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Recent data reveals the industries with the highest rates of workplace accidents in Texas. Understanding which sectors are most affected can help you be more vigilant and take necessary precautions when working in these industries: Construction sites Oil and gas well sites Oil and Gas Refinery Plant Accidents Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services […]
If you’ve been involved in an industrial accident in Texas, it can be important to report the incident to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as soon as possible. OSHA enforces safety regulations in an effort to prevent accidents and ensure a safer work environment for all employees. Reporting your accident to OSHA not […]
In Texas, the financial recovery is based on the injuries and the facts of the case. The elements of damages for a personal injury claim include past and future medical care expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment, disfigurement, and potentially more. In Texas, punitive damages are capped […]
If your employer offers to pay for your injuries and financial losses directly, it may be tempting to accept the offer to avoid the complex legal process. However, doing so is likely not in the best interest of you or your family, as it could limit your access to full and fair compensation. Speak with […]
The legal team at The Callahan Law Firm handles claims in a wide range of workplace injury cases, including those that involve: Industrial accidents Manufacturing accidents Construction accidents Heavy equipment accidents Transportation accidents Commercial vehicle accidents Pipeline accidents Explosions Railroad worker accidents Oil field accidents, including oil rig accidents Maritime accidents and other offshore accidents
To protect your interest and your legal rights, you should take the following steps after a workplace accident occurs: Seek medical attention immediately. Verbally notify your employer about the accident as soon as possible. As soon as possible and within 30 days, report the accident to your employer in writing and keep a copy of […]
The trial lawyers at The Callahan Law Firm represent injured workers in a wide array of workplace accidents, including: Industrial accidents. Manufacturing accidents. Construction accidents. Heavy equipment accidents. Transportation accidents. Commercial vehicle accidents. Pipeline accidents. Explosions at work. Railroad worker accidents. Oil field accidents, including oil rig accidents. Maritime accidents and other offshore accidents.
Pursuing worker’s comp benefits without legal assistance can be complex and challenging, particularly when recovering from a severe injury. Retaining the services of a skilled attorney can provide the help you need to ensure you receive maximum compensation under Texas labor law. If your employer does not have workers’ compensation coverage, or when a third […]
The general rule, under Texas statutes, requires you to file a personal injury workplace accident lawsuit that is based on negligence within two years of the date of the incident. You may lose your right to pursue a claim if you miss the deadline. For this reason, it is important to consult with a workplace accident […]
If your employer has workers’ compensation insurance and you were injured on the job, then under Texas law you can make a workers’ compensation claim and are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. If your employer does not have workers’ compensation insurance (is a non-subscriber) and you were injured on the job, your employer will only […]