Almost any type of eye injury that occurs on the job in Texas can qualify for workers’ compensation payments. Across the United States, approximately 20,000 workers receive eye injuries annually. Generally, these injuries fall into four main categories. Projectiles...
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Workplace back injuries: 5 common examples in Texas
If you are injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who get injured or become ill as a result of their job. It's important, however, to be aware of the...
Understanding Amazon’s warehouse accidents
A number of the workers' compensation claims in Texas come from workers who got injured while working in the Amazon warehouses. If you are an Amazon employee and have been injured while working in the warehouse, you may be wondering what you should do next. What kinds...
OSHA sees injuries to health care workers rise dramatically
In Texas and other states, conditions have created a much more dangerous work environment for health care workers. Between contagious illness, fatigue and overwork, and other factors, these workers are at higher risk than in the past. Health care worker risks OSHA has...
What are the most common warehouse work injuries?
Texas residents who work in warehouses have a right to safe working conditions. However, certain injuries are common in warehouses. These accidents can lead to more workers’ comp claims. Forklift accidents One of the worst types of warehouse injuries involves workers...
Majority of electrical fatalities are not among electricians
When people in Texas think about workplace electrical fatalities, they usually think of electricians. In reality, 68% of people who are killed at work in electrical accidents are not electricians. Lack of safety equipment Personal protective equipment, or PPE, and...
How can falls on construction sites be prevented?
Construction workers in the Houston and Corpus Christi areas of Texas face numerous challenges in their jobs. Their work puts them at much greater risk of accidents that can result in serious injuries and even death. Falls are among the leading causes of construction...
Types of dangerous gases in oil fields
An oil field is an environment in which workers must stay protected and safe. Gas wells are often located in close proximity to the workers, and there are many different types of gas that can lead to injuries. If you work in an oil field, here are the main types of...
Dangerous gases in the workplace
Many Texas workers in manufacturing and industrial occupations are commonly exposed to harmful environments. Hazardous chemicals and other potentially airborne dangers are regularly used in a wide variety of applications and production situations, ranging from mineral...