A fully loaded semi-truck is typically more than 70 feet long and can weigh more than 80,000 pounds. One can only imagine the impact the size of these massive machines has when involved in collisions that lead to disastrous injuries as well as fatalities. In fact, according to crash statistics reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Texas had the highest…
A job provides us with financial security and a sense of contributing to society. Work is incredibly valuable and should always be compensated fairly, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. Employers can sometimes take advantage of their employees by either underpaying them, making them work overtime without properly compensating them, making them work through lunch, or by a variety of other…
We often see large commercial trucks on our highways and roads every day, so it may come as a surprise to many that the trucking industry is actually suffering from a record-level shortage of drivers. Currently, the demand for truckers is at an all-time high, but fewer people are willing to apply. The trucking industry is the backbone of the United States economy…
Losing someone you love is an intense and painful process to go through, and you expect that at least your deceased loved one will be laid to rest with the dignity and respect that they deserve. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. In 2018, a funeral home in Colorado sold body parts to educational and research organizations without the consent of the…
Sexual assault can be one of the most life-changing experiences an individual can deal with. Sexual assault survivors are often left with physical and emotional pain that can take years to only partially heal – if ever. While justice against the offender can come from prosecution through both criminal and civil courts, many survivors do not know that they can seek out further…
Involvement in a car or large truck accident can be an earth-shattering experience that affects various areas of your life and cost you thousands in damages. While most may want to rest, recover, or completely forget about the accident afterward, doing so may actually be more of a detriment to your circumstances. It’s no secret that a car or truck accident brings piles…
A person’s hard work is something that should always be valued and rewarded financially. Sometimes, in order to get ahead in a job or catch up on work, it’s necessary to work extra hours. However, that additional work deserves compensation. It is common knowledge that in Texas, workers are entitled to overtime pay after 40 hours of work. The Fair Labor Standards Act…
Virtually every state in the United States, requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance, usually set up either through a third party insurance carrier or through the employer’s self-insured program. Texas, however, isn’t one of them. While this may be beneficial to some, what about those that have been injured on the job and whose company doesn’t carry workers’ compensation? What are their…
We often think of slip and falls as minor accidents. Sometimes we may even find them to be somewhat amusing when it’s happening to someone else. The reality, however, is that a slip and fall accident is no laughing matter. In the United States, over 1 million people suffer from a slip and fall accident that requires emergency medical care. In fact out…
Being the victim of a crime can be one of the most terrifying experiences of your life. Not only do you face physical danger but you can also be affected by a lifetime of trauma and pain that can interfere with the everyday activities of your life. You deserve peace of mind for the agony you have undergone. If you have been the…
