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Avoid workplace accidents by putting an IIPP in place

Posted on May 18, 2018July 11, 2022

Employees at businesses in Texas and around the nation report to work each day, expecting that they will have a safe place to do their jobs. While this seems like a reasonable expectation, the reality is that workplace accidents are fairly common. In fact, the number of injuries and fatalities that occur on the job […]

Workplace accidents: Construction worker killed on college campus

Posted on May 4, 2018July 11, 2022

University campuses in Texas and elsewhere around the country often undergo major renovation projects to update buildings on their campuses. Construction crews are brought in to conduct the projects, along with equipment, machinery and materials to do the job. Unfortunately, workplace accidents are not uncommon when the hazards of the job site are considered. A […]

Is your loved one at risk in a Texas nursing home?

Posted on May 1, 2018July 11, 2022

When your parent moved into a nursing home assisted living facility, you both likely experienced a big period of adjustment. You may have been quite used to stopping by his or her house for a visit after work. In fact, you might have grown up in that house and experienced a roller coaster of emotions […]

Defective products lawsuit filed against ATV manufacturer

Posted on April 19, 2018July 11, 2022

All-terrain vehicles are utilized by many outdoor enthusiasts in Texas and all across the nation. These vehicles are widely used for recreational purposes as well as for work usage. However, certain models of one ATV manufacturer were known to catch fire. The manufacturer, Polaris Industries, is facing a potential class-action lawsuit for these defective products. […]

Flying is the safest way to travel – or is it?

Posted on April 16, 2018April 20, 2023

Hundreds of thousands of car accidents happen across the country every year, and many of them happen right here in Texas. Riding a motorcycle or a bicycle or even walking can be hazardous to your health. What about flying? The airlines like to say that flying remains the safest way to travel, and that may […]

Beware of carbon monoxide while boating

Posted on April 14, 2018July 11, 2022

Once spring makes an appearance, many Texas boating enthusiasts begin making plans for boating adventures. If you are among these Texans, then you may be preparing your boat and going over a safety checklist to make sure that nothing interrupts your time on the water. One consideration that you may not think of is whether […]

Defective products: Goodyear investigated for faulty tire

Posted on April 6, 2018July 11, 2022

A trip in a motorhome to a major theme park sounds like a wonderful getaway for families in Texas or elsewhere in the country. Certainly, a traveler in this type of vehicle wants to reach the destination safely and return home without incident. However, this goal becomes harder to reach when there are potentially defective […]

Is a defective warning responsible for your injuries?

Posted on April 4, 2018July 11, 2022

You would expect that a consumer could hold the manufacturer, distributor or seller of a product responsible for injuries that occur if the product is defective. You have likely seen the media coverage of igniting cellphone batteries, exploding airbags and toppling furniture. Consumers have the right to seek compensation when products cause them harm or […]

Chemical plant worker suffers catastrophic injuries in explosion

Posted on March 21, 2018July 11, 2022

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has strict safety regulations for all the different types of industries, and while each has unique hazards to address, some general rules cover all. One of those is the need for companies to provide the necessary safety training — especially to new employees. Too many catastrophic injuries are suffered […]

When doctors suspect you have a spinal cord injury

Posted on March 20, 2018July 11, 2022

A spinal cord injury can be one of the most devastating injuries you can suffer. This is why emergency responders to the accident in which you were involved likely took many precautions if they even suspected an injury to your back or neck. This may have included the use of a backboard and neck brace […]