Oklahoma motorcyclist killed on highway in Edmond
A 31-year-old Oklahoma motorcyclist was killed when police say he was struck by a 2013 Mercedes Benz traveling more than 100 miles per hour. The driver, an Oklahoma City cardiologist, was charged with second-degree murder in connection with the crash, which occurred on Interstate 35 in Edmond. He was granted $150,000 bond and released from […]
Man denied workers’ compensation for post-traumatic stress
In news out of Oklahoma, there is an interesting story about a former cameraman who has been denied workers’ compensation despite claiming that he has post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The videographer worked for a television station and spent his time covering tragic events throughout the state and elsewhere. The man, who formerly worked at KOKH […]
Employers must allow you to file a workers’ compensation claim
Workers’ compensation is an important safety net for those who get hurt on the job. It’s there to provide a source of income and financial support when you’re unable to work due to an on-the-job injury. To qualify for workers’ compensation, employees need to let their employers know that they’ve been hurt. Once they do […]
Can an employer stop you from filing a claim after an injury?
Workers’ compensation is an important protection for those who get hurt on the job. It means they can focus on recovery without worrying about the expense of seeking medical help. It also helps with new training if it’s needed and even covers some lost wages. With workers’ compensation, most people believe it’s an entitlement regardless […]
Get the help you need after an injury on the job
If you are hired to work for an employer in Oklahoma, then you should be covered by workers’ compensation in the case of an injury. There is no waiting period to be covered by workers’ compensation, so even if you are hurt on the first day of the job, you still have the opportunity to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]