Stephen Stewart
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Are Employers Responsible for Employee Injuries in Texas?
As employees, our work is more than just a paycheck—it’s a foundation for our lives and our families. When a workplace injury disrupts that foundation, it can feel overwhelming. Whether an employer is responsible for your injury in Texas depends…
Summertime Injury Prevention Tips
Summer is only a few months away, and for kids, that means it’s time for some fun in the sun. What kid doesn’t look forward all year to swimming at the pool, playing ball at the park, or riding their…
Injured by a Drunk Truck Driver in Texas? Here’s Your Guide
Being involved in a truck accident is terrifying. But when the truck driver is under the influence, it adds another layer of injustice and frustration. Texas takes a firm stance against drunk driving, especially when it results in injury. At…
5 Playground Hazards to Avoid
For children, playgrounds are entertainment havens meant for adventure and recreation. Now that it’s summer, playgrounds are the place to be for energetic kids and their attentive parents. However, while playgrounds are built with good intentions, poor maintenance and a…
Rainy Day Boating Tips
For many people, boating is a way of life and a relaxing sojourn into nature. However, this isn’t the safest hobby when weather conditions turn sour; in fact, best safety practices indicate that it’s preferable to stay off the water…
How Big a Problem Is Fatigue in the Trucking Industry?
You’ve probably seen warnings about the dangers of drunk driving or texting while driving. But one very dangerous practice that you won’t see on as many billboards is drowsy driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that in 2017,…
Why Some Truck Drivers Rely on Drugs or Alcohol
A recent study released by the State University of Londrina, Brazil, examined the substance abuse of truck drivers from countries around the world. America, with its massive amounts of land freight moved annually (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates…
Death in the Ambulance: When Is the EMT to Fault?
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) have quite a challenging job. EMTs are first responders who are responsible for arriving at the scene of an injury to assess and delay the damage done, while attempting to prevent the injuries from furthering. For…
Cervical Herniated Disc Injuries After a Car Accident in Austin, Texas
Car accidents in Austin, Texas, can lead to various injuries, but one of the most painful and disruptive is a cervical herniated disc. Victims commonly experience significant pain, reduced mobility, and a lengthy recovery process. At The Stewart Law Firm,…
