Forklifts are an extremely part of the workplace for many companies, especially at ports and warehouses. But they are also incredibly dangerous. They carry thousands of pounds and weigh quite a lot themselves. Injuries from the machines can be truly devastating. If you’re a temporary worker who was hurt in a forklift accident, you still…
If you are working in the oilfields outside of Big Spring, it’s likely that several companies are working on the same lease. They are side-by-side and rely on each other’s equipment in many circumstances. This means that determining liability can get complicated quickly after you are hurt. Whether the claim is a workers’ compensation claim,…
Texas City has a lot of 18-wheeler traffic in and around the Port of Galveston, chemical plants, and other industrial sites. If a semi hit your vehicle, the injuries can be truly catastrophic. When it happens, the trucking company will go quickly to defense mode. They will deploy rapid response teams that may mean the…
Premises liability claims can lead to very serious injuries. Often these are from preventable hazards while in stores, at work, or even in residential properties. Each type of property has unique risks that may have contributed to your fall. Your rights depend on your legal status while visiting the property, and other unique factors based…
Working with industrial machinery can be incredibly dangerous. Refineries, warehouses, construction sites, and much more involve heavy machines that can do significant damage. The risk of catastrophic injuries is very high, including the risk of amputation. Whether it is a finger or an entire limb, amputation is a permanent injury that can affect the rest…
Crane accidents can be incredibly devastating, or even fatal. Cranes are a frequent staple of large petrochemical plants and construction sites throughout Texas. When something goes wrong with one, you may suffer incredibly painful, debilitating, and expensive injuries. When this happens, a personal injury lawsuit or workers’ compensation claim may help you seek the compensation…
If you were injured offshore or on a vessel near Baytown, you may wonder what rights you have to seek compensation. You’re likely even aware that the law can be different for you, as you may be subject to maritime law rather than state law. If maritime workers are hurt, federal maritime law under the…
Slip and fall accidents can be devastating to your health and your finances. Broken bones and traumatic brain injuries, among others, could lead to significant medical costs and hospital bills. If you fell while on another person’s property, the cause of the accident could impact the compensation you are owed. Proving who was at fault…
Refineries in Texas City can be dangerous places to work. Determining who is responsible for your injuries can also be very complex, as many different contractors work on the site. You may work for a contractor, or be an employee of the refinery itself. This distinction can matter, and is based not only on your…
A serious injury at the BASF plant in Freeport can be devastating. It can result in months of medical appointments and significant pain. You also face pressures from insurance adjusters who want to take statements and negotiate with you, all before you even know the full extent of your harm. These efforts are often on…
