Home improvement injuries increase during the winter months. Home Improvement Injuries in Winter: When Are Contractors or Homeowners Liable in Texas? February in Texas often brings cooler weather. Many people spend more time indoors and decide it is the perfect time to start home projects. Some take on small…
Carpooling to work is growing in popularity. What Happens If You’re Injured While Carpooling to Work in Texas? Key Takeaway:If you’re injured while carpooling in Texas, you may have the right to file a claim, and liability may involve one or more drivers or insurance policies. Carpooling to work…
Construction sites have unique hazards in January. Cold Weather Construction Accidents in Texas: Who’s Liable When Jobs Resume After the Holidays? Returning to work after the holidays can be tough. Schedules change, workloads increase, and crews must adjust quickly. For construction workers, January also brings cold-weather risks. Texas may…
Injuries at work events may be covered under workers’ compensation. Are Injuries at Company Events Considered Work-Related? Key Takeaway:You may be able to file a claim if you’re injured at a company-sponsored event that is considered work-related under Texas workers’ compensation rules. Company-sponsored New Year’s events are meant to…
Injuries can happen if event organizers or other volunteers are careless. Am I Eligible to File a Claim If I’m Injured While Volunteering? Key Takeaway:Yes — you may be able to sue a volunteer organization if you’re injured, but only when negligence can be proven. Volunteering at a toy…
Farm equipment can cause serious injuries. Farm Safety in Texas: Preventing Tractor and Harvest Season Injuries September marks the peak of harvest season in Texas. For many farmers, this is the most rewarding part of the year—long days of hard work finally paying off in crops and income. But…
OSHA’s Safe and Sound Week is held every year in August. Outdoor Workers and the Texas Heat: Your Rights During OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week August in Texas is notorious for extreme heat, and outdoor workers like construction crews, landscapers, and utility employees face some of the toughest conditions.…
Learn when you can file a claim for a heart attack in Texas. Heart Attacks: When Can You File a Claim? It’s the month of love – it’s also American Heart Month. Have you asked how your heart is lately? Maybe check if a twinge of pain has been…
Carbon monoxide injures over 100,000 people every year. Cold Weather and Carbon Monoxide: A Hidden Danger in the Winter Months This winter, while you’re bundling up in layers to stay warm, consider wrapping yourself in a bundle of knowledge, too—especially about the hidden risks that come with staying cozy.…
Extreme cold can create a hazard for workers and event attendees. Frostbite and Hypothermia: Legal Considerations for Injuries in Extreme Cold Victims of hypothermia or frostbite injuries may be able to recover medical bills and missed work compensation in Texas. As winter storms sweep across Texas, workers and other…
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