Archive for February 2024
Schuelke Law Comments on Judiciary Publication Regarding Civil Injury Lawsuit Trends in Texas
The Office of Court Administration compiles the Annual Statistical Report, which encompasses the state fiscal year from September 1 to August 31 2023. This comprehensive report provides insights into the Texas court system’s structure and jurisdiction, offers in-depth analyses of case activity and emerging trends, and presents statistical data from appellate and trial courts. Experienced…
Read MoreSchuelke Law Prepares for New OSHA Injury Reporting Requirements in 2024
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced updates to its injury reporting rules. Beginning in 2024, companies in certain high-risk industries will be required to file injury reports electronically. Companies affected by this change are those with 100 or more employees in certain named “high-hazard” industries, such as construction. These companies must…
Read MoreSchuelke Law Addresses Challenges With September 2023 Trucking Law
On September 1, 2023 a new Texas law took effect. The law allows local police to enforce commercial vehicle safety standards in three Texas locations: Orange County, Waller County, and the City of Mesquite. Before the change, the Texas Department of Public Safety was the only agency responsible for enforcing state and federal regulations regarding…
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