Car accident evidence is important for winning your personal injury case. Following a car accident, people are often not thinking clearly. Individuals often panic or fail to acknowledge the severity of a collision. Unfortunately, even minor crashes can lead to severe injuries. Suppose you are involved in a car or truck accident. In that case, there are certain steps you…
There are time limits for reporting a work Injury in Oklahoma. When you suffer a workplace injury in Oklahoma, you should seek medical treatment immediately. You do this at the same time that you report the workplace injury to your employer. You can inform the designated safety manager or your supervisor about the injury. This requirement also applies if you…
Damages after a truck accident in Tulsa include pain and suffering and sometimes even punitive damages. Punitive damages can be awarded to you (the plaintiff in a lawsuit) when the person or company you sue (the defendant) is found liable for committing an offense which results in your injury. Unlike compensatory damages – which pays you for medical bills, lost…
Car accidents at work create a special kind of liability in Oklahoma. Its not uncommon for individuals to get into a truck or automobile accident in the course of their employment. This may range from a simple work errand to a person whose primary job is done on the road. Car accidents at work can go a couple of different…
Our wrongful death DUI accident attorneys file claims against drunk drivers that cause fatalities in Oklahoma. When someone you love is killed by a drunk driver in Oklahoma, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to obtain damages. Although no amount of financial compensation can erase your loss, but holding the drunk driver accountable can help you…
Motorcycle passenger injury claims in Oklahoma are compensated for just like any other car or motorcycle accident in Tulsa. Riding a motorcycle can be fun and exhilarating for both the rider and their passenger. However, it is also quite dangerous, particularly when compared with driving a car or a truck. In fact, motorcycle riders and their passengers tend to be…
Boating Injury Accidents in Oklahoma cause serious personal injury each year. Boaters in Oklahoma face the risk of accident or injury, which could occur for a number of reasons. The state’s waterways are subject to regulations set by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (Lake Patrol Section), which regulate various things from licensing and registration to boating accident protocols to safety education…
If you’re injured in a car accident in Oklahoma having an understanding of insurance law is very important. The first thing to know is that insurance is important if you file a car accident claim for your personal injuries. According to the law in Oklahoma, you are required to maintain a specific type and amount of motorist insurance coverage if…
Liability For Truck Accidents in Oklahoma is determined using more then a normal police report. Claims involving truck collisions are vastly more complicated compared to passenger car crashes. Injuries in truck accidents tend to be more severe. Companies with deep pockets don’t make matters easy for their victims. This makes it imperative to consult with an 18-wheeler truck accident attorney…
If you’re injured from a dog bite in Oklahoma there are certain things you should be careful to think about. A dog may be man’s best friend, yet these creatures are known to cause vicious and traumatizing attacks which could result in life-threatening injuries. If a dog mauled you, then you can’t sue the dog. However, depending on the circumstances,…
Nursing Home Neglect is similar to abuse in certain respects, but there are important differences between the two. “Abuse” means causing or permitting the infliction of physical pain, injury, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation. It could also include unreasonable restraint or confinement, or mental anguish, or the deprivation of nutrition. More examples involve the lack of clothing, shelter, health care, or…
We all love our furry friends and want to feel safe when walking them around the neighborhood. Most people think about dog bites as being the most dangerous aftermath of an aggressive attack. However, it is equally dangerous to walk a dog without a proper leash. Or to be walked by someone who is not the dog’s owner. If you…
Our truck accident attorney in Tulsa Oklahoma knows about all types of Truck and car accidents. Vehicle accidents occur frequently on the Oklahoma roads, which is no secret. What you might not know is that many of those accidents are caused by employees driving company vehicles, which significantly affects who is legally responsible for injuries that result from these accidents….
Contributory Negligence in Oklahoma Car Wrecks changes the way insurance company’s pay claim to injured people. Most people are familiar with the tragic death of actor Paul Walker in 2013 after wrecking into a street pole in a Porsche. In the months following his death, Walker’s daughter filed a suit against Porsche for not providing adequate safety features on the…
Negligent Amputation in Oklahoma is absolutely devastating. in a 2010 CNN Article approximately 107 people had the wrong body part amputated in the hospital. Amputation of the wrong body part is a devastating experience. Take for example a Brazilian man in 2013 who had his left leg amputated only to find out doctors were supposed to amputate the right leg…
Many Oklahomans know of the legendary musician Leon Russell from Lawton. But, what many do not know, is that Leon Russell was the victim of a birth injury that left his right side partially paralyzed. While Leon Russell overcame his birth injury to become a famous artist, some people never overcome their birth injuries. As a result, these victims will…
Nursing Home abuse is devastating to families. When we’re dealing with our sickly family members sometimes all other awareness goes out the window. As we grapple with the difficult reality that our once vibrant parent or other family member can no longer care for themselves the prospect of nursing home abuse just doesn’t register on our radar. Each day, together…
Fatal Car Accident kills Ashley Biggs , Larry Lawson and Toby Lawson of Oklahoma Larry Lawson and his 10-year old grandson were both killed along with a passenger in the other vehicle, 24-year old Ashley Biggs, when the Lawson vehicle swerved into oncoming traffic striking the Biggs vehicle head on causing a violent, fiery fatal car accident. Further, Ashley’s mother…
Oklahoma law requires all drivers to have automobile liability coverage. However, though automobile liability coverage is mandatory, Oklahoma has the highest percentage of uninsured motorists. In 2012, over 25.9% of drivers did not have insurance. This statistic is alarming for any driver involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured motorist. If you’ve been involved in a car accident…
Few adults get the amount of sleep they or the medical profession feels that they need. The statistics support this assertion. A Gallup poll from December 2013 found that 40% of Americans get less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night. The average night sleep for adults is now only 6.8 hours. Medical studies, and common…
In 2012, over 1.3 million Americans resided in a nursing or adult care facility. Additionally, in 2013, that number had climbed to over 3.3. million. With the Baby Boomer generation aging and increasingly requiring outside care, the number of individuals in nursing homes is continues to grow exponentially. In fact, estimates predict that by the end of this year, one in seven people over…
Have you received a slip and fall injury? If it is due to the negligent act of a property owner or occupant, then you may be able to file a case. Our strategic approach will ensure that you receive the highest level of compensation for your bodily injury. Slip and Fall (Premises Liability) Claim Overview The owner or possessor of property…
People know that when they’re treated by a healthcare physician, and the physician makes a mistake due to negligence, they can sue for medical malpractice if they are injured. However, people may not know that they may also be able to sue providers of alternative medicine. Given the increased popularity of alternative medicine and herbal supplements, alternative medicine malpractice is…
Injury accidents in parking lots are common types of accidents. Many people naturally dread parking lots, decks, and garages. Parking spots are all around dangerous places to be, for you and your vehicle. Our personal injury attorneys are prepared to handle all types of injury accidents in parking lots. For example, we offer consultations for injury accidents in parking lots including slip and…
The 2013 annual Gallop Poll once again ranked pharmacists as the runner-up for most trusted professionals, second only to nurses, and tied with grade school teachers. This marks the third year in a row for pharmacists to rank second in the Gallop Poll. Consequently, the high level of trust from consumers speaks volumes about the confidence we place in those…
Nursing homes are a necessary haven for many ill and elderly Oklahoma citizens with injuries. These patients deserve a high level of care that they often don’t receive resulting in nursing home negligence. Many nursing home residents must use wheelchairs on a daily basis in order to move about the nursing home. Therefore, it is imperative that nursing home staff…
Oklahoma rollover accidents often involve life threatening and sometimes fatal injuries. Most of us have heard stories about horrible Oklahoma rollover accidents. This is a function of the severity of this type of accident. Interestingly, most people associate roll-over accidents with SUVs. However, recent statistics suggest that under certain circumstances, anything from a sedan to a tractor-trailer can become vulnerable…
Generally speaking, being in an accident of any type can be devastating, especially when it is the person’s first time. However, failing to be prepared should you find yourself involved in an accident can make the situation even worse. Not only can it cause you to be seriously injuries, it can also have irreversible legal consequences that even the best…
Wrongful death information in Tulsa can help you approach a sudden tragedy in some what of a systematic way. To lose a loved one in a wrongful death is overwhelming. The sudden loss can leave you in shock and as if its only you in the world. Wrongful death information can give you some direction while you attempt to regain…
Injuries Caused by Oklahoma Distracted Driving are on the rise. The serious accident risks posed by drug and alcohol impaired drivers is widely acknowledged. But, the dangerous practice of Oklahoma distracted driving has increasingly become the focus of traffic safety experts. Serious Public Safety Issue: Injuries caused by Oklahoma distracted driving has become a serious public safety issue. Over a…
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