Serious motor vehicle accidents can lead to serious medical bills
Each year in Oklahoma there are thousands of motor vehicle accidents. For the most part, the vast majority of these accidents are so-called “fender benders.” However, the unfortunate reality is that some motor vehicle accidents lead to severe injuries for drivers and passengers alike, which can further lead to all kinds of additional complications. For […]
Move swiftly after an on-the-job injury in Oklahoma
Workplace injuries are unexpected and, oftentimes, extremely disruptive events. For the employer, there are concerns about how the injury occurred and what can be done to prevent future injuries from occurring in the same manner. But, for injured employees, the concerns are more immediate – their health and their income. When accidents occur on-the-job and […]
Answering common questions about workers’ compensation
Every worker in Oklahoma rightfully expects that they will be safe in the workplace. However, the reality is that sometimes incidents occur on-the-job that results in injuries. When this occurs, most injured workers will be able to fall back on the workers’ compensation system. But, those workers may have more questions than answers when they […]
Identify and avoid distracted driving behaviors
Most people in Oklahoma and throughout the nation understand that when they get behind the wheel of a vehicle they may very well be taking a chance that they will be involved in a car accident. Motor vehicle accidents are quite common and, according to a recent report, an estimated 33,000 fatalities per year have […]
Know the basics about personal injury lawsuits
Many of our readers in Oklahoma may know someone who has had to file a personal injury lawsuit because of a “slip and fall” incident or because someone was injured in a car accident, for example. These are some of the most common events that lead to personal injury lawsuits. However, just knowing why these […]
What is different about an accident caused by a large truck?
Most people are, unfortunately, familiar with the sight of car accidents on the side of the roads in Oklahoma. After all, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths in America. However, an accident that is caused by a large truck can be a devastating scene. What is different about […]
Fighting for financial compensation after a personal injury
It is a sad reality that each year thousands of Oklahoma residents suffer injuries in a wide variety of ways. Motor vehicle accidents, for example, are probably the most common accidents that lead to serious injuries, but there are other causes as well, including so-called “slip-and-fall” accidents, medical malpractice and even unsafe work conditions, among […]
What to know before becoming a cycling commuter
Most adults flirt with the idea of biking into work, especially if they live nearby because there are so many benefits to bike for your commutes such as sustainability, health and reduced costs. However, there are some essential tips and tricks to consider before hopping onto your bike next Monday morning. Start small Most cyclists […]
Do prison injuries violate the Constitution?
Prison exists for a reason. But inmates deserve freedom from inhumane conditions. According to a recent report, countless U.S. prisoners face horrendous circumstances, many of which violate their fundamental human rights. In one instance, a prisoner in Alabama got doused with bleach and beaten with a broken mop handle. Another got attacked with hot shaving […]
5 common warehouse safety hazards for workers
Each day, thousands of Oklahomans spend their day working in warehouses across the state, helping store and distribute everything from food for grocer’s shelves to what consumers order on Amazon. Since the beginning of 2018, the United States has seen an increase of warehouse workers, up about 1 million, in an industry where about 5% […]
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