Does an employer have to provide safety training at work?
December 06, 2021 /
Under the OSHA law, employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace, and this includes providing safety training.
Workplace accidents and illnesses are a cause of serious injuries and deaths, and employers have a responsibility to do everything possible to prevent them. Part of this responsibility is to identify potential dangers in the workplace and provide proper safety training for employees who encounter them....
How Long Can You Wait to Sue for a Texas Work Injury?
November 18, 2021 /
Texas sets time limits for bringing a lawsuit for a work injury that depend on the individual situation and whether the injury is covered under workers’ compensation.
If you or a loved one has been injured or someone has died from an accident at work, you may be entitled to receive compensation through workers’ compensation or a lawsuit for personal injury or wrongful death. Work injuries and illnesses can result in tre...
What Happens When a Pedestrian Is Hurt at a Construction Site?
September 13, 2021 /
Pedestrians who are hurt at a construction site may receive compensation for their injuries through a personal injury lawsuit.
Construction sites are inherently dangerous, but construction firm owners and managers have a duty to keep their construction zones safe for not only their workers but also pedestrians and people who may be in the surrounding area. According to the federal Occupational Safety & Health Administra...
You can increase your chances of getting workers’ compensation benefits if you notify your employee immediately, seek proper medical care, record everything that happened, and consult with an attorney to make sure everything is filed correctly.
Workers' compensation is an insurance program regulated by the state of Texas that pays medical bills and replaces some lost wages for employees who are injured at work or contract...
How Do I Report an Accident at Work?
July 22, 2021 /
How Do I Report an Accident at Work?
How you report an accident at work depends on whether your employer has workers’ compensation insurance.
Texas doesn't require all employers to carry workers' comp insurance – they are allowed to decide whether or not to participate in the Texas workers' compensation system or carry any insurance at all. Therefore, if you have been injured in a work-related accident, the first thing...
