February 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
Dogs have the potential to be extremely dangerous—especially for children. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that more than four million people are attacked by dogs nationwide each year—with children being both more likely to be bitten and more likely to be seriously injured. As a parent, you should make a proactive effort to protect… read more
February 17, 2024 | Personal Injury
Accidents happen. The National Center for Health Statistics reports that 40 million people seek emergency room support for injuries each year. If you were hurt in an accident caused by the negligence of any other party, you have the right to bring a personal injury claim to seek financial compensation for your damages. Unfortunately, getting a… read more
December 21, 2023 | Personal Injury
A sudden encounter with a dog, whether at a dog park, on a walking trail, or within the confines of someone’s home, can turn unexpectedly distressing when a bite occurs. Not only is it a frightening and traumatic experience, but it also inflicts serious pain. It might also potentially lead to severe health complications. In… read more
December 14, 2023 | Personal Injury
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience, and our deepest condolences go out to those facing such a profound loss. At McGuire Law Firm, we recognize the challenges that grieving family members endure during such trying times. In an effort to offer support, we aim to provide valuable information to guide families through… read more
April 3, 2023 | Personal Injury
For most people, the thought of jury duty is not a pleasant one. You get paid a minimum amount of money and may have to spend hours waiting and listening to court testimony. This might not seem like much incentive to take you away from your daily responsibilities and family. However, is it possible to… read more
February 28, 2023 | Personal Injury
How much time will it take from the day you are injured until the day you deposit the settlement check into your bank account? Typically, it takes a few weeks to a few months. Under unusual circumstances, it might take longer. Ultimately, many factors could play a role in the speed with which the opposing… read more
November 27, 2022 | Personal Injury
Attorney-client privilege is a rule of evidence that prevents your lawyer from testifying about private communications between the two of you. A closely related concept is called attorney-client confidentiality. The purpose of both rules is to encourage clients to speak candidly with their lawyers. Attorney-Client Privilege The attorney-client privilege prevents your attorney from revealing confidential… read more
November 12, 2022 | Personal Injury
Were you injured in a slip and fall, a car accident, or another personal injury situation? An accident or injury can cause you to experience severe pain and suffering. You might also incur lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses. Under Oklahoma tort laws, you can pursue a claim for damages against the party who… read more
September 20, 2022 | Personal Injury
Many personal injury cases in Oklahoma City settle through negotiations with the other party’s insurance company. Your personal injury lawyer begins the negotiations by preparing and sending a settlement demand letter to the company. Drafting a compelling demand letter takes experience and skill. However, a correctly drafted settlement demand letter can increase the chance that… read more
July 26, 2022 | Personal Injury
Before you can collect compensation for a negligence claim, you must be able to show what a reasonable person would have done under the circumstances and how the defendant’s actions varied from this standard. This is necessary to help establish negligence in Oklahoma. If you were hurt in a slip and fall, car accident, motorcycle… read more