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In 2017, there were 2.2 non-fatal occupational injuries or illnesses per 100 full-time workers in the Texas private sector. This number is below the national average. But it still represents a significant portion of the Texas workforce. Like every state, Texas has...
Imagine you get hurt because a federal employee did something wrong, but you don't know what you can do about it. They are employed by the government, so who do you even report to? The Federal Tort Claims Act was passed in 1946 to allow the federal government to be...
When we're thrown into a situation with a person or business, we have an obligation to act responsibly and prevent harm from befalling that person. Different situations warrant different levels of caution, but there's a general understanding that we should act in the...
Every seven seconds someone sustains an injury in the workplace. This stat, coming from the National Safety Council, illustrates how important proper workplace safety is. And yet despite increasing safety measures, workers are still injured each and every day. What...
At one point in time, land-based maritime workers were not properly covered for work-related injuries. There was a grey area of shipbuilders, repairers, harbor construction workers, and more who found themselves in a Catch 22. Thankfully, along came 1927 and the...
Oceans cover 71% of the world's surface area. And though the oceans aren't inhabited as much as metropolitan areas like Houston, it's not a lawless territory. We're not talking about pirates scouring the high seas. We're talking about the Merchant Marine Act of 1920,...
We often hear about wrongful death cases in the media. In August of this year, for example, the deceased performer Prince's family filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The lawsuit claims that certain medical professionals failed the singer in the weeks preceding his death....
Over 150 Americans are killed per day due to work-related causes. Another 3.8 million suffer from work-related injuries or diseases each year. Unfortunately, even if a working environment clearly led to an injury, some businesses are reluctant to provide workers'...
Have you or a loved one been a victim of medical errors? Medical errors are one of the leading medical malpractice causes for lawsuits. Yet, this isn't the only medical misconduct that can end in a malpractice settlement or case. A medical malpractice claim arises...
Getting into a car accident is a scary experience that raises a lot of questions. You feel unsure about what to do or how to manage the situation, and don't know what the best course of action is. After dealing with an accident, you're likely wondering if you need a...
Workers' compensation covers around 135 million people in the United States. But there are countless laws and addendum you don't find out about until after you're injured on the job. One of the trickiest laws to understand is the Longshore Act. If you work in the...
Did you know that 2,629 boat injuries happened in the United States? These injuries only account for 2017. Were you a victim of one of these incidents? If so, what type of claim can you file? Is it a maritime or personal injury law? There's a fine line between these...
All patients should be entitled to peace of mind when working with a medical professional. Unfortunately, we mustn't forget that doctors are people, too, and mistakes can happen. If you've fallen guilty to a form of medical negligence, you may be able to take legal...
Have you recently been involved in a car accident? A car crash can be a life-changing event that causes you pain and suffering long after it takes place. Besides being a potentially traumatic event mentally, you may have physical injuries that last for an extended...
According to crash data collected in 2014, motorcyclist deaths occur 27 times more often than deaths in other vehicles. So if you've ever been involved in a bad motorcycle accident, you're so lucky to be alive. And you're probably nervous about riding a motorcycle...
Have you been injured in a slip and fall or automobile accident? Besides missing time from school or work, you may be dealing with persistent pain that is impacting other aspects of your daily life. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,...
A truck accident lawsuit can get messy even for the most resourceful company or individual. Just ask Wal-mart. In 2014, the company was involved in a trucking accident which resulted in a multi-million dollar payout to actor Tracy Morgan. And the payment to Morgan was...
What if missing some key information were to cost you thousands of dollars? No, this isn't just a nightmare "what if". If you've been in a motorcycle accident and don't understand how settlements work, it could cost you more than you could possibly imagine. It's...
Sadly, there are millions of car crashes every year in the United States. Some are minor bumps, and some are more serious. Regardless of whether you feel OK or not after the accident, however, there's one thing you must always do after you've exchanged insurance...
Are you involved in a medical malpractice case? You may be wondering how medical malpractice settlements work. Medical malpractice is a serious issue, and you deserve to be compensated for your strife. By knowing how the settlement process works, your case will be...
You are eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit if you have been injured due to someone else's negligence. Situations that can lead to these lawsuits include car accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, workplace-related injuries, and many more. These...
Between 20 and 50 million people are injured in a car accident every year. That means car accidents are a common occurrence, but is it common for drivers to know what to do after a car accident? Those first moments after a vehicular collision are crucial....
No matter where you are in the process of filing or winning your claim under the Defense Base Act (DBA), it's wise to start thinking about financial planning. A windfall of cash can throw anyone off-balance, so it's important to have a plan ahead of time. If you win...
Distracted drivers are the number one safety concern of people on the road. In fact, this is a significantly higher concern over all other things drivers worry about, like drunk drivers or bad weather. Yet, so many people text and drive! If you don't do it, you...
For most people, if they get injured at work, they immediately assume they need to file a workers' compensation claim; however, did you know that if you're injured working at sea, you need to file under a completely different law? The Jones Act is a maritime law that...
Did you know that 429 incidents happened at sea last year in the United States? These events include collisions, explosions, and injuries, among others. If you or a loved one works on the sea and land, you've to know the different injury laws. These laws weren't...
Car accidents aren't uncommon, and neither are the injuries that frequently occur as a result. It's not common knowledge, however, to know how to proceed if you've been injured in a car accident. Most people are aware that they should contact their insurance company...
One reportable car crash occurred every 57 seconds in Texas in 2016. In the United States, road crashes cost more than $230 billion per year. It's safe to say that car accidents are both common and expensive. How can you be better prepared in the event of a car...
PTSD is a serious medical issue that affects many overseas workers. These workers can have problems finding jobs when they get back due to discrimination. If you are facing workplace discrimination due to PTSD it might be time for you to hire DBA lawyers. Read further...
You may be entitled to a lump sum settlement in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. During the course of your defense base act process, you may be wondering whether to settle your claim for a lump sum settlement or to continue receiving payments from the insurance...