During the fourth weekend of March, violent hailstorms struck Houston and the surrounding counties leaving significant damage. In Fort Bend County, one of the counties surrounding the greater Houston area, a solar farm was significantly damaged by golf ball size hail. According to ABC 13, a local news station, testing is being conducted around the…
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When it comes to personal injury claims, the topic of pre-existing conditions is often surrounded by misconceptions and myths. Many people mistakenly believe that having a pre-existing condition automatically disqualifies them from receiving compensation for injuries sustained in an accident. However, the truth is far more nuanced and favors the injured party more than commonly…
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How Veterans Can Get the Compensation They Deserve What Happened? Imagine dedicating years of your life to serving your country, being face-to-face with battle and combat zones. Then, after returning home, you started noticing that your hearing is limited, and you’re experiencing other symptoms, too. This is the harsh reality many veterans and service members…
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Workplace falls are a common cause of both severe injuries and death. OSHA has regulations in place regarding fall protection to protect workers. OSHA Standard 1910.28(b)(1)(i) sets a four-foot standard for general workplaces and OSHA Standard 1926.501(b)(1) sets a six-foot standard for construction workplaces. In both workplaces, fall protection is essential to ensure the safety…
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Car manufacturers, like Ford and GM, are tracking drivers’ behavior through internet-connected vehicles. The data is provided to data brokers, including LexisNexis and Verisk, which create “consumer disclosure reports” on individuals that insurance companies can access. The consumer reports do not show where a driver has traveled but do include information on length of trips…
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Dram Shop Laws are laws that impose civil liability for the overservice of alcohol on bar and restaurant establishments who are licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. These laws vary from state to state. In the state of Texas, Dram Shop laws hold bars and restaurants who serve alcohol liable if there was service of alcohol…
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In 2022, there were 73 work-related deaths involving forklifts. Between 2021 and 2022, there were 24,960 forklift accidents. Of those, 15,480 cases involved workers who had to miss work or were otherwise unable to work the same. The incident rate of injuries and deaths involving forklifts is simply too high. Forklifts put some of our…
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In the complex world of logistics and transportation, freight brokers play a critical and often misunderstood role. These essential middlemen act as the liaison between shippers who need to transport good and carriers that offer the transportation service. However, with their position in the supply chain, freight brokers are subject to a variety of regulations…
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