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Returning to work after an on-the-job injury in Texas
While an employee is recovering from a workplace injury, a doctor may determine that he or she cannot safely perform the former job duties. However, that is not to say that the person is unable to work at all. According to the Texas Department of…
Are you sharing the road with a tired truck driver?
The size and weight of 18-wheelers present enough of a concern to drivers in smaller vehicles. Many people either give semis a wide birth or pass them quickly in order to avoid them. Looking behind you and seeing one barreling toward you may cause you…
Buried alive: the deadly effects of a trench cave-in
Construction workers in Texas face some dangers that are unique to their industry. According to the Industrial Safety & Hygiene News, one of these hazards that consistently causes on-the-job fatalities, trench collapse, is on the rise. The U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration has strict…
Some Texans unhappy with new ban on texting behind the wheel
Texting and driving raises the risk of motor vehicle crashes exponentially, but these accidents continue to occur in Texas, as well as across the United States. Looking away from the road and taking one or both hands off the wheel can be deadly, but a…
Is safety an employer priority? Construction workers say no
The culture on your jobsite determines many aspects of your day-to-day life in Texas. According to a recent survey by the National Safety Council, construction workers across the country believe the companies they work for make productivity the primary value, rather than developing an environment…
Tractor trailer side underride guards may save lives
When a passenger vehicle in Texas collides with any part of a large truck, the results can be deadly. The higher ground clearance of the truck typically prevents the bumper of a car from stopping the forward motion, allowing it to travel under the trailer.…
The importance of safety training in the oil fields
Workers in the oil and gas industries face high risk of serious or fatal injuries due to the nature of the job duties on oil fields in Texas. According to Bloomberg, some have expressed concern that a rapidly expanding workforce could lead to negligence in…
Drilling home the facts regarding oil industry workplace hazards
Many Texas workers between ages 18 and 35 earn their livings in the oil industry. In San Antonio, Lubbock, Midland and surrounding regions, this type of work is a mainstay for a diverse population from various ethnic, racial and economic backgrounds. The work is not…
Study shows road debris is a major hazard on highways
Safety on the roadways is a major concern for everyone, and Texas drivers should take their responsibilities seriously. This goes beyond activities and behaviors behind the wheel, though. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a nonprofit research organization, drivers also need to ensure…
Workers’ compensation health care networks
If you sustain an injury on the job in San Antonio, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance typically covers the costs of your medical bills and a portion of your lost wages while you recover. We at The Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein, P.C., understand…
Powerline electrocutes workers moving flagpole
When a serious injury accident happens on the job in Texas, it may be difficult to pin down a single trigger for the incident. For example, a person performing a job without proper training may not directly cause things to go awry. However, that could…
Is truck platooning coming to Texas?
It is not unusual for you to encounter semi-trucks with two or even three trailers on the Texas roadways. The couplings that link these vehicles are visible, but there may soon be large trucks crossing the state that are connected solely through technology. The Texas…
Increasing safety in Texas manufacturing facilities
Depending on the type and size of a manufacturing facility, a safety manager can be a key component to the continued health and well-being of every employee. However, a safety manager is not the only way to improve standards and implement safety measures within a…
Encouraging teens to wear seat belts
As much as parents hope their teens will never be in a car accident, no one can assume that this will never happen. One of the easiest ways to be prepared is to wear a seat belt. However, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association,…
3 hazards of drilling equipment maintenance
When you are performing proper maintenance on oilfield sites, you are involved in helping to prevent others from being injured or killed in an accident or explosion. However, doing so could put your own life and limbs at risk. The legal team at The Law…
Many factors may have led to high death toll in Texas crash
Distracted driving poses a constant threat on the Texas roadways due to the use of cellphones behind the wheel. Even a vehicle with every safety feature available may not be able to prevent a fatality in a head-on collision with a texting driver. However, many…
An on-the-job death and your right to certain benefits
It is always a tragedy when a workplace accident claims the life of a Texas worker. The loved ones left behind not only have to deal with the emotional trauma that comes with the loss of a family member but will likely also deal with…
Are you using your respirator correctly?
Out in the oil fields, there are a number of airborne hazards that can have a devastating effect on your lungs. Wearing a respirator may be the solution to many of the dangerous inhalants, but the Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation warns that this personal…
Extra considerations for drivers of LCVs
Truck operators must undergo extensive training to receive a commercial driver’s license and be cleared to begin hauling heavy loads across Texas. According to Trucking Truth, when a truck pulls more than one trailer at a time, the operator of this longer combination vehicle must…
Crush injuries in the oil and gas industry
Personal protective equipment is essential for you on the oilfields of Texas, and your employer should supply what you need, as well as training to ensure that you know how to handle your duties safely. Even when an employer does everything right, it may not…
Is it time to take away the keys?
As your parents age, you may be concerned that reduced range of motion, failing eyesight and other common health problems associated with getting older may compromise their ability to stay safe on the Texas roadways. According to Edmunds.com, while you may have a solid reason…
Hearing loss: The silent workplace injury
Maybe you were one of those Texas workers who diligently wore ear protection on the job. Maybe you thought you could handle the noise or even work better without the encumbrance of the earmuffs or plugs. Or you were somewhere in between, wearing the protection…
What are workers’ compensation death benefits?
You may have known that if your spouse was injured on the job in Texas, he or she would be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, which typically cover medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. However, if your spouse has died in a workplace…
Understanding acute neck injuries
Regardless of the type of job you do in Texas, a neck injury is a hazard that is always present. While some neck problems develop over time, a sudden trauma may cause you some severe concerns right away. Many workers turn to our team at…
What causes cargo tank truck rollover accidents?
As you transport petroleum products in Texas and across the country, your responsibility while driving a cargo tank truck full of hazardous materials is much higher than that of other drivers. Not only does the size and weight of your commercial vehicle pose an increased…
Fall claims the life of a Texas oil field employee
Falls are a particularly common hazard of the job in the Texas oil industry. Many workers must perform their job duties at significant elevations, using equipment and accessing platforms dozens of feet in the air. Uneven surfaces, frequent climbs up and down the derrick, lack…
What you should know about whiplash
If you can get out of your vehicle and walk away after a serious car crash in Texas, you may believe that, because you did not break any bones or sustain any visible wounds, you were not injured. Assuming you do not need medical attention…
What you and NFL players have in common: Workers’ comp struggles
When you watch your favorite NFL team play you might not think you have much in common with the players at first glance. And while chances are that they are younger, faster and potentially make more money than you, if you have ever been injured…
What you should know about knee injuries
People in Texas who must stand or walk frequently during the workday rely on several muscles, bones and joints in their legs to provide this mobility, and the knees bear much of the burden. In fact, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons notes that a…
The air they breathe: toxic fumes in the oil and gas industries
Breathing may be a function that most people take for granted, but when a Texas oil field employee is on the job, the air may not be fit to take in. According to Oilpro, one of the chemicals that these workers are typically exposed to…
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