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Is a defective warning responsible for your injuries?

Posted on April 4, 2018July 11, 2022

You would expect that a consumer could hold the manufacturer, distributor or seller of a product responsible for injuries that occur if the product is defective. You have likely seen the media coverage of igniting cellphone batteries, exploding airbags and toppling furniture. Consumers have the right to seek compensation when products cause them harm or […]

Chemical plant worker suffers catastrophic injuries in explosion

Posted on March 21, 2018July 11, 2022

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has strict safety regulations for all the different types of industries, and while each has unique hazards to address, some general rules cover all. One of those is the need for companies to provide the necessary safety training — especially to new employees. Too many catastrophic injuries are suffered […]

When doctors suspect you have a spinal cord injury

Posted on March 20, 2018July 11, 2022

A spinal cord injury can be one of the most devastating injuries you can suffer. This is why emergency responders to the accident in which you were involved likely took many precautions if they even suspected an injury to your back or neck. This may have included the use of a backboard and neck brace […]

Explosion and fire hinders search for worker

Posted on March 20, 2018July 11, 2022

On March 15, 2018, an explosion rocked the Tri-Chem Industries plant in Cresson, Texas. The subsequent fire continued to burn into the week end. The fire prevented the recovery of the body of a worker who is presumed dead. On Saturday, Cresson Mayor and Assistant Fire Chief Bob Cornett said “They’ve pulled everybody out. It’s […]

IIPPs effective tools in reducing workplace injuries

Posted on March 8, 2018July 11, 2022

Safety is an issue for workers in most industries throughout Texas and other states. Companies of all sizes want to reduce workplace injuries and accidents. Of course, this goal requires thoughtful planning and execution in order to be achievable. Safety experts recommend that all businesses have an injury prevention plan in place. Specifically, an Injury […]

Don’t try to move! It may only make matters worse

Posted on February 28, 2018April 20, 2023

Would you know what to do if you suffered a back injury in a fall, in a car crash, in a sporting event or from a violent act? As you lay on the ground or floor or sit in your vehicle, your first inclination may be to try to move. That may only worsen any […]

Defective products: Britax sued by CPSC over faulty strollers

Posted on February 22, 2018July 11, 2022

Children’s products have some of the most stringent safety regulations surrounding them. Parents in Texas and elsewhere around the nation pay close attention when news come out about defective products they may be using for their children. When reports of malfunctions and accidents occur, companies are typically quick to recall the products until the situations […]

Did your pilot pass the fitness checklist?

Posted on February 20, 2018July 11, 2022

You may have heard that flying is safer than driving and that the annual number of injuries and fatalities from plane crashes is much lower than the numbers from car accidents. You may also know that there are certain factors that can increase the danger for drivers, passengers and others on Texas highways. A driver […]

Building fires: Butler apartment complex blaze injures

Posted on February 6, 2018July 11, 2022

Millions of Texas residents live in apartment complexes across the state. Many of these facilities have multiple stories to accommodate a larger number of occupants. While the multi-level living arrangement doesn’t usually pose a problem, there could be difficulties in evacuating a facility like this when building fires occur. A recent fire at an apartment […]

A spinal cord injury affects more than just your ability to walk