Personal Injury
Slips, Trips, and Falls In The Oilfield
Injuries caused by slips, trips, and falls in the oilfield are common, as oilfield workers often work long hours in challenging outdoor environments, increasing the likelihood of a slip or a trip. In fact, slips, trips, and falls are the third leading cause of injury in the upstream oil and gas industry. Slip and falls are also…
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Pedestrian and Cyclist Deaths Spike According To Federal Report
More U.S. pedestrians died last year than at any time over the past three decades according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s latest report, even as more motor vehicles come with advanced crash avoidance systems. The reported pedestrian death tally was 6,283 for 2018, representing a 3.4 percent increase over the previous year; and,…
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Commercial Truck Driver Drug and Alcohol Testing
While it is unlawful for anyone to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the federal law requires specific testing for commercial carriers, employers, and operators. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), along with the Department of Transportation (DOT), requires that persons subject to the commercial driver’s license (CDL)…
Continue readingTeenage Pedestrian Accidents
Sadly, a 14-year-old was recently killed trying to cross FM 1942 in Crosby, Texas. This teenage pedestrian accident comes just days after a 13-year-old girl was run over by a car in Harris County. Most people will be a pedestrian at some point in their lives, which means the safety of those walking on or…
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Transocean Drilling Rig Resumes Operation After Seaman Crush Injury
An offshore worker was caught between a rail and a 1,400-kilogram steel adapter while employees were preparing a semi-submersible Transocean drilling rig for severe weather. The oil rig contractor, Suncor, undertook a joint investigation with rig owner Transocean, which identified hazards associated with lifting equipment and operations as the root causes of the incident. A…
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Who Is Responsible For Amusement Park Injuries?
During our hot Texas summers that seem to last year-round, you can find families having a good time on a lazy river, at the go-kart track, or at an amusement park. An amusement park is a commercial location with rides, games, food, and other attractions for the entertainment of its patrons. A theme park is…
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Houston Daycare Injuries
Babies and small children get hurt due to many different causes. All too often, daycare negligence is to blame for a child’s injury or even death. Nearly one in four children under the age of five regularly attends daycare, creating a potentially catastrophic situation if Texas facilities are not appropriately regulated and held accountable in the event…
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Do I Have To See The Company Doctor For An IME?
After a worker is injured in an on-the-job accident, the first and most important thing to do is seek out and receive appropriate medical attention. In some cases, the insurance carrier, your employer, or another party involved in your occupational injury may request you visit an independent physician to evaluate your injuries in an examination…
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How to Prevent Back Pain at Work
No matter the type of job you have, the majority of workers (even the most sedentary) are at risk for suffering back pain at work. In fact, the financial cost to businesses due to employee lower back pain is more than $100 billion per year, including missed work totaling 264 million lost days annually. Whether…
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Two Children Critical After 18-Wheeler Crash on Katy Freeway
Two children, ages three and eight, remain in critical condition following a major crash with an 18-wheeler on the Katy Freeway. The children were riding in a Dodge pickup truck whose driver failed to control their speed; the pickup slammed into a disabled car on the freeway in the early morning hours. The pickup was…
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