Jun 21, 2024 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
America operates at least 750 military bases around the world, which requires the help of countless civilian employees and contractors. Many of these face risks that those working within the United States do not. The Defense Base Act exists to protect the safety and...
Mar 15, 2024 | Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
It’s estimated that each year there are nearly 2.8 million workplace injuries and illnesses. If you’ve been injured on the job, you’re likely familiar with a workers’ compensation claim. These cash benefits can help you recover from lost wages...
Feb 23, 2024 | Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury, Wrongful Death
A recent study on the safety of workers in the oil and gas industry revealed a startling statistic – between 2014 and 2019, 470 individuals lost their lives due to various incidents in offshore locations. Texas, a significant hub for the industry, accounted for...
Feb 16, 2024 | Defense Base Act, Malpractice Lawyer, Personal Injury, Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
Every year, more than 62 million Americans seek medical attention related to injuries. These include accidents, vehicle crashes, and workplace injuries. Fortunately, if the harm resulted from negligence or wrongdoing by another party, the injured person can seek...
Feb 2, 2024 | Defense Base Act, Maritime Law, Personal Injury, Workers' Comp
The personal injury industry was worth $53.1 billion in 2022. If you can’t identify with that number, consider that 39.5 million personal injury cases demand medical intervention yearly. That may sound favorable to you despite the unfortunate circumstances. If...
Dec 15, 2023 | Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury
There are more than 21,000 nonfatal workplace injuries in the United States every year. This results in billions of dollars in rehabilitation and medical bills. It also leads to incalculable costs in loss of earning potential, and quality of life. The good news is...
