Regarding oilfield work, when times are good, they are very good. Jobs at drilling sites can be extremely lucrative and not so long ago such jobs were plentiful. Unfortunately, the job market for oilfield workers can be as volatile as the oil market itself. This has...
In a perfect world, everyone would know their limitations when it comes to consuming alcohol. But unfortunately, far too many people choose to overindulge while at the bar or in the club prior to getting behind the wheel of an automobile. Drunk drivers put everyone on...
At some point in our lives, most of us will need some form of medication to combat an illness or treat a condition. We trust that the companies producing the drugs we need will take proper care in making sure they are not dangerous or defective. Additionally, doctors...
Life as a Texas oilfield worker can be quite lucrative. Often workers put in long hours at a good rate of pay, and the dollars can really add up. But the oil companies that hire workers are not giving their money away; workers earn every penny. This is because the...
If you're driving in Texas, you may want to consider keeping both hands on the wheel. Cell phone laws have been ramping up across the country and Texas is one of many states taking a hard look at phone use by drivers. On September 1st, two new laws took effect in...
In Texas, dog owners are expected to take responsibility for their pets. A dog that is allowed to roam freely can be a danger to all those who cross its path. This is especially true if the dog is predisposed to violent or aggressive behavior. Some dogs are so...
Across Texas, rollover crashes present a major safety concern for drivers. Even though just three percent of crashes involve rollovers, this type of accident comprises about 33 percent of fatalities involving passenger vehicle occupants, according to the Insurance...
Many children are attracted to water. On a hot day, the lure of a swimming pool can be very hard for them to resist. But often children are oblivious to the dangers water can possess. It is estimated that every year, approximately 350 children who are under 5 years of...
Doctors like to give injuries time to heal. For example, if you complain of back pain a doctor may tell you to ice it or apply heat, and to come back later if the pain persists. Lawyers do not have the benefit of taking a "wait and see" approach. In Texas, there is a...
Texas motorcyclists may be looking forward to a summer filled with long, pleasurable rides. But motorcyclists must also proceed with caution as they travel the state's roadways. According to information posted on the NHTSA's website, on a per-mile-traveled basis,...