A daycare is accused of allowing a preschooler to eat fish sticks despite having knowledge that she has a severe food allergy. The 3-year-old’s mother says her daughter was given fish sticks twice in a span of four months. The family has filed a suit against the daycare. According to the lawsuit, the second time…
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Texas boasts vast highways and extensive road networks, vital for its bustling economy and growing population. However, behind Texas’ infrastructure expansion lies a sobering reality: its road construction workers face the highest fatality rate in the nation. This troubling statistic raises urgent concerns about contractor accountability for accidents in the state. Over a span of…
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On February 15, 2024, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a recall on about 500 units of BRS and BULin Liquid Fuel Bottles. Consumers were told to immediately stop using the recalled fuel bottles and place them out of reach of children. The retailer, WAOLi, of China, is willing to refund consumers, as…
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Not long ago, a man named Ricky Jackson was charged with racing on a highway that led to 9-year-old Olivia Mendez being killed. Jackson was racing his orange Dodge Challenger and going well over the speed limit when he ran into Mendez’s family vehicle, causing 9-year-old Olivia Mendez to be ejected. It was later reported…
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On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, a vehicle crashed into the emergency room waiting area of St. David’s North Austin Medical Center. The vehicle struck a large aquarium tank in the lobby, which investigators believe absorbed some of the resulting impact and helped save lives. Investigators did not share details about the speed of the vehicle….
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Maritime law is a specific body of law governing activities at sea, and it provides protections for individuals working aboard ships and other vessels. One of the most important concepts in safeguarding the rights of these workers is the doctrine of seaworthiness. Here are a few tips from a maritime lawyer in Houston, TX, on…
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Understanding Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Claims When Workers’ Compensation is Involved Losing a loved one or suffering a catastrophic injury from a workplace accident is a devastating experience that can result in tremendous losses. In addition to suffering physically and emotionally, you and your family may find yourselves in a precarious financial situation due…
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Working in the petrochemical industry poses various dangers to workers due to the hazardous nature of the materials and processes involved. One of the primary risks is exposure to toxic chemicals, which can lead to serious health issues such as respiratory problems, skin irritation, and even long-term illnesses like cancer. Additionally, the potential for fires,…
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