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If you have been injured in the workplace, you should be eligible to receive workers’ comp. However, there are a few exceptions to receiving workers’ compensation in Texas. If you run into any of these complexities, please contact the experienced Texas workplace injury lawyers at Garcia & Ochoa as soon as possible. Exceptions to Receiving […]
Category Archives: workplace injury
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Sep
Sep
Personal injury cases involving slip and fall accidents are one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented types of personal injury cases. The truth surrounding injuries caused by slips and falls, though, is much more serious than you might think. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the most common misconceptions about these incidents to […]
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Sep
Sep
There are many representations of some of the country’s deadliest jobs in popular television shows; however, the riskiest jobs aren’t always the ones that are popularized in pop culture. Some of the jobs that lead to the most workplace injuries, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, may come as a surprise. Outdoor Jobs are […]
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Jul
Jul
When people are considering a state to build a life in, safety is typically towards the top of the list. Most people focus on the overall safety of the community, thinking about the crime rate, the safety of the various organizations that have set up in the state, and the quality of the infrastructure. Unfortunately, […]
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Sep
Sep
If you have been injured on the job, you’re not alone. According to statistics gathered by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, each year there are millions of reported workplace injuries that take place within private companies. In 2014 alone, there were three million nonfatal injuries with an average of 3.2 workers hurt on […]
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May
May
Workplace injuries are common, but some industries have a surprising level of them that stuns even the most studious watch groups. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, tree trimmers and maintenance workers have fatal accidents in their work at over 3 times the U.S average. And despite this alarming number, tree trimmers do […]
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Mar
Mar
There are employees that work within the shipping channels of Houston and elsewhere, each and every day. They are involved in welding, oiltanking, and much more. Each of these employees are exposed to various dangers every year – and accidents have been known to happen. This is why so many workers will turn to a […]