Nail gun injuries are alarmingly common in the construction sector. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nail guns are responsible for an estimated 37,000 emergency room visits yearly. About 68% of these injuries occur among professional construction workers, with the
Electrocution is one of the most severe hazards facing construction workers today. Given the prevalence of high-voltage electrical systems and equipment on construction sites, understanding these risks and workers’ rights is crucial. The Houston construction accident attorneys with Havens & Associates are dedicated to
If you or a loved one has been involved in a construction accident, it’s crucial to understand the specific time frames for filing a claim – your case depends on it. At Havens & Associates, our Houston construction accident lawyers want clients to be
Scaffolding is one of the most commonly used apparatuses for working at heights above two stories. However, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) reports that it’s one of the main contributors to the most common types of construction job accidents, struck by falling
Power tools boost efficiency in construction and home improvement projects but also bring a high risk of injury due to their intense power and complex operation. Knowing what to do after an accident involving power tools is essential for safety and recovery. Keep reading
Boom trucks are commercial vehicles with a hydraulic crane mounted on the chassis. They can lift materials or people to complete work from heights. They’re a valuable part of public and private construction, infrastructure maintenance, construction operations, and electrical and utilities work. However, they
The greater Houston area is always under construction, from the I-45 traffic project to Prairieland Village’s residential development. If you’re working in a construction zone, you stand a much higher risk of injury than people in other careers. Construction jobs are one of the
The list of violations issued by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has not changed significantly over the years, raising concerns about workplace safety. Are employers doing enough to protect their workers? What exactly counts as an OSHA violation? And how can
With the recent announcement of a fully automated oil rig in the Permian basin, the question of the potential dangers of an automated drilling rig naturally arises. The oil and gas industry has recognized the value of automating certain functions in drilling operations, focusing
One of the first things our clients often ask us is, “How much is my construction accident case worth?” With mounting medical bills, the possibility of temporary or permanent disability, and an unclear return-to-work date, it’s a pressing question for many injured Houston construction
