Dallas Accident and Injury News
Child Injuries
August 19, 2015
Youth Sports Injuries – The Most Dangerous Sports for Children
Playing sports is a great way for children to get active, learn important social skills, and develop coordination. The activities are fun and encourage families to spend more time together. For all the benefits of youth sports, however, there is one major drawback. Some sports are frankly very dangerous for children to participate in, and…
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Car Accidents
August 19, 2015
The Most Dangerous Streets and Intersections in Dallas
Some places around town are more dangerous than others, whether you drive, ride a bike, or walk. The hazard may come from the amount of traffic, strange configurations, or other factors that make an area of town more difficult to navigate safely. While every street and intersection can become dangerous when drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians…
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Workplace Injury
August 19, 2015
Post Injury Drug Testing and Texas Workers’ Compensation
Some companies want their injured employees to submit to drug testing immediately after an accident has taken place. They do so to eliminate intoxication as a cause of the accident, which may preclude an employee from seeking workers’ compensation benefits. Federal laws require federal employees and workers in certain industries, like those who must work…
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Car Accidents
August 17, 2015
What Causes a Tire to Blowout?
Tire blowouts are often sudden and unexpected, leaving a driver scrambling to compensate for the lost control. Many blowouts are preventable with the right maintenance routine, but others can happen because of faulty products and weather conditions. What You Need to Know About Tire Blowouts Blowouts are more likely to happen in the warmer months…
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Drug Injuries
August 14, 2015
Biggest Drug Injury Lawsuits in the U.S.
It seems there are new class action suits against pharmaceutical companies every day. Most of the biggest claims throughout history have affected thousands of people and caused life-altering affects they will have to live with for the rest of their lives. Here are some of the most prominent drug injury lawsuits in the U.S: American…
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Workplace Injury
August 14, 2015
What to Do When There is an Accident in the Workplace
All workplace accidents should be reported, regardless of how minor. Seemingly small injuries can compound over time or become worse after the initial experience. Reporting an accident is one of the best ways to ensure you are able to get the coverage you need if you ever need to stay out of work to recover…
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Car Accidents
August 14, 2015
Tips for Handling a Car Accident
Car accidents can be tricky to navigate in the hours and days after the fact. You’ll likely be asked a series of the same questions from police officers, friends, medical providers, insurance company representatives, and others. If you have never been in an accident before, however, you may not know what to do or what…
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Car Accidents
August 14, 2015
Common Vehicle Malfunctions and How to Handle Them
Vehicle malfunctions are often sudden, unexpected, and frightening. Poor maintenance practices can increase the risk of a malfunction, but properly maintained vehicles also face changing variables on the roads that can cause tire blow outs, steering issues, and other commonly reported malfunctions. Knowing how to handle a vehicle malfunction when it happens to you can…
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Workplace Injury
August 13, 2015
What are the Most Common Workplace Accidents?
Workplace accidents are some of the most common reasons workers’ compensation claims are filed. Some jobs are more hazardous than others, but even a slip and fall accident can have devastating effects for employees in the workplace. Many of these common accidents are caused by negligent activities. Employers cause accidents by taking shortcuts, failing to…
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Car Accidents
August 10, 2015
How to Drive Safely in a Hailstorm
Hailstorms are bad enough to weather at home, but on the road, they can quickly lead to trouble. Depending on the severity of the weather, hail is often accompanied by many other hazardous conditions including high wind speeds, dark skies, thunder, lightning, and the possibility of a tornado. Hailstorms can inflict significant damage in a…
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