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What Should I Do After a Truck Accident

What is a Mansfield Bar and Why Do Big Trucks Have Them?

Commercial Vehicle FAQ
You've probably seen that horizontal metal bar stretching across the back of truck trailers while driving on Louisiana or Texas highways. This T-shaped steel barrier serves a critical safety function...
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What is the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act

Maritime Law FAQ
Maritime workers are at a heightened risk of injury at work. As they load cargo, repair ships, and maintain port facilities, they’re more likely to suffer from damages in their...

Understand the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death in Louisiana and Texas

Wrongful Death FAQ
When you're struggling with the loss of a loved one, filing a lawsuit may not be high on your priority list. Unfortunately, if the wrongful death statute of limitations passes,...
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Risks of Unlicensed Motorcycle Operation?

Motorcycle Accident FAQ
Motorcycles are a passion to many people. Unfortunately, many motorcycle drivers don’t have a license and still use their vehicle. This has many risks for themselves as well as others....

Understanding Wrongful Death Claims in Probate: A Guide for Families

Wrongful Death FAQ
Losing someone you love changes everything. When that loss happens because of someone else's negligence, you face overwhelming grief while navigating complex legal processes. We understand the weight of making...
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Oil Rig Occupations: Roles, Responsibilities, and Legal Protections

Petroleum Industry FAQ
Oil rigs require all kinds of skilled workers to operate safely and efficiently. From entry-level positions to senior management, each role plays an important part in the oil rig’s safety...
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Ocean Oil Rigs: Risks, Operations, and Legal Rights for Workers

Petroleum Industry FAQ
According to Drilling Contractor.org, the United States has 645 active land-based oil rigs and 38 offshore oil rigs in operation. Most of those ocean oil rigs are operating in the...
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What Are the Common Risks of Plant Accidents?

Industrial Accident FAQ
Industrial plants are large-scale facilities that produce goods and consist of a mix of equipment, machinery, and materials. They are also called manufacturing plants, factories, or production plants. Unfortunately, people...
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The Most Dangerous Highways for Truck Accidents in Louisiana and Texas

Highway Safety FAQ
Hundreds of people have lost their lives while driving on the most dangerous highways in Texas and Louisiana. Learn about truck accidents on these highways, what makes the roads so...
THE 4 DIFFERENT DEGREES OF BURNS

Understanding the 4 Degrees of Burn Injuries

Common Medical FAQ
Whether you're at home or work, outside, or riding on a public bus, a burn injury can happen anywhere. Depending on the extent of the burn, these injuries can be...
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Bruised or Broken Tailbone: Understanding Your Legal Options

Catastrophic Injury FAQ
People with a bruised or broken tailbone experience painful symptoms that significantly affect their lives. Pain, bruising, and swelling may prevent you from working, getting restful sleep, or spending time...
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Top Distracted Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

Commercial Vehicle FAQ
With so many distractions on the road, truck drivers must pay attention when operating their vehicles to avoid serious collisions. Unfortunately, data shows that hundreds of fatal truck crashes every year...

Why do Pipelines Explode?

Petroleum Industry FAQ
Pipeline explosions are among the most devastating things that could happen to a community. They leave victims facing severe injuries, property damage, and lengthy recovery periods. These catastrophic events can...
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What Is Dry Docking? Legal Considerations for Maritime Workers

Maritime Law FAQ
Ship maintenance requires access to the underside of the vessel which is typically underwater. Dry docking provides this access in a shipyard or in the open ocean. The dry docking...
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Top Commercial Driving Safety Tips: Protect Yourself on the Road

Highway Safety FAQ
Commercial driving presents a variety of challenges for both commercial vehicle operators and those sharing the road. At Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers, we are committed to encouraging safe, legally...
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Driving an 18-Wheeler: Safety Tips and Legal Insights

Commercial Vehicle FAQ
18-wheeler truck driving accidents are often catastrophic, especially when they involve smaller vehicles. These crashes can lead to severe injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. Understanding the common causes of...
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Why Hire an Attorney for a Commercial Vehicle Accident Claim

Commercial Vehicle FAQ
You may have the right to receive financial compensation after suffering a truck accident injury. Getting to that point, however, is rarely easy. While the law doesn't require you to...
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Truck Accident Statistics: Key Facts and Trends in the United States

Highway Safety FAQ
Over 14 million large trucks share the roads with much smaller passenger cars transporting people as they head to work and school, run errands, and travel.  At 20 to 30...