Oil and natural gas form below the surface and accumulate, creating rich subterranean mineral fields. Oil field workers must perform strenuous and unsafe tasks using the necessary equipment to obtain and process the oil. Their work comprises drilling, oil extraction...
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Can an escrow account help in construction projects?
They say that you may often expect great financial risks if you are involved in any construction project. There is always a possibility for delayed payment, or disputes and unexpected disruptions that may wreak havoc on construction timelines. Creating escrow accounts...
Is farmwork affecting your hearing?
Prolonged or repeated exposure to loud noises can induce hearing loss. As a farmworker, noise-producing livestock, tractors, chainsaws and other machinery are probably part of your everyday routine. Without taking precautions or addressing the cause of hazardous...
Who pays in an Uber accident?
When you get in a car accident, it can have devastating consequences. You may have injuries that require medical attention, physical therapy or surgeries. In addition to the treatment and recovery needs, the expenses add up quickly. If your accident occurs in an Uber,...
Speeding and traffic crash injury data
Many different risk factors can increase the chances of a traffic crash, such as driving under the influence, using a smartphone behind the wheel and slick roads as a result of poor weather. However, speeding also plays a role in many crashes, and irresponsible...
When may construction delays lead to lawsuits?
Some construction agreements may define project scopes and provide milestones for completing builds. The American Bar Association notes that an agreement could include provisions for excusing delays outside of a developer’s control. Inclement weather conditions, for...
What are some signs of spinal cord trauma?
After a fall from a motorcycle or a collision while in a car, you may notice odd signs of pain throughout your neck and back. Although it may not appear life-changing at first, this pain can be a warning that you have a spinal cord injury. As you learn more about this...
Steps to physical and emotional recovery after a car accident
Car accidents can shatter the everyday rhythm of life, causing physical injury, emotional distress and disrupting routine. According to Forbes, five million accidents happened in the United States in 2020. If not fatal, a car crash often leaves individuals grappling...
Can motorcycle helmets help prevent traumatic brain injuries?
It goes without saying that motorcycle riders are significantly more vulnerable than typical vehicle passengers when an accident occurs. Without a protective frame around them, it is relatively easy for the force of a crash to throw a motorcyclist from their bike or...
How do business mergers and acquisitions differ?
Two different companies coming together into a single entity can mean different things. You may have heard about businesses merging or one company acquiring the other. If you are a business owner, you should know that mergers and acquisitions are not the same....