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% […]
What to do when a loved one suffers a serious injury in jail
When you have a loved one in who is incarcerated, you more than likely worry about their safety. Being in prison comes with the risk of suffering an injury. Sometimes, injuries are the result of fights, due to improper treatment by corrections officers or because of dangerous conditions. Last September, inmates at several Oklahoma prison […]
Victims’ families can suffer if they die in a crash
People don’t expect to say goodbye to their loved ones for the last time. But when they die due to the negligence of another driver, it can turn their lives upside-down. If the deceased loved one was the primary breadwinner, it could lead to financial uncertainty. In many cases, it’s the last thing families want […]
Sooner State not the best for teen drivers according to study
Oklahoma may not be the best place for teen drivers. According to data from WalletHub, the Sooner State ranked 47 out of 50 for the best states for adolescent drivers. That’s only above others like Mississippi, Nebraska and South Dakota. Why Oklahoma ranks so low WalletHub took several factors into account when calculating its results, […]
Fatigue still a deadly issue for emergency medical workers
It is never an ideal time to insist on ideal conditions for emergency medical services workers. The reason is in their job title, and every day can bring multiple life-or-death emergencies. But with every emergency and every long shift, the problem of fatigue has the chance to bring tragic, preventable outcomes. EMS operations have had […]
Is a “third party” is at fault for your work injury?
An injury or illness from your job can be scary in a lot of ways. Besides your health, you may worry about becoming unemployed and unable to pay medical bills, feed yourself and your family, pay rent and meet other needs. And that is why every state has a workers’ compensation program. But worker’s comp […]
How do Oklahoma insurance subrogation laws work?
After a car accident occurs, most injured parties will file claims with their insurance policyholders. Depending on the coverage, a policy may cover the resulting medical bills and property damage. Though many drivers can put the accident behind them at this point, insurance companies have more work ahead. Insurance companies will seek reimbursement for covered […]
COVID-19 and workers’ comp: 5 FAQs
COVID-19 raises a host of issues regarding workers’ compensation… In this post, we will address some frequently asked questions. Does work comp generally cover viruses, such as the flu? Regular diseases and viruses, including MRSA, the common cold, and the flu are not covered under workers’ compensation and historically have not been covered. Generally speaking, regular diseases […]
What do Americans really think about texting and driving?
Texting and driving is dangerous. By now, this a well-known fact, isn’t it? According to a study conducted by The Zebra, an auto and home insurance marketplace, most of their respondents understand that texting and driving is a distracting and negligent act. What’s something many of the respondents didn’t know? What laws have their state […]
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