Many Texans now depend on rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, which have totally changed their transportation methods. Whether you’re located in major cities such as Houston or Austin or in small towns like Abilene or Waco, you can connect to a fast ride…
Your Next Steps After A Car Accident in Texas After getting into an auto accident, it is common not to know what to do next. Many people are unaware of what they can do to protect their best interests after a collision. When a mistake…
What To Avoid Doing After An Accident in Texas The actions you do not take after an auto accident can sometimes be even more important than the ones you do take. It is not likely that you may know what to avoid after an accident,…
Can I Choose My Own Doctor For A Work Injury in Texas? If you have been injured at work, it is essential to have people on your side looking out for your best interests. This is true of your choice of attorney as well as…
The Qualifications For Workers’ Compensation After a workplace accident, workers’ compensation may be the lifeline needed to cover an injured worker’s expenses and recovery process, but how can anyone be sure if they have a workers’ compensation claim on their hands? When employers try to…
Understanding Texas Workers’ Compensation Trying to navigate your way through the Texas workers’ compensation system on your own can be extremely complicated. Without extensive knowledge about the system and its application process, you may miss out on the money you deserve after a workplace accident.…
Helping You Understand The Workers’ Compensation Benefits You Are Entitled To Many people are familiar with the concept of workers’ compensation but are unfamiliar with what specific benefits are provided to injured workers. At The Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein, P.C. , in San…
What you know for sure right now is that you have been injured at work and you are unable to work in your present state. What you probably do not know is which person or entity is responsible for providing you with benefits or compensation…
Injured workers are not required to have a workers’ comp attorney representing them in order to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. But many workers in Texas find comfort and peace of mind in having a legal professional looking out for their rights and guiding them through…
People accept shift work for many reasons. Sometimes, they need to stagger their availability to care for children with a spouse. Other times, they may want the differential pay available if they work third shift or split shifts. Most people define shift work as regular…
If you’ve never needed workers’ compensation benefits before, you may only know what you’ve heard about workers’ comp from co-workers, friends or family. A lot of that information may be wrong. That’s why it’s crucial to know the facts if you’ve suffered a workplace-related injury…
Oil field workers have dangerous jobs because of the nature of both their work and their working environments. One of the hazards that they commonly face involves coming into contact with harmful chemicals as they execute their job duties. The potential dangers of these chemicals…
En el complejo panorama de la ley laboral de Texas, es esencial comprender las opciones disponibles en caso de sufrir una lesión en el trabajo. La mayoría de los trabajadores en el estado asumen que su única vía de compensación es a través del sistema…
Recibir la notificación de rechazo de su reclamo de indemnización laboral puede ser devastador. Sin embargo, es importante que sepa que tiene herramientas legales a su disposición y puede apelar a esta decisión. A continuación, exploramos los pasos a seguir para apelar esta decisión y…
Mudarse a otro país y empezar una nueva vida en una nueva tierra implica una multitud de desafíos. Uno de estos es aprender cómo funcionan las leyes y regulaciones locales para evitar las consecuencias potencialmente devastadoras de un accidente o una multa. Estas son algunas…
The workers’ compensation program in Texas understandably confuses many people. Even those who should have a straightforward claim for benefits may feel uncertain about their rights. Misinformation about workers’ compensation spreads rapidly, and workers might spend years believing inaccurate information about basic workplace protections. For…
Wildfires are a serious threat to communities. They can cause serious damage to property and risk the health and safety of residents and the first responders who help them. In places like Lubbock and Amarillo, it is crucial to understand the potential injuries they can…
The human body can be subjected to intense and unnatural forces in the event of a car wreck. This reality leads to various types of injuries, which can range from minor scrapes and bruises to more severe, life-altering conditions. The severity of a crash victim’s…
In today’s fast-paced world, driving demands one’s full attention. However, distractions are a common challenge, often leading to road accidents. Understanding the types of distractions that may compromise one’s safety can help drivers stay safer on the roads. Generally, distractions fall into three categories: visual,…
Over the decades, pickup trucks have been getting larger. It’s very trendy right now for people to buy oversized pickup trucks, such as the Toyota Tundra or the Chevy Silverado. These may have the same names as older versions of these vehicles, but comparing them…
Oil and gas workers receive competitive wages even when compared with other blue-collar employees. Their job is very demanding and comes with multiple major safety risks, so their employers generally need to offer competitive pay. Job risks for those in oil and gas jobs range…
The stopping distance of a semi-truck, also known as a tractor-trailer or an 18-wheeler, can vary significantly based on several factors, including the truck’s weight, speed, road conditions, weather and driver reaction time. For instance, a distracted truck driver on a slick road is going…
The medical benefits available through workers’ compensation are very valuable to injured workers. Unlike traditional health insurance, the benefits available through workers’ compensation generally cover all of someone’s costs rather rendering injured employees responsible for a portion of their medical bills. Workers can receive surgery,…
En las carreteras de Texas, un descuido al volante de un camión de carga de 18 ruedas puede convertirse en una amenaza mortal, capaz de causar estragos. Sin embargo, estos accidentes pueden ocurrir por una variedad de razones. Explicaremos algunas de estas causas y consecuencias…
If you have been injured at work in Texas and suffered a permanent disability, you may be entitled to lifetime injury benefits (LIBs). These workers’ compensation benefits provide 75% of your average weekly wage for life, with a 3% annual increase. A successful claim can…
While any car accident can be catastrophic, one type in particular can be especially dangerous — the underride crash. It’s essential to understand why these types of crashes are so devastating, how they happen, and how you may be able to prevent them. What is…
If you get injured on the job, you know that you need to report that injury to your employer. This is an important step in seeking workers’ comp benefits. The company needs to know that you were injured on the job, and as much information…
Driving alongside semitrucks on the highway is a common experience for most motorists. While these large vehicles are essential for transporting goods across the country, they’re also involved in many road wrecks. Understanding the common causes behind semitruck crashes can help both truckers and passenger…
Working within an oil field operation is a physically demanding and potentially hazardous occupation. Safety is of paramount importance in this environment as preventing accidents and protecting the well-being of all workers matters above all else. However, a commitment to safety does not mean that…
Los campos de petróleo y gas están llenos de riesgos para la vida y la integridad física. Los trabajadores deben estar alerta ante una serie de amenazas que incluyen caídas, accidentes de transporte, electrocución, incendios y explosiones, así como la exposición a productos químicos tóxicos.…