Working in retail often means you spend long shifts performing repetitive tasks, whether it’s working the cash register or stocking merchandise. This extended wear on your body makes you more likely to sustain an injury while working. Musculoskeletal...
What kind of treatments help a traumatic brain injury?
Even when wearing a helmet, motorcycle riders and passengers are incredibly vulnerable on Oklahoma roads. They do not have the same measures of protection as other motorists on the road and are exposed to the elements. This exposure can heighten the risk of a severe...
Full coverage insurance may not cover everything in an accident
If you get into an accident, you expect full coverage car insurance to help you cover the cost of damage and medical expenses. But what does full coverage actually mean? Each different insurance company has a different definition of full coverage. A combination of...
These 3 toxic chemicals are harming construction workers
Construction sites pose serious injuries. When working on a construction site, safety is a huge concern. There are many different safety issues to consider, including following safety rules and using equipment properly. Another safety issue not commonly thought of is...
Is my job protected while I am out on workers’ comp?
Oil field workers, warehouse workers, construction workers, personal care assistants and a multitude of other professionals work strenuous jobs that have certain risks. Sometimes these jobs lead to injuries that require filing a workers’ compensation claim. Many...
Court rules failed drug test does not affect workers’ comp
For injured Oklahoma workers, a recent court ruling may give them more access to care, even if they test positive for drugs. According to The Oklahoman, the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals recently ruled an injured worker should not be denied workers’...
Dangerous roads in Oklahoma
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, there were over 70,000 car accidents in Oklahoma in 2016. Could the amount of accidents be due to dangerous roads that lie within the state? What are the most dangerous roads in Oklahoma and why? ...
Can I sue my employer for my workplace injury?
You likely know about workers’ compensation and how you can apply to receive benefits if you suffer a work injury. But, you may wonder whether you can simply sue your employer in civil court instead. Perhaps you may be thinking that, given your specific...
Is PTSD covered under workers’ comp?
Most people understand that if you deserve to have your employer cover the cost of your on-the-job physical injuries. Often there is not nearly as much focus on how jobs can cause emotional damage to employees. If the nature of the job is particularly distressing, an...
Receiving noneconomic damages for your loved one’s death
Your family suffers a devastating loss after your loved one dies due to a drunk driver in Oklahoma City. You know that no amount of economic or noneconomic damages could ever remedy your grief, but you feel that you deserve some compensation for your loved one's...
