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Poor weather and large truck crashes
A number of factors may cause a large truck collision, whether a trucker is suffering from fatigue or has consumed drugs or alcohol behind the wheel. For other drivers, these examples of negligent behavior are very concerning and can result in a fatal crash. However,…
Nighttime driving can be deadly
People who drive along the streets of San Antonio, Texas, often remain on the roads once the sun has set. Once nighttime arrives, there are often drivers who are rushing to meet with friends, coming home from work or simply running errands late into the…
Does your employer have to offer workers’ compensation?
You likely go to work every day in San Antonio confident that if you were to be injured in an accident while on the job, your employer would take of you (after all, that is what workers’ compensation insurance is for, right). Getting the news,…
Safety Advice For Texas Oil Field Workers
Did you know that your job in the oil patch is more likely to claim your life than any other job? The oil and gas industry is not only the backbone of the economy in Texas but also for thousands of families who see their…
What Is Distracted Driving and How Can I Prevent It?
Among the many hazards facing drivers in San Antonio, distracted driving ranks pretty high. More than just using a mobile device behind the wheel, distracted driving encompasses a range of seemingly innocuous behaviors, including conversing with passengers and eating behind the wheel. To prevent potentially…
Detailing maintenance and cure benefits
Working on an oil rig off the coast of Texas is undoubtedly exciting, which is likely one of the reasons you were drawn to such a career. However, it also presents a number of inherent risks, which is why drilling and excavation ranks among the…
How to reduce accidents with large trucks
Drivers in Texas need to share the road with large trucks of all kinds. Accidents involving cars and trucks can be disastrous because of the size of the larger vehicles. Drivers of cars should be aware of the additional hazards and drive defensively when in…
Two Magnolia men killed in truck accident
There may be those rare times where different forms of liability may come into play in a single case in San Antonio. An example may be where one is killed or injured in a motor vehicle accident while performing functions related to his or her…
Drunk driving remains a killer on Texas roads
With the plethora of public awareness campaigns and education about the dangers of drunk driving provided by advocacy groups and others, you might believe that people are finally getting the message and are willing to hang up their keys if they are going to drink.…
Visual communication and other steps for oilfield workers’ safety
Drill rigs, oil wells, and other machinery and equipment used in the oil fields are all part of the Texas landscape. The gas and oil extraction industry is the source of income for many Texas families, and if this is how you earn your living,…
Fracking poses danger of benzene exposure
Fracking in Texas may be at the heart of an increased number of earthquakes over the past decade, but that’s not the only danger of this relatively new form of oil extraction. For workers in the oil and gas industry, benzene exposure poses a health…
What Should I Do If Involved in a Car Accident?
If you frequently travel Texas roads and highways, you know that accidents can happen. Even the safest drivers run the risk of being involved in an accident, which can entail loss of property and bodily injury. While you can’t control the actions of other drivers…
Freeway collision in Fort Worth results in couple’s death
One of the more difficult aspects of dealing with car accidents in San Antonio is trying to determine who is at fault. In some cases, liability is quite obvious; in others, the issue may be much murkier. In those instances where there is difficulty assigning…
Workplace accidents and traumatic brain damage
Work injuries are common in many different industries in Texas and throughout the U.S. One of the most prevalent workplace injuries involves traumatic brain damage, which can cause permanent damage in some cases. Traumatic brain injuries occur when workers are hit by falling objects, fall…
What threatens your health in the oil and gas industry?
A primary industry here in Texas that employs numerous residents is the oil and gas industry. If you work in the industry, you know that it has its rewards and its risks. Even if you and your employer take all of the necessary safety precautions…
Teen driver strikes, kills two sisters in Brownsville
Drivers in San Antonio are of course required to try and avoid accidents to whatever extent safety allows. Yet that does not necessarily mean that all incidents involving vehicles and others on the road (such as motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians) are the fault of drivers.…
Understanding maintenance and cure
With all of the oil derricks that can be seen throughout the state of Texas, it is easy to forget that a large portion of the state’s drilling work (and the country’s, for that matter) happens offshore. Working out on the open water on a…
Assigning liability in accidents caused by teen drivers
For teens, earning a driver’s license can be a watershed moment in their lives. Yet for the drivers that they now share the road with in San Antonio, the risk of being involved in an accident with these new motorists goes up. Some may simply…
What can you do to reduce your chances of getting hurt at work?
Whether your job is working construction or answering phones at a doctor’s office, you are subject to risks each day when you leave for your job in Texas. While certain jobs put you in a much more vulnerable position than others, every occupation has its…
What is the answer to fighting the problem of distracted driving?
Texas readers know that distracted driving is a serious problem and threat to individuals in the state and beyond. The issue does not seem to be diminishing, but getting worse as there are more things to distract drivers than ever before. Some experts studying this…
Detailing hours of service regulations for truckers
If you are like most in San Antonio, then there has probably been a time or two when, after a long day at work or hectic night at home, you have felt a little drowsy behind the wheel. When you are driving tired, your reaction…
Can I get worker’s comp for a wrist injury?
On-the-job injuries in Texas are typically associated with a one-time event. It could be a warehouse worker who cuts himself while opening shipments, a mailroom employee who strains her back lifting heavy boxes or administrative workers who suffer a burn in the breakroom. But it’s…
Understanding workers’ compensation after an accident
A workplace injury can appear as a far off, benign problem until it becomes a firsthand experience. Depending on the seriousness of the injury, such mishaps can result in months — and even years — away from a job. Most Texans do not stop to…
The underlying issue within oil field accidents
The oil industry is crucial in today’s world, but especially in Texas; after all, thousands of workers in the state make a living from natural gas and oil work. However, this industry also contains its fair share of dangers, including grueling hours, long commutes and…
The reality of construction accidents in texas
In the aftermath of hurricanes Harvey and Irma, Texas has certainly seen a spike in demand for construction work to make repairs to countless damaged homes. This demand can make tasks incredibly time-sensitive, sending many contractors and workers in the profession into a whirlwind of…
The oil and gas industry scores high for injuries
Do you earn a living in a Texas oil field? If so, no one needs to tell you how dangerous such work can be. You may have also noticed, however, that the media and data published in the industry often understates the danger and lists…
Examining the extent of workplace falls
For those who are of a working age in San Antonio, falls may be the last thing they view as being a threat to their safety at work. Except for those whose jobs force them to work from heights, most professionals likely believe that only…
The outlook for worker recruiting in the oil industry
Today’s advanced technology has made countless jobs in Texas simpler, faster and safer. As a result, some industries have become less of a hazard to workers than in previous years. The oil industry, however, remains one of the most dangerous jobs for many reasons. Despite…
Rollover crash in San Antonio kills teen
It is generally accepted that motorists in San Antonio have a responsibility to keep the passengers of their vehicles safe. Most assume that responsibility to include not driving recklessly, as well as ensuring that their vehicles are operating efficiently. Yet should they also be held…
What will you be able to recover from a car accident?
Car accidents vary in the types of consequences and impact they can have on Texas victims. While some people are able to recover and rebuild rather quickly, that may not be the case for you. In fact, it could be quite difficult for you to…
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