Workplace Injuries
Injured My Back at Work, Now What?
I injured my back at work, what’s next? We are! As your personal injury attorneys, we can help file your claim, gather evidence, & represent your interests. Back injuries are serious. They cause endless pain and suffering, they keep you away from work for extended periods of time, and they require regular medical treatment and…
Read More4 Important Steps in the Workplace Injury Claim Process
Filing a workplace injury claim is the first step towards easing a great deal of emotional suffering for the victim of an accident. There is often no way to avoid much of the mental and physical suffering caused by injuries. However, it’s always possible to take some of the stress and confusion out of filing your claim.…
Read MoreOSHA Construction Safety 101
OSHA has standards and regulations for all employers, no matter what industry they’re a part of. There are, however, a few sectors considered more dangerous than most. For these, OSHA has created industry-specific safety standards all employers must follow. One such industry is construction. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 4 percent of…
Read More4 Services a Texas Construction Site Accident Attorney Provides
Accidents, by their very nature, happen unexpectedly. They often prove to be traumatic and can cause great upheaval in an individual’s life. Construction accidents can be especially life-changing. If you or someone in your family has been involved in one of these accidents, engaging a Texas construction site accident attorney may be the best course…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Not Hiring a Workplace Injury Attorney
Though it is possible to handle your own workplace injury claim, the truth of the matter is that it’s really not in your best interest. If you want to ensure that you have the best chance at paying your medical bills, recouping your lost income, and retaining your job, then hiring a workplace injury attorney is a…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in a Workplace Accident Attorney
When you’ve been hurt on the job, you’re likely due compensation for your medical bills, the income you’ve lost, and more. This could be through workers’ compensation coverage or you may need to file an injury claim against your employer, coworker, or other third party who caused your accident. To determine the best form of…
Read More6 Common Ways Companies Ignore OSHA Construction Safety Standards
OSHA construction safety standards are set forth in hundreds of rules and regulations intended to help keep workers and employers safe all across the United States. Not all employers follow these regulations, however, and injuries occur regularly, especially in the construction sector. According to OSHA statistics, 5,250 workers died on the job in 2018. That’s…
Read More3 Reasons Why You Did Not Get a Medical Claim Settlement
Medical Claim Settlement A medical claim settlement is a difficult case and there may be numerous reasons why you did not receive the settlement you thought you deserved. Here are 3 reasons. Medicine is expensive. Most cannot afford medical care out of pocket. So, our medical system depends on insurance to help pay the bill.…
Read MoreHow to Choose an Attorney for a Workplace Injury Accident
Do you know how to choose an attorney for a workplace injury accident? Even if you’re not filing a legal claim against your employer, the workplace injury lawyer you choose plays a big role in how you cope with an on-the-job accident. They can ensure you keep your job and see to it that you’re…
Read More5 Things Not to Talk About After a Workplace Accident
Between medical bills, the inability to work, and losing out on income, getting hurt on the job can be frustrating, but these frustrations are usually alleviated by workers’ compensation, which will cover your medical bills and provide income while your body heals. However, workers’ compensation is only available if you proceed cautiously; according to workplace accident…
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