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How the Jones Act Affects Dredge Workers
Everyone should have the right to seek compensation for injuries caused by negligent parties. Before 2005, however, dredge workers were the exception. That, thankfully, has changed since the Supreme Court’s decision to rightfully categorize dredgers as “vessels” and its crew as “seamen.”
read moreThe Dangers Dredge Workers Face
Working on a dredger, just like many other jobs within the maritime industry, carries a significant risk of injury or death. If you or someone you love has fallen victim to a dredge-related work accident, trust in the experienced Houston maritime injury attorneys at...
read moreSigns You Suffered a Concussion From Your Truck Accident
Driving a vehicle comes with huge responsibilities ranging from following the speed limit to observing other drivers on the road. In some cases, crashes occur when truck drivers fail to properly follow procedures or drive in some other negligent manner that puts...
read more1 Fatality & 2 Victims in Critical Condition After KMCO Chemical Plant Explosion
On Tuesday, April 2nd, a deadly explosion occurred at the KMCO plant in Crosby at around 10:45 a.m. One man was killed and two others were seriously injured after a transfer line ignited a tank full of the chemical isobutylene. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s office...
read more3 Things to About Know Your Truck Accident Case
In a 2019 report drafted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), it was revealed that 4,761 people perished in crashes involving large trucks in 2017. Of this number, 3,450 fatalities were occupants of passenger vehicles. Alarmingly, the report...
read moreMajor Lane Closure and One Injured After HAZMAT Spill on Sugarland Highway
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read moreHow Much Compensation Can I Get From My Oilfield Work Injury?
Oilfield accidents can be unexpected and vary in severity. If you are a victim of a workplace injury the emotional trauma, medical bills, and loss of wages can affect you greatly. Call the trustworthy and dedicated Houston oilfield attorneys of Lapeze & Johns at...
read moreWhat Factors Are Considered in a Truck Accident Settlement
Trucking accidents are a traumatic experience for anyone to endure and the legal aftermath can be very complex. The last thing any victim of a truck accident wants to worry about is how to calculate what a settlement would be worth. When you are dealing with medical...
read moreWhat You Need to Know If You Are Involved In a Lyft/Uber Accident
Ride-sharing services like Lyft and Uber have become popular over the past few years. But as these companies continue to grow, so, too, do the chances of getting involved in a wreck with one of their drivers. These types of accidents can be very complex as multiple...
read moreHow to Get the Most Out of Your Texas Oilfield Injury Settlement
Victims of oilfield accidents can face dramatic changes to their lives including financial issues, physical damages, and emotional suffering. The Texas oilfield accident attorneys at Lapeze & Johns want to help you obtain full recovery for any damages you have...
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