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How do you detect carbon monoxide in the air?

Posted on July 16, 2019July 11, 2022

We measure length with a ruler, weight with a scale, and temperature with a thermometer, but how do you measure for the colorless, odorless, tasteless, and extremely toxic gas – carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a common compound produced by burning fuels, and it can be lethal to humans and pets who inhale too […]

High-risk groups: who’s most at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning?

Posted on July 12, 2019April 20, 2023

Carbon monoxide (also known by its chemical formula “CO”) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating gas produced by burning fuels. When a person inhales it, CO binds to the hemoglobin in the blood and rapidly cuts off the body’s oxygen supply. Acute poisoning can kill a person in minutes. Toxicologists consider CO one of […]

Will futuristic wearables prevent workplace accidents?

Posted on July 10, 2019July 11, 2022

Every year, thousands of construction workers nationwide, including Texas, seek financial assistance through the workers’ compensation systems of their states. They work in a hazardous industry, and workplace accidents are almost par for the course. Now, futuristic wearables for different purposes are being developed to prevent many work-related injuries while also focused on increasing profitability and […]

The cost of a spinal cord injury? $1 million or more

Posted on July 10, 2019July 11, 2022

A serious spinal cord injury usually results in lifelong complications. You won’t be able to earn a living as you did before (if you can work at all), and you will likely need medical care the rest of your life. As you adjust to the physical and emotional aspects of your condition, you may begin […]

Recovering from the loss of a limb

Posted on July 9, 2019July 11, 2022

The loss of a limb is unquestionably tragic. While you may have heard inspiring stories of people who have lost arms or legs and have gone on to achieve great athletic feats, the reality is that those who lose limbs face day-to-day struggles with routine tasks. When you suffer the amputation of an arm, a […]

Victim sues Aldi over alleged defective products

Posted on June 26, 2019July 11, 2022

Going grocery shopping is a routine errand for most people, and shoppers might not even think twice about what they are purchasing. After all, consumers rely on stores and manufacturers to provide only safe and effective products. When people in Texas are seriously injured by dangerous and defective products, they deserve help addressing their injuries. […]

Breathing problems for spinal cord injury victims

Posted on June 20, 2019July 11, 2022

A spinal cord injury is a life-changing event. While research is constantly exploring new ways for victims of these injuries to regenerate nerves or regain some mobility, so far there is no cure for a spinal cord injury. The higher on the spine the injury occurs, the greater the suffering and loss of function. If […]

21-year-old Dillon Trevino killed in fatal car crash

Posted on June 18, 2019July 11, 2022

The Wyatt Law Firm imparts our deepest sympathy to the victims of a fatal crash this past Saturday morning. Dillon Rene Trevino (21) was killed early June 15 after a speeding truck rear-ended the Pontiac in which he was riding. The Pontiac sat stopped at a red light on Southwest Military Drive when the speeding […]

Supermarket chain Aldi facing defective products lawsuit

Posted on June 14, 2019July 11, 2022

Aldi is a popular supermarket chain that originated overseas, yet has numerous locations in Texas and elsewhere around the country. The chain is known for its unconventional methods for keeping costs low, such as not providing bags for groceries and charging a quarter to “rent” a shopping cart. The stores’ selection of international and organic […]

Boeing beset by lawsuits in wake of fatal 737 Max crashes

Posted on June 10, 2019July 11, 2022

Boeing is facing numerous lawsuits, investigations, and huge losses after two of its 737 Max airplanes crashed within a five-month span. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grounded Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 airplanes immediately following an Ethiopian Airlines crash this past March. Boeing is still investigating and repairing a faulty system deemed responsible. Several airlines have […]