Are Truckers Held to the Same Distracted Driving Standards?

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Trucking Industry on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.

Twenty years ago, the phrase "distracted driving" wasn't common. Instead, safety efforts to combat drunk driving and increase the use of safety belts were the main safe driving concerns. Today, we all have our cell phones and busy schedules, including commercial truck drivers. Tr...

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When a Summer Dip Ends in Tragedy

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Wrongful Death on Wednesday, August 1, 2018.

Summer in Texas gets hot—dangerously so. Many days, particularly because kids are on summer break, are best spent in the water. While the thrills of splashing around in the summer months create some of the best memories, increased time in the water makes water safety a crucial ...

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Mesothelioma: Not Just a Big Word on Law Commercials

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, July 25, 2018.

If you are reading this, you might be going through one of the most stressful and confusing times in your life. Few people read about mesothelioma for simple fun. Those who want to know more are those whose lives are impacted by the illness and whose financial security is threate...

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Shocking Facts About Asbestos Use in the US

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, July 18, 2018.

While more than 50 countries around the world have banned the use of asbestos, you may be shocked to learn that the U.S. has not. In fact, as of 2018, the U.S. continues to import and use asbestos in a variety of products. Despite definitive proof that asbestos exposure causes me...

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Computer Devices Serve As Step Toward Safer Trucking

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, July 11, 2018.

In 2016, the Texas Department of Transportation released a sobering statistic. The state had not gone a single day in 15 years without a fatality on one of its roads and highways. While there are a variety of factors that contribute to the statistic, driving while fatigued is a s...

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Preventing Texas Truck Accidents Addresses All Commuters’ Safety

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.
Preventing Texas Truck Accidents Addresses All Commuters’ Safety

While fender benders that slow down your daily commute can be annoying, truck accidents can pose a much more serious threat to everyone on the road. This past May, an 18-wheeler traveling on Interstate 20 collided with an overhead sign, causing the truck to flip and catch fire. ...

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Back-Pay Settlement: What We Can Learn From the Dallas First Responders Lawsuit

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Class Action, Wage Disputes on Monday, June 25, 2018.

After decades, almost 8,700 former and current Dallas firefighters and police officers see the end of their class-action lawsuit regarding back-pay claims. The executive committee representing the first responders have agreed on a $173.3 million settlement. The settlement is a s...

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When Motorcyclists Shouldn’t Be Blamed for Their Crash Injuries

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Personal Injury on Wednesday, June 20, 2018.

Along with Florida, California, Pennsylvania and Ohio, Texas reports some of the most motorcycle accidents in the country. In fact, in 2016, 496 motorcyclists and their passengers in Texas were killed in collisions, while another 2008 bikers and their passengers suffered debilita...

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Summer Is Not a Vacation From Truck Accident Risks

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents, Trucking Industry on Wednesday, June 13, 2018.

Although winter driving is treacherous in many parts of the country, summer heat can be just as dangerous. More extreme weather is happening everywhere and during every season, and it seems no state is immune from extreme cold or heat. With summer approaching, frost and rain won'...

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Fewer Truck Drivers Can Mean More Accidents on Roadways

On behalf of KarenCanales posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

There is a trucking dilemma in the United States that impacts not just consumers and the trucking industry, but also translates into road safety problems. Maybe you aren't even aware of the decade-long shortage of truck drivers. This shortage and the demand it puts on drivers in ...

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