Edmond Oklahoma Personal Injury Law Blog
Returning to work after a pedestrian accident
Those involved in pedestrian accidents have many different issues to consider. For example, if you sustained a serious injury, you need to think about the different ways in which your life will change as a result of the accident. Whether you are unable to work again,...
Who is liable in trucking crashes caused by mechanical failures?
Semi-trucks and big rigs are involved in thousands of crashes on Oklahoma’s roadways every year, and the results of these crashes can be catastrophic. For victims and their families, determining who is liable for these crashes is the first step to getting the...
What must you prove in a medical malpractice case?
Medical malpractice lawsuits represent some of the most complicated court cases. Why? Because few nonmedical people, probably including you, understand medical terms and procedures. This makes it difficult for a judge and jury to comprehend exactly what happened to...
How are nursing home abuse and neglect different?
Nobody likes to imagine somebody hurting their loved ones, particularly when said loved ones cannot defend themselves. Taking care of your elderly loved ones is of paramount importance, which is likely why your family made the decision to transition your loved one...
What is vicarious liability?
Medical malpractice cases may seem simple, but they are anything but. For instance, if you have a medical malpractice claim, do you know who exactly you should sue? You may automatically think that the doctor responsible for the malpractice is directly legally...
How do the hours of services rules impact drivers?
The federal government sets hours of service rules. Business Insider explains the most recent change to the hours of service rules is the implementation of the use of electronic-logging devices, which many drivers feel do more harm than good. Basic rules The hours of...
Suspected drunk driver kills 4 Durant teens
While most people in Edmond likely realize that the threat experiencing a car accident is ever-present, few may ever anticipate having to deal with one. This confidence likely comes from the assumption that their strong driving skills are enough to help them avoid...
Nursing homes may misuse antipsychotic drugs to control residents
When Oklahoma families decide whether a nursing home is a good fit for their loved ones, they may need to research whether some facilities misuse antipsychotic drugs to control residents. We have helped clients advocate for the best interests of their family members...
Recognize the signs of nursing home abuse
Your parents and grandparents cared for you while you were growing up. Now it is time for you to ensure their safety. If they are in a nursing home, you do not want them abused. In 2019, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services conducted over 3,000 abuse...
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Oklahoma?
Many states in the country have their own laws and definitions about what constitutes a wrongful death, but what happens when that loss of life takes place in Oklahoma? The Oklahoma State Courts Network defines this phrase as a wrongful or omitted act committed by one...
