Workplace Accidents Archives

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 […]

Just part of the job? Oilfield accidents in the Texas Permian Basin

Posted on June 4, 2019July 11, 2022

The Texas Permian Basin, currently one of the most productive oil fields in the world, is also one of the most accident-prone regions in the oil and gas industry. In 2014, Texas had the most oil and gas-related fatalities in the nation, the majority of which occurred in the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale […]

What is fatigued driving, and why don’t I hear about it?

Posted on June 3, 2019April 20, 2023

Did you know that fatigued driving causes over 100,000 accidents every year? Even worse, researchers believe the known figures of fatigue-related accidents are likely underreported. Trucking accident researcher Ronald Knipling (p. 160) has noted that “in-depth investigations consistently uncover about three fatigue-related crashes for every one designated by the police”[1]. The personal injury lawyers at Wyatt […]

Heavy equipment causes many severe workplace accidents

Posted on April 19, 2019July 11, 2022

Construction workers in San Antonio and across Texas face an endless list of safety hazards, many of which are life-threatening. Safety authorities say some of the most significant workplace accidents involve bulldozers, cranes, front loaders, excavators, dump trucks and other heavy equipment. It is not only the operators that risk severe injuries, but also those […]

Workplace accidents: Man dead after being trapped by forklift

Posted on March 8, 2019July 11, 2022

Forklifts are widely used in many companies throughout Texas and around the country. Whether in manufacturing areas or warehousing units, the machines are invaluable when workers need to lift and move heavy materials. Unfortunately, workplace accidents are inevitable when using forklifts. While most of these incidents involve damaged goods or minor injuries, some can take a […]

Workplace accidents: Lead exposure led to OSHA citations

Posted on February 18, 2019July 11, 2022

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration received complaints about lead exposure at a gun range in Texas. The agency endeavors to prevent workplace accidents and injuries or illnesses, and it launched the National Emphasis Program on Lead to address excessive exposure in workplaces. Employers must monitor and address workplace hazards that could threaten the safety […]

Workers exposed to higher chance of workplace accidents and more

Posted on January 23, 2019July 11, 2022

Texas workers have right to work in an environment that is reasonably safe, no matter what type of job they have or industry they work in. When employers fail in their responsibility to keep workers safe by enforcing safety measures, provide training and take other steps, it can lead to a higher chance of workplace accidents […]

Workplace accidents more prevalent in unsafe environments

Posted on December 26, 2018July 11, 2022

The unsafe work environments in the meat industry, particularly poultry processing plants, have been frequent subjects of discussion. A recent report indicated that U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to launch an investigation into allegations of unsafe conditions for workers at a poultry plant in the Texas city of Bryan. This […]

New data should increase understanding of workplace accidents

Posted on November 1, 2018July 11, 2022

Employers in Texas and throughout the country are expected to provide safe environments for their workers at their job sites. Government and industry standards are often rigorous, depending on the type of business. Unfortunately, even with these standards, workplace accidents still routinely occur. To better understand the types and frequencies of accidents and how to […]

Just like workplace accidents, chemical exposure is compensable

Posted on October 3, 2018July 11, 2022

Workers in the petrochemical and the oil and gas industries in Texas are typically exposed to multiple safety hazards. Employers must inform employees of all the risks they will face, and although potential workplace accidents involving physical injuries might be covered in safety talks and training, chemical hazards do not always receive the deserved attention. […]