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Canary in the Coal Mine: Professions Prone to Carbon Monoxide Exposure

Posted on September 2, 2021July 11, 2022

In the early 1900s, miners carried canary birds into the mines with them as poison testers. At the time, no available instruments could detect carbon monoxide (CO) – a lethal, tasteless, odorless, invisible, flammable gas. However, if the canary stopped singing or perished from CO exposure, miners knew to evacuate. Canaries have since become ingrained […]

Tips For Driving In San Antonio

Posted on September 1, 2021July 18, 2022

Driving in San Antonio can be a lovely experience. Whether you are traveling for work, school, or pleasure, there are scenic streets that everyone needs to visit at least once. However, like any street with multiple drivers, there are areas in San Antonio that are highly congested or dangerous. At Wyatt Law Firm, we want […]

Semi-Truck Accidents: How Can a Lawyer Help You Afterward?

Posted on August 27, 2021July 18, 2022

A semi-truck and its trailer can make for a very dangerous combination for other drivers and their passengers. These can become behemoths that can weigh more than 25 times the heavier cars on the road when these trucks are carrying a full load. They take up more than their share of room on the road […]

The Danger of Catastrophic Well Blowouts

Posted on August 18, 2021July 11, 2022

Beneath the crisscrossing latticework of an oil derrick, the threat of catastrophic well failure always looms. Perhaps the most feared of all oilfield accidents is the unanticipated well blowout, which can have catastrophic, deadly consequences. Many different oil workers across Texas put themselves at risk every day they go to work. They put their health […]

What Do I Need for an Initial Consultation With a Truck Accident Attorney?

Posted on June 30, 2021July 18, 2022

After a truck accident, you might be dealing with injuries, medical treatment, and other concerns. While you likely do not want to add anything to your plate, you should never wait to discuss a possible injury claim with a truck accident lawyer. An initial consultation is free, and the attorney can evaluate whether you have […]

Why You Need a Truck Accident Lawyer?

Posted on June 30, 2021April 20, 2023

Truck accident victims make the mistake of not contacting a truck accident lawyer. They assume that the truck company will handle all expenses and damages that result from an accident. While you might think that when a person is wrong, they will admit their wrongs and work to make it right, that is not always […]

Does laying a motorcycle down actually help minimize injuries?

Posted on April 15, 2021April 20, 2023

Some motorcycle riders will talk about how “laying the bike down” may be the only way to avoid a crash or minimize their injuries in a wreck. Exactly what this means from person to person may differ, but it’s generally just a way to tip the bike on the side and let it slide to […]

Crushing injuries: A life-threatening situation with lasting consequences

Posted on April 13, 2021July 11, 2022

Crushing injuries are possible in car crashes due to the heavy forces involved and the weight of the vehicles. Whether a vehicle rolls and crushes a person’s arm that was outside of the window or someone is thrown and trapped under a vehicle, these injuries have to be taken seriously. Emergency medical care is needed […]

Burn survivors may suffer from PTSD

Posted on April 12, 2021July 11, 2022

You may think that the effects of burns are strictly or mainly physical. That’s not always the case. People in Texas who have burn injuries can also be suffering from major, lasting psychological issues resulting from their burns. The pain and shock of being burned is often intense. The physical and emotional trauma of prolonged […]

The highly debilitating issue that can follow broken bones

Posted on April 9, 2021July 11, 2022

Many injuries you might suffer in a car crash could have lifelong consequences. Compared to a traumatic brain injury or a spinal cord injury, a broken bone in your arm or leg may not seem like a major concern. Obviously you want medical care for it, but you likely anticipate making a total recovery. For […]