Do robots make warehouses safer?
Working in an Oklahoma warehouse, you know the high risk of injury in your job. You and all the other employees move around at a quick pace to meet production demands. Loose items on the floor, spills and forklifts add to the dangers you face every day. To reduce the risk of injury, some warehouses […]
How the 2 types of spinal cord injures differ?
According to the Shepherd Center, there are an estimated 17,500 individuals who are newly diagnosed with a spinal cord injury (SCI) each year here in Oklahoma and elsewhere in the United States. All but 19% of the newly diagnosed patients are men. Many of these indivduals’ injuries happen while they’re playing sports, during falls, in […]
Oklahoma nursing home, assisted living residents have rights
When we help our loved ones take the next step in their lives and move into an assisted living facility or nursing home, we expect that they will be well taken care of and treated with respect. However, we’ve also heard the horror stories about such living situations gone awry. So what are the signs […]
Injured Oklahoma worker compensated after failing drug test
Oklahoma has one of the most progressive medical marijuana programs in the country, making it available to anyone who can obtain a physician’s recommendation for the drug for any reason. It’s probably no surprise that Oklahoma has already seen the issue of post-accident drug testing for worker’s compensation entitlement go to the courts. The Oklahoma […]
What does recent data say about truck accidents?
Truck accidents happen for many reasons, but they often result in serious or fatal injuries for individuals in smaller vehicles. Due to the larger size and heavier weight of commercial trucks, they can inflict serious damage on smaller vehicles, even when going at a slow rate of speed. Collisions involving semitrailers and large commercial vehicles are a […]
The 2 ways speeding increases road dangers
Speeding is something that many drivers do every time they get behind the wheel. If we’re all honest, it’s something we’ve done before. Maybe it was the joy of cruising at high speeds when you were young, maybe it was to counter running late for work, or maybe you just “lightly” break the speed limit […]
Red light accidents are on the rise, and smartphones are to blame
Your smartphone is an important part of your life, and it is easy to see why. Smartphones are actually much more than just phones. They act as a communication device, entertainment provider, GPS guide and much, much more. Unfortunately, smartphones can also be very addictive. Drivers are increasingly using smartphones while behind the wheel, and it is causing an increase in red light accidents and […]
What can you expect from the claims process after an accident?
Are you the victim of an accident caused by another person? Are you suffering because of the negligent or reckless actions of someone else? If so, you may have grounds to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. You may know that you have the right to seek legal recourse, but where should you start […]
What will your return to work be like after a job-related injury?
Returning to work after an on-the-job accident is not always easy. After your work injury and your recovery, you may hope that you can get back to work and that your life will return to normal. In order to accomplish this, you may need extra support and help. Some work-related injuries are relatively simple, requiring […]
Do not turn your wheels before turning left
When you are driving and need to turn left, how do you do it? If you’re like most drivers, you probably pull up to the intersection and stop, with your wheels already turned to the left. You watch the oncoming cars. When you find a break in the traffic, you accelerate through the gap and […]