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E-Logs May Help Prevent Truck Accidents
Drowsy driving is a consistent cause of many nighttime accidents, not the least of which involve truck drivers. Driving long hours, often through the night, can lead to extreme fatigue that may lead to dangerous accidents. However, electronic logging devices…
Understanding the 6 Different Types of OSHA Violations
OSHA violations fall into six main types: De Minimis, Other-than-Serious, Repeated, Failure to Abate Prior Violation, Serious, and Willful. These categories range from minor technical infractions with practically no risk of injury to intentional disregard for employee safety, which can…
Texas Car Accident Kills 2 Teens, Injures 2 Others
A car accident on West Parmer Lane in Cedar Park has resulted in the deaths of two high school teens and injuries to two others. The accident happened on Jan. 10 at about 9:30 p.m., when a 2011 Nissan traveling…
Defective Baby Products to Avoid
Baby stores sell hundreds of different baby products every day in the United States. However, not all of them are useful. Some can even pose a threat to the safety and health of infants and toddlers. While the U.S. Consumer…
What Are My Rights After a Work Injury in Texas?
After a work injury in Texas, you have the right to choose your doctor, maintain confidentiality regarding your claim, and seek legal counsel. Additionally, you are entitled to receive medical benefits and compensation for lost wages regardless of fault, income…
Drowsy Driving: One of the Main Causes of Auto Accidents
Unfortunately, negligence exists in many forms. Many situations result in innocent people just like you suffering harm because of someone else’s actions. Among those at the top of the list for causes of car accidents, many of them are the…
Auto Defects & Car Accident Claims
Not all car accidents in Texas are caused by reckless drivers. Sometimes, car accidents are the result of factors beyond the control of the driver, such as when defective brakes unexpectedly fail or when a faulty ignition switch turns off the vehicle…
Woman Dead After Texas Drunk Driving Accident
A backseat passenger was killed in an accident after a drunk driver slammed into the back of the car in which she was sitting. Police investigators reported that four people were riding in a Lexus on North Sam Houston Boulevard…
Can I File a Personal Injury Claim for Negligent Security?
Wherever you are, whether at home, at a restaurant, a friend’s house, or the gym, it is natural to want to feel safe and secure. Unfortunately, if a property does not maintain adequate security features, you might be at risk.…
