Personal Injury
Safety Tips For Peak Racing Season
Texans all across the state are enjoying the change in weather. The cooler temperatures make many outside activities much more bearable. Although some parts of Texas are covered in layers of snow, most of the state is at a comfortable temperature. While this weather is extremely pleasant, it also comes with a few unique dangers. Fall through Spring is considered peak racing season for runners and cyclists, and drivers need to remember to share the road safely to avoid collisions.
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Fatigued Driving Causing Devastating Truck Accidents
Every day, millions of Americans share the roads with large trucks. These giant vehicles help stock the grocery store shelves and carry goods to their final destinations. Although these vehicles are absolutely necessary for transportation, they are fraught with dangers. Because of their size and weight, they can easily cause devastating roadway accidents. This makes it extremely important for truck drivers to be alert and ready to respond to changing road conditions and hazards. Unfortunately, many truck drivers are driving while fatigued and causing fatal accidents.
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Top 10 OSHA Violations of 2018
All workers are entitled to a reasonably safe workplace. No one should have to unnecessarily risk his or her life just to bring home a paycheck. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) works to inspect and investigate jobsites across the country to enforce safety protocols designed to prevent workplace accidents and save lives. Unfortunately, many employers fail to comply with OSHA’s safety regulations. According to OSHA, these are the top 10 violations of 2018.
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Why The Texas Construction Industry Is So Dangerous
There are many things about Texas that makes the state unique. In addition to being known as a business-friendly state, Texas is also home to a booming construction industry that employs thousands of Texan workers. Unfortunately, the construction boom came with substantial risks.
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Types of Burn Injuries
Most people have suffered a burn injury in their lives. Injuries like sunburns or blisters from accidentally touching a hot pan are extremely common and usually heal on their own without medical treatment. However, there are other types of more serious burn injuries that can cause permanent damage and even death.
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5 Most Dangerous Distractions For Drivers
Most people are well aware of the dangers of distracted driving, but that doesn’t stop them from engaging in distracting behaviors. The Houston distracted driving accident attorneys at Dax F. Garza, P.C. see injuries from distracted driving accidents all too often, and we have identified five of the most dangerous distractions for drivers.
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Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Large trucks are crucial to the transportation industry. Most people don’t go a single day without buying or using something that spent time being transported by an 18-wheeler. Although these vehicles are integral to our transportation industry, they do pose serious risks on the roadways. As experienced personal injury lawyers, we have seen firsthand how dangerous truck accidents can be.
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