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Houston has long faced issues with dangerous drivers. There is a documented lack of law enforcement in the city, as well as a well-known problem concerning intoxicated drivers. Heavily trafficked highways and beltways tend to have some of the most dangerous intersections in Houston. From…
Read MoreOffshore oil and gas extraction is crucial to the United States economy – and, it creates jobs for tens of thousands of workers. Offshore oil and gas operations include all activities related to the extraction of oil and natural gas from beneath the seafloor. While…
Read MoreWhen you experience an incapacitating injury, you may not be able to function as you once did, including performing household duties and doing your previous work. Worse yet, you may not be able to keep your job due to an inability to work, making it…
Read MoreSadly, hundreds of workers, drivers, and bystanders are critically injured and killed in Texas highway construction zone accidents every year. In 2020, construction zone crashes and fatalities climbed during the pandemic. Texas has been ranked as the state with the highest number of construction zone…
Read MoreTexas has the highest number of car accident fatalities of any state in the country. According to state officials, on average, more than 11 people died each day in traffic-related accidents on Texas roadways in 2021. With Houston being the most populous city in the…
Read MoreOil rig workers have very dangerous jobs, surrounded by flammable and toxic materials as well as heavy machinery that can malfunction or otherwise cause a hazard. Those working on certain types of oil rigs at sea qualify as seamen, which means that – barring any…
Read MoreWhile the jobs are financially beneficial for our nation’s hard workers, working on an offshore oil rig is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States and beyond. Many dangers lurk while working offshore, but the most dangerous danger is oil rig explosions…
Read MoreBetween the oil and gas industry and other industrial workplaces in Texas, the use of and exposure to toxic chemicals at work is prevalent for a large number of our state’s workers. Workers exposed to toxic chemicals on the job are at risk of being…
Read MoreSo many people look forward to starting a family; and, thankfully science has provided us with more options than ever to make that happen. While we can document each ultrasound, each belly growth, each milestone along the way during pregnancy, all of this is done…
Read MoreAfter a car crash or work accident, you may experience delayed pain in different parts of your body. If you hit your head during the incident, you would probably expect headaches, some nausea, maybe some dizziness, brain fog, light sensitivity, and even fatigue. These are…
Read MoreRidesharing applications like Uber and Lyft have surged in popularity in recent years for a variety of reasons. Some people use ridesharing as a way to have a fun night out with friends while not having to worry about drinking and driving, while others use…
Read MoreThe loss of a loved one is always a devastating experience; however, when the death of that loved one is sudden and caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentional action of another person or business, it can leave you feeling absolutely broken. Whether you are…
Read MoreFederal law requires employers to prove a safe work environment for all of their employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration Act of 1970 ensures your right in Texas – as well as all other states – to be safe at work and free from…
Read MoreCommercial trucks are part of the backbone of the American economy and allow goods to travel quickly across Texas and from state to state to consumers. Even though these trucks are essential to keeping the economy going, they also account for over 10 percent of…
Read MoreWithout evidence, you can’t prove negligence and won’t be compensated for your injuries. Photos can be critical in determining who’s at fault for the accident and how you’ve suffered from it. A picture is worth a thousand words, and the right image might be worth…
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