Fatalities caused by elevation falls continue to be a leading cause of death for construction workers. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics discovered that in 2017, elevation falls accounted for 366 of the 971 construction recorded fatalities. The fact that these fatalities were…
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Now that the spring is here, children can be found on playgrounds more frequently. While these attractions can be enjoyable for children, they can also be dangerous if certain safety precautions are disregarded. If your child sustains an injury on a playground in Texas, contact…
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Car accidents are a frequent occurrence in Texas. Even a minor crash can leave a victim with vehicle damage, hefty medical bills, lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages. Below, we discuss the most common types of car accidents that arise across the state. If…
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We go to work to fulfill our professional goals and provide for ourselves and our family. Sometimes, however, a work environment can be dangerous and take the lives of innocent workers. Below, we’ll discuss the most common causes of fatal workplace injuries in Texas. If…
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Ringing, whistling, or another persistent sound in a person’s ears is known as tinnitus. Between 2003 and 2015, Minnesota-based company called 3M sold millions of defective dual-ended Combat ArmsTM Earplugs that caused this condition in numerous consumers. Although these earplugs were intended to protect soldiers…
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According to the National Safety Council, at least nine Americans lose their lives to distracted driving accidents each day. This statistic proves that distracted driving continues to be a serious issue on roadways and highways throughout the United States. To bring awareness to distracted driving…
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Since trucks are larger and heavier than cars, they are more likely to cause serious damage following an accident. For this reason, truck accidents are often more complex and require extensive investigations. However, they almost always settle and rarely go to trial. Keep reading to…
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Between 2003 and 2015, 3M sold millions of defective dual-ended Combat Arms TM Earplugs that were supposed to protect soldiers from noises in the battlefield but failed to do so. These headphones featured a faulty design that made them too short to fit properly in…
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According to an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety report, the fatal crash rate per mile driven for 16 to 17-year old drivers is almost three times the rate for motorists who are 20 years and older. This statistic can be quite unsettling if you are…
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Drowsy driving continues to be a serious problem in Texas. Many drivers in the state lead busy lives and simply don’t get enough sleep. This is a huge issue when you consider the fact that missing two or three hours of sleep can more than…
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