Some types of injuries are far worse than others. A catastrophic injury is so severe that it causes permanent medical complications. Brain injuries, amputations, crush injuries and spinal cord injuries are all frequently catastrophic. They cause permanent changes to...
Oilfield jobs are known for high pay and high risk. But when someone suffers an amputation or crush injury, no paycheck is worth it. These injuries are life-altering. You may never work again in the same way – or at all. When safety breaks down, it’s not just an...
If you were involved in a crash over the holidays, you’re not alone. Traffic collisions increase significantly this time of year – especially in the days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. In fact, in one survey, Houston was ranked second only to Los Angeles in the...
The aftermath of a car crash is often overwhelming and stressful. One likely point of stress is dealing with insurance companies. It is important to remember that insurance companies are businesses with a primary focus on their financial bottom line. While they...
Summer is a time for road trips, vacations, and sunny drives, but it also comes with its own set of dangers. In Houston, Texas, the combination of high temperatures, increased traffic, and vacationing drivers can lead to a spike in car accidents. If you find yourself...
Many people become a bit nervous in traffic when they notice a semi-truck approaching rapidly. These large vehicles can cause some of the worst crashes reported on modern roads. Some of those crashes are truly accidents in the sense that no one party involved could...
Accidents happen all the time. If you are hurt as a result of another person’s mistake, you may be eligible for compensation for your damages. However, pretty much every personal injury case involves the legal concept of negligence. Negligence is the idea that an...
It is remarkably easy for people to downplay a slip-and-fall accident. Many Houston residents may think of a slip-and-fall, especially if it is a fall on level ground, to be little more than something that is embarrassing or that causes some soreness for a few days....
The days of people spending Saturdays washing their cars are long gone. Most now take them to a carwash. Yet, doing it yourself gives you vital information about the mechanical state of your vehicle. Mechanical faults can lead to crashes. For instance, if your wheel...
Riding a motorcycle is truly one of life’s special pleasures. But, the roads around Houston are crazy, which means riding is extremely dangerous. And, because of the lack of protection available to motorcyclists, motorcycle accidents are often fatal or have serious...