Truck driver fatigue was determined to be the cause of 13% of crashes analyzed as part of the Large Truck Crash Causation Study (LTCCS). There are many steps that truck drivers can take to avoid driving while tired such as making sure that they get plenty of sleep....
Month: February 2020
Some of the most common construction injuries
A large proportion of non-fatal injuries and illnesses incurred on the job are incurred by construction workers. In 2009, they suffered 4.3 such injuries or illnesses per 100 full-time workers. Below are just some of the most common injuries that construction workers...
After a plant explosion, who might an injured party look to sue?
Over the past decade, tens of thousands of Texans have been impacted by plant explosions. These fiery blasts – often involving specialized equipment, toxic chemicals and combustible materials – have done serious damage. Not just to workers, but to nearby residents and...