Contrary to popular belief, medical malpractice is far from being merely a frivolous lawsuit. Often, it is perceived as an unnecessary legal proceeding that is initiated by patients or clients who would like to hold their doctors unreasonably liable for a mishap or a physical condition. The truth, however, is that medical malpractice is a…
While single-income households are still the norm on TV, the truth is fewer and fewer households are relying on just the father to bring home the bacon. According to a 2012 Pew Center study, about 60% of all respondents indicated that both mom and dad are employed. The upside to this “new normal” is that…
If you have been involved in an accident and you feel that you have cause to file a claim, it’s important that you first consult a personal injury lawyer in Oklahoma. It can be a tedious process, with lots of necessary administrative procedures, that you may very well need professional help to accomplish the requirements.
Getting into a car accident in Oklahoma or elsewhere, the least you can expect is to be inconvenienced with small damages. A cracked windshield, for instance, or a couple of chips in your car’s paint. In these cases, it’s only a matter of exchanging information between the drivers involved, and their respective insurance companies will…
This article was published on the AllLaw.com website and written by Dani Alexis Ryskamp. It is a great source to learn more about Oklahoma Personal Injury Laws & Statutory Rules. In this article, we explore some important points of Oklahoma personal injury law. These laws come into play in a wide range of injury cases,…
The oil and gas extraction industry has one of the most dangerous work environments, and oil workers constantly face numerous occupational hazards. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 529 fatal injuries in the industry from 2007 to 2011, with the highest number of fatalities occurring in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana respectively. It also estimates that…
5 Personal Injury Qualifications You Should Consider If you have sustained injuries due to the negligence of another person, government authority, company, or any other entity, you deserve fair compensation to ensure that a financial burden is not added to the physical burden you have already. It is important to find a good personal injury…
Medical malpractice occurs when a medical practitioner neglects to provide the appropriate treatment, gives substandard treatment that causes harm to the patient, or does not take appropriate action on behalf of a patient. The negligence can involve a medical error due to the diagnosis, health management, treatment, or aftercare process. A patient who has experienced…
The outcome of a car accident can be much more traumatizing and serious than most people would think. In addition to the damage to the vehicle, the driver or passenger can experience physical and emotional injuries from the accident. In fact, even a minor fender bender can result in serious neck and brain injuries to…
The holiday season should ideally be a time for festivities and having fun with family and friends. However, according to several safety and health organizations, it can also be a time for an increased number of accidents and injuries. From traveling to cooking to decorating, holiday activities pose real dangers, particularly when people are distracted…
