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Common Hazards on a Construction Site
Construction is a vital industry in Southeast Texas. It is also one of the most dangerous. As many as twenty percent of all private industry worker fatalities occur in construction-related jobs. According to agencies such as the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the majority of construction accidents are preventable, had all parties… Read More »
Most Common Construction Accidents in Texas
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. Worksite injuries and fatalities can result from a variety of different accidents. Construction accidents are preventable with proper safety training, equipment, and implementation. Read on for a discussion of the most common construction accidents, and call a knowledgeable Beaumont construction accident attorney… Read More »
What Happens if a Tire Blowout Caused your Car Accident?
Tire blowouts are a terrifying thing to experience. Especially if you are driving on the freeway at high speeds, suddenly losing control of your vehicle and flying all over the road is a jarring and frightening thing. If you are hurt in an accident caused by a tire blowout, what comes next? Can you… Read More »
How to Avoid Being Hit by a Drunk Driver
Drunk driving remains a dangerous problem on Texas roads causing many injuries and deaths every year. In 2018, 961 people were killed in drunk driving accidents in Texas, representing more than 25 percent of the total number of motor vehicle fatalities. Thousands more are seriously injured by drunk or impaired drivers each year. Below,… Read More »
Why Get an Attorney After a Car Accident?
A devastating car accident can leave you feeling like your life has been derailed. You may be facing mounting medical bills, vehicle repair costs, and other expenses, all the while unable to work and trying to recover from your injuries. Many car accident victims wonder whether hiring an attorney is worth the expense or… Read More »
What is the Law for Booster Seats in Texas?
Traffic safety laws for under-age children can vary significantly from state to state. While every state requires children of a certain age to use child safety seats for some period of time, state laws vary on where children can be located in the car, whether the seat must be forward or rear-facing and the… Read More »
How Long do you Have to File a Claim for a Car Accident, Personal Injury or Wrongful Death?
Most legal claims, whether they are civil claims or criminal prosecutions, have a time limit, which varies depending on the type of case. The time limit, known as the “statute of limitations,” establishes the period within which a claim may still be brought before it is considered too late regardless of the merits of… Read More »
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
The freight industry is a vital part of the Texas and national economies. Truck driving is, however, dangerous, and large truck drivers pose unique dangers to everyone on Texas roadways beyond the typical risks that all drivers already face. Read on for some of the more common causes of truck accidents that differ from… Read More »
Who all is Legally Liable for Damage caused by an 18-wheeler Collision?
18-wheeler accidents can be more complicated than passenger-car collisions where multiple parties have contributed to the cause of the collision and are therefore legally responsible to the Victim and/or the Victim’s Family for the damages caused from the collision. Both in terms of property damage and injuries, the damages caused by 18-wheeler collisions can… Read More »
Is Texas a No-Fault State for Auto Accidents?
Different states have different legal procedures that determine the type of claim(s) available to you following a traffic accident. In some states, the victim is prohibited from suing the negligent party or their insurer, regardless of fault. In other states, you are permitted to file suit against the negligent driver, if a settlement is… Read More »
