One of the most debilitating injuries a person could suffer is largely invisible. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) could be the result of someone falling or a very violent car crash. It could also be the result of oxygen deprivation or percussive force if someone is...
Professional fishermen work very exhausting and demanding jobs. They may have to report for work long before the sun rises and may work for much longer than the average person in a factory or retail environment. They are also at significantly elevated risk for injury...
There are dangers involved in every job, but some careers are simply more risky than others. Anyone questioned about what the most dangerous professions are might rattle off the careers where people are more likely to die, including professional fishermen, forestry or...
Motorists in Texas have to carry insurance to comply with the law. When a crash occurs, a claim often follows, typically seeking to obtain compensation for property damage losses and medical expenses. Both federal and state rules mandate that insurance companies...
Medical advances in recent years have significantly increased treatment options for a variety of previously untreatable medical conditions and helped people improve their quality of life as well. Research into the human nervous system has led to some incredible...
The harbors around Texas see a huge amount of shipping traffic. It is quite cost-effective to move merchandise and consumer goods using large shipping vessels, and the ports of entry where those vessels arrive when transporting goods to the United States are often...
The summer represents a time when traffic in Texas may increase significantly. Locals and tourists may vacation travel to various destinations. Many teenagers spend time on the roads during the 100 days of summer and could find themselves at risk of an accident. Teens...
One of the reasons that workers' compensation claims can be so expensive is that a worker may be temporarily incapable of supporting themselves and will therefore require disability benefits. Disability benefits are expensive to provide and are also often stressful...
When looking at the top causes of motor vehicle collisions, there are clear patterns that emerge. Some factors, like inclement weather, are outside of an individual's control. Other factors that contribute to a crash reflect the decisions made by an individual...
Everyone deserves a safe and secure place of work. Unfortunately, work-related injuries and illnesses are not uncommon. If you are hurt at work, or while advancing your employer’s interests, you may be entitled to financial restitution for the resulting economic and...