Because Texas has so many oil fields and refineries, oil tanker trucks are a common sight. These trucks carry thousands of gallons of highly flammable liquid, which makes accidents especially dangerous. Texas also has more deadly large truck crashes than any other state, accounting for over 10% of all truck crash deaths in the U.S….
Wind farms are crucial for generating clean energy, but the jobs at these sites can be hazardous. Workers can face various types of risks that may result in serious injuries. It’s important for everyone to understand these dangers, know what kinds of injuries can happen, and learn how to get the right legal help if…
“Failed back surgery syndrome,” now often called persistent spinal pain, isn’t really a medical syndrome. It’s a broad term doctors use when someone has back or spine surgery, but still has pain afterward, or the surgery doesn’t work as expected. It doesn’t mean the surgery was done wrong, just that the pain didn’t go away….
If local construction zones are dangerous, then construction zones on interstates are a recipe for disaster. In 2021, the Texas Department of Transportation reported over 26,000 road traffic accidents in interstate construction zones. These crashes resulted in 244 fatalities and 856 severe injuries. Multiple factors can lead to car accidents in interstate construction zones, but…
Following an on-the-job injury in Texas, you might be able to cover long-term care expenses via a blend of workers’ compensation benefits, like Impairment Income Benefits for enduring injuries, combined with long-term care insurance and personal savings. For long-term care expenses with no other coverage options, Texas Medicaid could be an option, provided you satisfy…
After a workplace accident, your first reaction is often confusion, stress, or even embarrassment. In those moments, it is easy to say something that feels harmless but can cause real problems later. Insurance companies and employers pay close attention to what you say after an accident. A single phrase can be twisted to downplay your…
If you were hurt while working in Texas, you might be asking yourself what kind of settlement you can expect. It is a fair question, but not always an easy one to answer. The truth is that work injury settlements depend on many different pieces, like how badly you were hurt and whether your employer…
Working in a warehouse often means being around large machinery, tall shelves, and plenty of fast-moving activity. Even with safety measures in place, accidents still happen. When they do, injured workers may find themselves facing medical treatment, missed time at work, and a lot of questions about what to do next. In Texas, handling a…
It does not take much. A wet floor, an uneven surface, or an unstable ladder can turn an ordinary workday into something far more serious. Falls are among the most common workplace accidents in Texas, and they happen in all types of jobs, from construction sites to office buildings. Sometimes the injuries are minor, but…
Out in the Texas oilfields, the work never really stops. Whether it’s blazing hot or pitch black at 2 a.m., crews are out there, putting in the hours around heavy machinery, slick surfaces, and some seriously dangerous conditions. It’s tough, physical work, and accidents happen more often than most people think. If you’ve been hurt…