What to Do After a Dog Bite: Legal and Medical Essentials
Dog bites are often unexpected and can be a traumatic experience, leaving victims or their families unsure of what steps to take next. Whether it’s a bite from a stranger’s pet, a loose dog in the neighborhood, or even an animal you know – there are emotional and financial impacts and, in...
Airbag Injuries: What You Need to Know
Airbags, first conceptualized in the 1950s, became a mandatory safety feature in all vehicles to enhance passenger protection. The invention of the airbag is credited to John H. Hetrick, who designed it after he, his wife, and their young daughter were involved in a car accident in 1953. Hetrick’s “inflatable safety cushion”...
Electrical Injuries: From Defective Equipment to Unsafe Public Spaces
Electrical injuries occur when the body comes into contact with electricity, often through exposure to live wires, faulty wiring, defective equipment, or unsafe conditions in workplaces or public areas. These injuries commonly occur in construction sites, industrial facilities, shopping centers, or residential complexes where safety regulations may be neglected.
Top Causes of Scaffolding Injuries and What You Need to Know
A scaffold is a temporary structure made of metal, fiberglass, aluminum, or wooden planks. It provides a stable platform for workers to elevate themselves, materials, and equipment, allowing them to reach difficult, unsafe, and hard-to-reach areas.
Scaffolds are essential to many industries, such as:
The Importance of Informed Consent in Medical Procedures: A Case Study
Texas law grants patients the right to choose a treatment their healthcare provider recommends. This decision-making process, known as informed consent, ensures patients are fully aware of the risks, benefits, and alternatives before agreeing to a medical treatment or procedure. Failure to provide adequate information about the risks and benefits of a...
H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide Poisoning): Symptoms, Treatment, and Legal Rights
Pasadena, Deer Park, and Laporte, Texas, are cities that are home to numerous major industrial facilities, such as oil refineries, chemical plants, and petrochemical storage tanks. These cities are often known for their distinct and foul smell. During refining and chemical production, sulfuric compounds such as hydrogen sulfide (H2S), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and...
The Hidden Dangers of Refinery Work: From Minor Burns to Severe Injuries
The Gulf Coast boasts a uniquely rich blend of culture, history, and commerce, setting it apart from any other region in the United States. Known for its vibrant tourism, diverse cuisine, and pristine natural reserves, the area is also a powerhouse of economic activity. The immense oil and gas industry is at...
Pressure Sore Injuries: How an Attorney Can Make a Difference in Your Case
When we entrust our loved ones to hospitals, nursing homes, or rehabilitation facilities, we expect them to receive the highest standards of care and comfort. Unfortunately, this expectation is often shattered when preventable conditions such as pressure sores (bedsores or pressure ulcers) occur. Pressure sores in hospitals can lead to severe complications...
Personal Injury: What You Need to Know About Airlines and Helicopters Crashes
Air travel promises adventure, efficiency, and safety to its passengers. You never expect disaster to strike, consequentially leaving you injured. Whether it’s a turbulence-related injury on a commercial flight, a mechanical failure in a helicopter, or a negligent flight attendant - you deserve justice and compensation for any sustained injuries on an...
A Call for Accountability: Medication and Medical Errors in Hospitals
When you are ill and require hospitalization, you expect a high level of safety and care. Despite a hospital system's reputation for excellence, hospitals can sometimes become the site of devastating medical errors. These errors, particularly medication errors, undermine patients' safety and satisfaction and profoundly impact their well-being. Every medical decision carries...