In what circumstances will workers’ compensation refuse to pay?
In Oklahoma, anyone hurt in the workplace generally has the right to pursue a workers’ compensation claim. There are exceptions, but on the whole, it is a worker’s right to make a claim when they suffer a workplace injury. What kind of benefits can people expect, though? According to the workers’ compensation information page by […]
Oklahoma’s older roads are causing problems
Drivers need to consistently adjust to their surrounding environments. When it rains, they need to slow down and turn on the windshield wipers. When it is windy, they need to have a firm grip on the steering wheel and stay close to the middle of their lane. Unfortunately, some accidents aren’t the result of failing […]
When is a car accident most likely to occur?
Although it is probably not something you want to think about as you get behind the wheel, a motor vehicle accident could happen anywhere, anytime. While you do your best to remain alert and focused on the road, what statewide crash statistics suggest might interest you. Data provided by the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office breaks […]
5 killed in explosion: Companies face citations
On Aug. 1, a report came out explaining the deaths of five workers who were located at an Oklahoma drilling rig when it exploded. According to the report, Patterson-UTI Drilling has been cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in relation to the deaths. Two other companies, Crescent Consulting LLC and Skyline Directional […]
Are you struggling financially after a work injury?
We all go to work in order to pay the bills and take care of our family. To do this, we must be physically able and healthy enough to perform the tasks at hand. Therefore, if you work in a job such as construction, factory work or mining role that requires physical ability, you depend […]
Injured in the workplace? Here’s what to do next
Getting injured is never fun, especially if you get injured while you are working. When you are injured you want to get the care that you need so that you can make a speedy recovery. What is workers’ compensation? All Oklahoma employers are legally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, so that when one […]
When can you hold trucking companies responsible for accidents?
Commercial trucking accidents are some of the most devastating collisions on the road. The sheer size and mass of these vehicles can easily crush most over vehicles and cause serious injury or death to anyone involved. That was the tragic circumstance in Ninnekah, a small town near Oklahama City, recently. According to state trooper reports, […]
Why might your workers’ compensation claim be denied?
The workers’ compensation system protects Oklahoma workers if they experience a work-related injury or illness. If your claim is successful, you may be able to recover medical care costs, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages and payment for permanent disabilities. Additionally, this system pays benefits to family members if they lose a loved one in a work-related […]
Injuries caused by rear end accidents
There are many consequences you could encounter after being involved in a rear end collision. You may be faced with financial decisions to make or legal aftermath. One effect you may be feeling concerns your physical health. Being in an accident can have a severe impact on you. You may have suffered an injury after […]
Study finds that mental health may affect work safety for women
Female workers in Oklahoma might be more likely to be injured at work if they are suffering from fatigue or mental health issues. According to a study that appeared in the “Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine,” anxiety, depression and fatigue may all increase the likelihood that a woman will be injured at work. Male […]