers' compensation benefits, but you may be wondering if they apply in your case. Hopefully, this article will...
The diseases associated with asbestos exposure
Asbestos exposure is linked to several diseases, which is why its use has been restricted. However, many workers in San Antonio, especially those in construction, continue to risk exposure when working in older buildings that still contain materials made from asbestos. According to the...
Why is it a big deal if my truck is overloaded?
If you drive a heavy truck, you have probably heard a lot about how driver fatigue and distracted driving contribute to accidents. However, another high-ranking cause of truck accidents in Texas is the overloading of cargo. This occurs when the load you are carrying surpasses the physical or legal...
The latest trend in distracted driving: taking selfies
Distracted driving has become an increasingly prevalent problem, leading to some cities and states, including San Antonio, to implement laws requiring hands-free devices while driving. According to the Centers for Disease Control, traffic accidents attributed to distracted driving account for...
What poses the most threat to offshore oil workers?
If you are an oil worker, then you are well aware of how dangerous it can be, especially for offshore jobs. It is even more dangerous in Texas than in other states, as discussed in a previous post. There are a few key areas that pose significant threats to offshore workers.The fatality rate for...
Getting the compensation you deserve: 3 things to know about workers’ comp in Texas
More than one in five Americans say they have been injured on the job, according to a Findlaw.com survey. Especially if you are an oil field or oil drilling worker, you may have seen or experienced things like back injuries, hand and finger injuries, amputations, catastrophic injuries and tragic...