Should I Provide My Medical Records to an Insurance Company After a Truck Accident?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
Should I Provide My Medical Records to an Insurance Company After a Truck Accident?

After suffering injuries in truck wrecks, it’s common to find oneself in contact with the truck driver’s or owner’s insurance company not long after the accident. Coping with injuries and pain, it’s rare to have the time or endurance to deal with an insurance agent’s pr...

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Which Age Group Has the Most Fatal Auto Accidents?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Car Accidents, Truck Accidents on Monday, September 9, 2019.
Which Age Group Has the Most Fatal Auto Accidents?

A fatal auto accident occurs somewhere in America every 12 minutes. Conventional wisdom would tell you that the most dangerous drivers on the road are the youngest drivers and the oldest drivers, and they must be the cause of most of these crashes. But it turns out that reality...

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Recent Refinery Explosion Injures 37; Latest in a Series of Petrochemical Accidents This Year

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Work Accidents on Sunday, September 1, 2019.
Recent Refinery Explosion Injures 37; Latest in a Series of Petrochemical Accidents This Year

An explosion at a Texas oil refinery July 31 left 37 people injured and people in the state wondering why so many petrochemical fires and explosions have happened so frequently this year. The July 31 explosion at the Exxon Mobil refinery in Bayport, about 25 miles east o...

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Why Stopping Distance Plays a Big Role in Big Rig Rear-End Collisions

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents on Sunday, August 25, 2019.
Why Stopping Distance Plays a Big Role in Big Rig Rear-End Collisions

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), approximately 20 percent of all truck accidents involve rear-end collisions. The DOT estimates that about 23,000 people are injured, and 700 people are killed each year due to rear-end truck crashes. Specific...

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I Just Found Out My Employer Is a Workers’ Comp Non-Subscriber. What Does that Mean?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Uncategorized on Saturday, August 17, 2019.
I Just Found Out My Employer Is a Workers’ Comp Non-Subscriber. What Does that Mean?

Unlike most states, Texas does not require all employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. In fact, by some estimates, up to one-third of Texas employers are “non-subscribers,” the term applied to companies that choose not to participate in the workers’ compensa...

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Understanding Your Rights After an Accident

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Car Accidents on Friday, August 9, 2019.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Understanding Your Rights After an Accident

Severe car accidents are traumatizing situations for all involved. While car accidents may result in physical injuries such as whiplash, fractures, lacerations and burns, they can also result in emotional and psychological injuries, invisible to the eye. One of the most common ...

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Where Do Car Accidents Happen the Most?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, August 1, 2019.
Where Do Car Accidents Happen the Most?

Around 6 million car accidents happen in the United States each year. During these accidents, approximately 3 million people experience injuries resulting from the crash. To avoid an accident, it’s critical to remain vigilant while you’re driving, especially in places where...

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States File a Lawsuit Over Asbestos Regulations Against the EPA

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, July 24, 2019.
States File a Lawsuit Over Asbestos Regulations Against the EPA

Medical professionals diagnose approximately 3,000 new cases of asbestos-related mesothelioma each year within the United States. Individuals diagnosed with the disease have an average life expectancy of only 12 to 22 months. To help combat against mesothelioma, 10 states have ...

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Truck Accident: Will My Case Go to Trial?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Fatalities on Tuesday, July 16, 2019.
Truck Accident: Will My Case Go to Trial?

Although a courtroom comes to mind when you hear the word “lawsuit,” not all lawsuits require a trial. In fact, in many cases, lawsuits reach a settlement without one. Determining whether or not your case will go to trial often depends on factors unique to truck accidents. ...

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Can Trucking Companies Be Held Liable in Personal Injury Lawsuits?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accident Injuries, Truck Accidents on Friday, July 5, 2019.
Can Trucking Companies Be Held Liable in Personal Injury Lawsuits?

Hundreds of truck accidents occur on Texas roads every year, causing serious injuries and fatalities on a regular basis. As injured people and grieving families become overwhelmed by medical bills, funeral expenses, and other costs, they begin seeking to hold someone accountable ...

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