Houston Accident News

Who Is Liable in a Texas Trucking Accident?

What Are the Most Common Truck Accident Injuries?

If you have been involved in a car rash, you probably understand what to expect from insurance companies and the other driver. However, truck accidents are an entirely different type of case.  Because of the large size of commercial trucks, resulting injuries are often much more complicated and severe than typical car accidents.   Common Injuries in Semi-Truck Accidents When a passenger car collides with a large truck, a vehicle that weighs anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 pounds is being hit by a [...]

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Legal Options for Houston Oil Field Workers Injured on the Job

Who Can You Sue for Oilfield Accident Injuries?

When you are injured on the job due to an oil rig explosion or accident, there are a few options to take when seeking financial compensation for your injuries. The most common way is to file for worker’s compensation. Workers’ comp in Texas can provide benefits that cover medical bills and a portion of your lost income.  However, as many know too well, these benefits are often not enough to meet the needs of those who have suffered from life-changing [...]

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What Should I Do Right After a Houston Car Wreck?

What Should I Do Right After a Houston Car Wreck?

There are some important things that you must do following a Houston car wreck: Seek Medical Attention Immediately After a Crash If you have been injured in a car crash, you need to assess all injuries and determine if anyone involved needs an ambulance. In many cases, individuals will experience a rush of adrenaline following a car crash and will not feel the full extent of their injuries right away. Staying safe following a car wreck is your priority, so any [...]

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Damages in a Clear Lake Trucking Accident Case

Truck Drivers Have a Duty to Properly Secure Loads

When a truck driver gets behind the wheel of a big rig, they have an array of responsibilities. One of the most crucial of these responsibilities is to properly secure the trucks’ load. A shifting load during transit may not only damage the cargo but can also result in uneven weight distribution — making the massive vehicle extremely unsafe. Shifting loads are a contributing factor to nearly one-third of all commercial vehicle wrecks reports nationwide.  Truckers Responsibility to Secure the [...]

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Should I File a Police Report After a Houston Car Wreck?

Should I File a Police Report After a Houston Car Wreck?

A serious crash can happen in a matter of seconds, and when it does, it can one of the most traumatic experiences of your life. The majority of traffic collisions are minor, but others result in severe or life-threatening injuries. If you were injured in a Houston car accident, you may be entitled to lost compensation for your damages.  Should I File a Police Report? After a car accident, you should file a police report, regardless of who is at fault [...]

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What Can a Houston Oil Field Injury Attorney Do for Me?

Slips, Trips, and Falls in Houston Oilfield Accidents

Injuries resulting from slips, trips, and falls in the oilfield industry are extremely common because oilfield workers are often required to work long hours in difficult outdoor environments. This greatly increases the chances of a serious slip or a trip. Slips, trips, and falls are the third-leading contributor to injuries in the upstream oil and gas field. Slips and falls are also the leading cause of lost workdays in all industries. The overwhelming majority of OSHA citations are issued [...]

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Factors to Consider When Pursuing a Personal Injury Claim

Factors to Consider When Pursuing a Personal Injury Claim

Liability The primary factor that should be analyzed is the liability for the accident. This is a significant component of any personal injury claim, and violations of rules or laws can be persuasive evidence.  If you looking to retain a Houston personal injury attorney, you should be prepared to say what the argued party did wrong. If there are serious damages, a wrongful death case may also be available to recover lost compensation. However, just as the actions of the defendant [...]

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Filing a Wrongful Death Suit After the Loss of Loved One

Filing a Wrongful Death Suit After the Loss of Loved One

Car crashes are extremely common, and fortunately, most are minor. However, some car wrecks are serious and result in life-changing injuries, disabilities, or fatalities. There were 33,05 deadly car accidents in 2018 resulting in 3,642 deaths in Texas. In such cases, negligent drivers who caused the deadly accident can be held financially responsible for the resulting damages and fatalities.  Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim? Many people experience pure devastation resulting from the loss of a loved one. However, under [...]

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What Should I Do After Being Injured in a Houston Uber Accident?

What Should I Do After Being Injured in a Houston Uber Accident?

Rideshare services are a great way to get around. There are more than 103 million Uber users and four million drivers across in more than 700 cities across the country. There are even other rideshare companies, like Lyft. With the growing popularity of rideshares, it is natural that there would be more collisions involving Uber drivers. If you were injured in a Houston Uber accident, you may be able to recover compensation for your damages. A qualified Uber accident [...]

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Legal Options for Houston Oil Field Workers Injured on the Job

Types of Injuries in Houston Refinery Explosions

There are hundreds of injuries that a refinery worker can suffer in the event of a workplace explosion or fire. Because there is almost an infinite number of injuries, it is simpler to categorize explosion injuries based on their physical mechanism. Our team of Houston personal injury attorneys at Connolly Law has compiled a list of the most common Houston refinery explosion injuries.  Blast Injuries A worker can be hurled several feet into the air in a refinery explosion. In addition [...]

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