October 20, 2024 | Personal Injury
It is no secret that kids have accidents. According to data cited by Child Stats, American kids (ages 1 to 14) make more than three million emergency room visits for injuries each year. If your child was hurt because of the negligence of another party—whether a motorist, a property owner, a daycare facility, or a… read more
October 15, 2024 | Personal Injury
Personal injury trials are relatively uncommon. As reported by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BLS), only a small percentage of these cases are actually resolved through litigation. A settlement is more likely than a judgment/verdict. This raises an important question: How long will it take my personal injury claim to settle? The somewhat satisfying answer… read more
October 7, 2024 | Personal Injury
To bring a successful personal injury claim in Tulsa, you need to be prepared to prove liability and damages. Evidence is the foundation of any strong claim. In some personal injury cases, expert witnesses are called upon to help provide clarity. There are special rules and regulations regarding the use of expert witness testimony in… read more
October 2, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you injured in an accident caused by negligence in Edmond? If so, it is imperative that you are able to access compensation to pay your bills and support your family. A personal injury claim provides a path to financial compensation—including for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. With that being… read more
September 2, 2024 | Personal Injury
Did you know that rear-end collisions are the most common type of multi-vehicle crash? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that half of multi-car collisions in the United States are rear-enders. You may be wondering: Is the other driver automatically at fault if the rear-end me in Tulsa? The answer is technically “no”—though the… read more
August 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
Hurt in an accident in Oklahoma? You have the right to bring a claim to seek financial compensation for your damages—such as property loss, medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Most personal injury cases are handled by insurance companies. Unfortunately, they can make the legal process hard on people and families. You may… read more
August 15, 2024 | Personal Injury
In Oklahoma, personal injury liability is based on the legal concept of fault. To hold another party legally responsible for your accident, you generally need to prove that their negligence—failure to take due care—contributed to causing your injuries. Notably, our state uses a comparative negligence standard. It is effectively a proportionate responsibility system—and it can… read more
August 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
Every driver in Oklahoma who is involved in a crash has a duty to stop their vehicle, exchange information, and remain at the scene. The failure to do so is a criminal violation—it could even be a felony if a person flees the scene of a crash causing a serious bodily injury. Sadly, it does… read more
July 7, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you involved in a truck accident in Oklahoma? Unfortunately, semi-truck crashes are disproportionately likely to cause serious injuries. The average tractor-trailer is 72 feet—and it can weigh up to 40 tons when carrying a full load. Given the potential severity of these crashes, a comprehensive investigation is a must. Injured victims need justice. In… read more
July 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you hurt in a bad accident in Lawton or elsewhere in Comanche County? You have the right to seek compensation for your injuries from the at-fault party. As the personal injury claims process is complex, it is crucial that you have an experienced attorney on your side. This raises an important question: Is it… read more