Speeding, aggression and drunkenness are all leading causes of auto accidents. A car accident can lead to longer-term disabilities, such as paralysis and memory loss. Many car accidents are fatal. One of the biggest causes of auto accidents is distractions. A...
The Texas oil fields are known for their vast oil and natural gas production, making them a crucial part of the state’s economy. However, the nature of the industry also brings its fair share of workplace hazards. Safety measures and protocols are essential to help...
A wrongful death claim is designed to compensate the loved ones of the victim for their losses – and the loss of the deceased’s income and financial support to their family is often a big factor in many claims where a wage-earner is killed. What happens, however, if...
Internal injuries are very problematic after something like a catastrophic car accident. They can sometimes go overlooked because there’s not clear exterior evidence of someone’s physical harm. But they can be very serious. In fact, it is technically possible for...
Handguns are supposed to be manufactured to a certain standard so that they can never fire accidentally. Naturally, this means that the gun should never be able to fire on its own, and one test that is used is known as the drop test, which checks to make sure a gun...
We’ve discussed Texas’ “dram shop” law, which addresses when a bar or restaurant can be held liable for a drunk driving crash caused by one of its customers. But what if the driver who caused the crash became intoxicated at a party held in someone’s home or other...
If you suffer an injury, the insurance company may offer you a settlement. This will probably sound like a substantial amount of money at the time, depending on the severity of the injury. Many people are tempted to take it because they want to get that payment and...
For outdoor workers, exposure to the elements is part of the job. This can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, including heat stroke, in hot weather. This condition occurs when the body's temperature regulation fails under excessive heat. It can lead to...
The only thing brain injuries have in common is that they are all unique. The specific area in the brain that becomes injured plays a major role in how it affects an individual injury victim. The severity of the injury and the promptness of the medical treatment will...
A spinal cord injury can be a life-altering event, leading to significant changes in an individual's lifestyle. The spinal cord is crucial for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body, so an injury to this vital pathway can result in diminished...
