On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | May 20, 2020 | Workplace Injuries
The law offers you various options when you suffer an injury while on the job. Most often, such as injury will result in a workers’ compensation claim. However, there may be times when you need to file a claim against someone other than your employer. A...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Mar 19, 2020 | Workplace Injuries
There is a common belief among workers that employers must carry workers’ compensation coverage. This is true in some states, but not all. If you have ever wondered where Texas falls in this, the Lone Star State does not require employers to offer workers’...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Feb 28, 2020 | Workplace Injuries
The increased use of technical devices in the workplace is one reason why more workers nowadays experience repetitive strain injuries (RSIs). Suffering an RSI can negatively impact your life, making it hard to carry out work or other important everyday activities. A...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Feb 3, 2020 | Workplace Injuries
Workers’ compensation typically will cover your employer in the event you suffer an injury on the job. When taking your workers’ compensation benefits, you agree to not take your employer to court in return for those benefits. This is to help you avoid having to wait...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Jul 15, 2019 | Workplace Injuries
Texas residents have rights to safety every time they get up and head out the door to work. Whether you work at a construction site or a fast food restaurant, the United States Department of Labor gives you the right to work in conditions without the risk of serious...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Jun 18, 2019 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
In 2018, a tragic accident occurred in another state that resulted in multiple fatalities. The fatal workplace injuries occurred after an oil rig exploded. A safety board recently commented on the incident, stating that the five lives that were lost may have been...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | May 21, 2019 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
Whether you work in Texas or another state, your employer is legally obligated to do certain things to help you stay safe on the job. For instance, your employer must provide proper training and any available safety equipment appropriate to your line of work. If your...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Dec 31, 2018 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
Many Texas residents earn a living in coffee shops. While coffee shops may not necessarily rank high on lists for most dangerous jobs in the nation, those who work as baristas are, in fact, at great risk for workplace injuries. Current data shows that coffee shop...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Nov 19, 2018 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
The life of a U.S. Postal Service worker is busy. While driving a commercial vehicle, the worker is at risk for personal injury just like anyone else driving a motor vehicle. One Texas worker’s life currently hangs in the balance after a two-vehicle crash that...
On Behalf of Cole Law Firm | Aug 16, 2018 | Firm News, Workplace Injuries
Many Texas residents earn their livings in the construction industry. This type of work usually ranks high on most lists regarding most dangerous jobs in the nation. Any number of mishaps can occur during the normal course of duty on a construction site, sometimes...
