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Signs of a concussion you might not expect

Posted on December 4, 2020July 11, 2022

People who are involved in a car wreck can suffer from a concussion, even if they don’t hit their head. Some individuals might not realize that this is possible unless it happens to them. There are some unusual symptoms you should watch for if there is a chance that you suffered a head injury during […]

Many trucking crashes are preventable

Posted on December 3, 2020July 16, 2023

20 Tips for Preventing a Truck Accident in Texas Many trucking crashes are preventable. Any type of motor vehicle accident can be horrific, but commercial trucking collisions are often among the worst crashes that occur. Truck crashes can cause the destruction of a vehicle and catastrophic injury to the human body. Like crashes involving passenger […]

Emergency treatment is critical for head injuries

Posted on December 2, 2020July 11, 2022

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is every bit as serious as it sounds, with the most severe cases resulting in permanent disability or even death. But not every TBI is immediately obvious. If you’ve experienced a blow to the head, it’s critical to receive immediate medical care – even if you don’t instantly suspect a […]

Holiday gifts and safety: A reminder to be cautious with your purchases

Posted on November 24, 2020July 11, 2022

As you start your holiday shopping, it’s wise to remember that you don’t always get what you pay for. Defective toys, cookware and hobby products are everywhere — and some of the most dangerous ones may be on your list. How can you protect your loved ones from dangerous or defective products? One of the […]

Oil and gas transportation risky for Texas drivers

Posted on November 13, 2020July 11, 2022

Whether you travel on rural roads or on major highways, there’s a good chance that you occasionally cross paths with oil or gas transportation trucks. These massive vehicles, sometimes referred to as tankers, allow for the quick and controlled transportation of either crude or refined petroleum products without the risks and set-up costs inherent in […]

Returning to work is unlikely after many spinal cord injuries

Posted on November 4, 2020July 11, 2022

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets standards that employers must follow so that people who have disabilities are able to earn a living. While this is a positive factor for many individuals, there’s a chance that it won’t help those who suffer spinal cord injuries. A team of experts in the disability employment field […]

How parents can keep their kids safer this Halloween

Posted on October 26, 2020July 11, 2022

There is no doubt about it — Halloween 2020 is going to be different from celebrations in previous years. But you don’t have to let the kids down by not allowing trick-or-treating. But the fact remains that children have twice the risk of getting killed in a traffic accident on Halloween as they do on […]

An unexpected way a crash-related brain injury changes you

Posted on October 22, 2020July 11, 2022

Brain injuries are some of the worst possible injuries a person can suffer in a car accident. Some brain injuries are so severe they leave a person on life support indefinitely, while others can affect anything from motor function and balance to memory and cognitive function. Individuals with mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) […]

18-Wheeler Jackknife In Texas

Posted on October 22, 2020July 11, 2022

18-wheeler crashes are an unfortunate reality for Texas drivers each day. Case Details In February 2020, a Border Patrol agent was traveling on FM 3338 in Webb County, Texas. A defendant driver was operating a Freightliner tractor-trailer in the opposite direction at 74.5 mph in a 45-mph construction zone approaching a curve. As a […]

What happens after you buy a defective product?

Posted on October 19, 2020July 11, 2022

When you see something exciting and new on the shelf at the store, whether it’s a food product that includes some of your favorite ingredients or a gadget that promises to streamline your daily life, you probably assume that the product has met rigorous quality control standards and does what the manufacturer purports that it […]