A backover accident occurs when a vehicle or piece of construction equipment moves in reverse and strikes a person standing, walking, or working behind it. These incidents are especially dangerous on construction sites where workers operate close to heavy machinery,...
There was a deadly accident at an oilfield site in Converse County, Wyoming on January 30, 2025. According to reports, there was a fire involving a gas compressor unit at the site. A medical helicopter was sent for a severely burned victim, but he was pronounced...
Gas stations are often busy, high-traffic businesses that operate late at night or around the clock. In many areas of Houston and throughout Texas, gas stations are located in neighborhoods with higher crime rates — and unfortunately, they are frequent locations for...
Offshore oil spills can cause severe economic harm to commercial fishing operations across the Gulf Coast. When crude oil enters coastal waters, government regulators frequently close fishing grounds to protect public health and marine ecosystems. These closures can...
There was a deadly plane crash in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 31, 2025. The plane, a twin-engine medevac Learjet 55, crashed with six people on board. The plane crashed near the Roosevelt Mall. The plane had taken off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport...
There was a deadly 18-wheeler crash in Houston, Texas on January 31, 2025. According to reports, an 18-wheeler struck multiple passenger cars that were stopped at a red light at 11400 South Sam Houston Parkway East. The 18-wheeler struck a total of six cars, before...
As the self-driving vehicle industry expands, so too does the legal landscape surrounding accidents involving autonomous cars. Cruise, a subsidiary of General Motors, operates autonomous robotaxis in several U.S. cities, including San Francisco and Austin. While the...
Apartment complexes should provide residents with a safe and secure living environment. However, when property owners and management fail to take proper security measures, tenants and visitors may become victims of violent crimes, including assaults, robberies, and...
Helicopters are complex machines that require precise engineering, regular maintenance, and rigorous inspections to operate safely. Despite strict safety standards, mechanical failures remain a leading cause of helicopter crashes. From engine malfunctions to rotor...
There was a boat explosion on the Sabine River in Orange County, Texas on February 1, 2025. According to reports, a boat carrying 250 gallon totes of gasoline from a construction yard exploded on the Sabine River near Shell Island. The Coast Guard has indicate the...