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...
After Accidents
Year: 2023
Do people recover any mobility after a spinal cord injury?
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...
Job injury rules are different for harbor workers
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...
Teens and risky summer driving
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...
Who decides when an injured employee returns to work?
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...
Drivers have control over the top causes of collisions
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...
When can your workers’ comp be refused in Texas?
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...
2 reasons that crashes and other accidents lead to amputation
Amputation or the loss of a limb or extremity is one of the most debilitating medical experiences someone could have. Motor vehicle collisions are one of the leading causes of modern amputations, although they take second place to amputations necessitated by medical...
The top risk for offshore oil and gas workers surprises many
Professionals that accept jobs in the offshore oil and gas industry often receive very competitive wages and excellent benefits in return for their labor. The long shifts away from home, possibly lasting many weeks at a time, and the increased risk of job injuries...
How workers’ comp offer better protection than health insurance
People get hurt on the job all the time in Texas. There are job risks in every job, from beginning positions in the retail sector to professional drivers working for transportation companies. Most of the workers injured on the job will have the protection of workers'...