Key Takeaways Oil and gas extraction remains one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. Transportation-related incidents are among the leading causes of oilfield worker fatalities. Oilfield truck drivers often operate under specialized federal Hours-of-Service exemptions. Driver fatigue can impair reaction times similarly to alcohol intoxication. Long shifts, … Continue reading
Before you fire up the grill, throw burgers and hot dogs on the barbecue, dive into the pool, or settle in to watch fireworks light up the night sky, take a moment to remember what Independence Day is truly about. The Fourth of July is more than just a summer … Continue reading
Key Takeaways Gap insurance covers the difference between what your vehicle is worth and what you still owe on your loan or lease. Standard auto insurance only pays your vehicle’s actual cash value (ACV) after a total loss. New vehicles depreciate quickly, which can leave drivers owing more than their … Continue reading
Key Takeaways Insurance companies and defense attorneys routinely review social media accounts during personal injury claims. Photos, videos, comments, check-ins, and private messages may become relevant evidence in some cases. Even innocent posts can be taken out of context and used to challenge the severity of your injuries. The safest … Continue reading
The Eyes of Texas are still straying from the road ahead, and it continues to cost far too many lives. Despite years of public safety campaigns, harsher penalties, and evolving laws, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reports that distracted driving remains a persistent crisis on Lone Star State roadways. … Continue reading
If you suffer an injury because of someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions, you may have the right to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. Whether you were injured in a car accident, truck accident, slip and fall, workplace incident, or another type of accident, understanding what damages you … Continue reading
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death for children in Texas and across the United States. Because of this, Texas has strict child passenger safety laws designed to protect children while traveling in motor vehicles. Texas law requires children to use appropriate car seats, … Continue reading
This weekend before you kick start the fireworks, turn on the grill and join friends and family on our day of independence there are a few things to consider. With children, pets, and other people around taking proper safety precautions is crucial to a safe and fun filled weekend. After … Continue reading
Back in 2019, Region One Education Service Center received statewide attention after every school district in the region earned either an “A” or “B” accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). At the time, the achievement was viewed as a major milestone for South Texas education. But are Region … Continue reading
Traffic accidents remain a major safety concern in San Antonio and throughout Bexar County. As San Antonio’s population continues to grow, roadway congestion, distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving continue contributing to thousands of serious crashes every year. Recent data from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) shows that fatal … Continue reading
