Social Security Disability is a government program that pays monthly benefits to individuals who become disabled before they reach retirement age. The average person receives $1,234 per month in benefits, but the maximum one can receive is $2,861. If you have a disability that prevents you from performing the work you did prior to becoming …
Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Oklahoma?
DUI checkpoints are legal in Oklahoma and could result in drunk driving charges. Drunk driving is a common problem throughout Oklahoma and puts the driver and other motorists on the road at risk for potentially serious car accidents and injuries. For this reason, law enforcement officials are aggressive in apprehending offenders while prosecuting attorneys do …
Are You Still Protected with a Medicinal Marijuana Card Out of State?
While medical marijuana is legal in Oklahoma, having your card with you may not help in other states. Laws permitting the medicinal use of marijuana are sweeping the country. That said, while medical marijuana became legal in our area back in 2018, some states are still lagging behind. If you have a medical marijuana card, …
Construction Workers at Risk for Brain Injuries
As experienced Oklahoma workers’ compensation attorneys, we help construction workers get the benefits they are entitled to when brain injuries occur. Construction sites are dangerous places. Hazardous materials and construction debris can put workers at risk, as can the massive equipment in operation and the variety of tasks they are required to perform. Brain injuries …
Who is Liable for an Accident in a Self-Driving Car?
If you are in an accident involving a self-driving car, the manufacturer may be to blame. Self-driving cars have been making headlines across the nation. Originally heralded as a way to help reduce the high number of motor vehicle accidents that occur each year throughout the country, they are now the subject of controversy after …
Common Workplace Safety Violations
Workplace safety violations increase your risk for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Work-related accidents and injuries can happen in any career field and on any type of job site. There are some occupations that are inherently more dangerous than others, however. In these situations, safety rules and regulations are put in place to protect employees. The …
Do You Qualify for a Personal Injury Case?
If you have suffered losses due to injuries caused by the reckless actions of another person, you may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury case. Personal injuries are often incurred during events referred to as âaccidents’. While they may have occurred unintentionally, the fact is they are often due to the reckless and …
Oklahoma Supreme Court Strikes Down Lawsuit Cap
The Oklahoma Supreme Court recently struck down a state law that limits the amount of noneconomic damages personal injury victims may be entitled to in claims. Personal injuries can be caused by a number of different factors. Motor vehicle accidents, slips, trips, or falls, and getting struck by or against objects are all common examples …
Should I Go See an I.M.E After I am Injured at Work?
In the aftermath of a job-related injury, you may be required to see an independent medical examiner (IME) in order to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits in Oklahoma. When on-the-job injuries happen, the impact on every area of your life can be severe. Even relatively minor injuries can prevent you from working while leaving you …
Could Medical Marijuana Impact Workers’ Comp?
Medical marijuana is legal in Oklahoma, but individuals applying for workers’ compensation should understand how it could affect their claim. In 2018, Oklahoma’s legislature legalized medical marijuana. Unlike other states, anyone who has a prescription from a physician can purchase and consume medical marijuana in any form. The law does not limit the use of …
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