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…
Losing a loved one can be extremely trying. Not only are you dealing with the emotional loss of a friend or family member, but you’ll also likely have to handle a variety of responsibilities in order to get your loved one to their final resting place. When a funeral home or mortuary acts negligently and slips-up in their operations, the effects can be…
