If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, there is a chance that you will suffer some type of injury. Some injuries are more common than others, and it is important to be aware of them so that you can seek medical attention if necessary. Head injuries There are...
After Accidents
Year: 2022
The types of distracted driving to be aware of
Although many drivers don't realize it, driver distractions are one of Texas's leading causes of car accidents. Even the simplest ones, such as talking on the phone while driving, can have devastating consequences, and that's why you need to be aware of how they occur...
Expect prolonged treatment plans for spinal cord injuries
Serious motor vehicle accidents have the potential to leave Texas motorists and passengers with spinal cord injuries (SCI). Among the non-elderly population, motor vehicle accidents are the leading source of SCI. Bruising, compression or penetration of the spinal cord...
How do you diagnose a brain injury?
Every year, 144,000 people sustain a traumatic brain injury in Texas. Sports, falls, car accidents, military training, combat and any other impact to the head could cause a brain injury. It's a good idea to know what symptoms to watch for and how doctors diagnose a...
Maritime vs non-maritime workers on offshore wind installations
Offshore contractors construct, maintain and operate offshore facilities around the US coasts. They often use special purpose vehicles to help with the rapid progression of offshore facilities in the wind industry. Texas and other states are looking into offshore wind...
Maritime accidents on the increase
Maritime accidents are increasing because there are more people boating who aren't following the recommended safety procedures. Texas requires that you report boating accidents that result in injury beyond personal first aid abilities, death or property damage...
Should speed limiters be required for trucks?
Huge trucks travel the roads in Texas on a daily basis. Such a large presence of these vehicles can pose more risks of truck accidents. However, some safety agencies are urging speed limiters to be put in place. What are speed limiters? Speed limiters are restrictions...
The shipping and handling mistakes of OOG cargo
Out Of Gauge (OOG) cargo has dimensions that exceed normal sizes and weights. The cargo has to be loaded into open or flat rack containers instead of regular shipping containers. In Texas, the risks of maritime accidents are decreased when workers are held liable for...
Spring driving brings internal injury risks
Drivers could make a mistake if they assume a short drive on a clear day won't result in an accident. No matter the time of the year or the driving conditions, collisions happen on Texas roads. During the spring and summer seasons, there might be an uptick. Sadly,...
Were you injured by a speeding driver?: What to do
Speeding accidents can lead to serious TBIs (traumatic brain injuries), whiplash and other severe health issues, landing you or a loved one in a Texas hospital. And even if they don't, the psychological impact is often devastating, especially financially if you end up...