24 Oct

Common Injuries from Truck Accidents and Legal Options

Because trucks are such large vehicles that can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when they collide with another smaller vehicle, the aftermath can be catastrophic. It is usually the driver and their passengers in the smaller vehicle who sustain the brunt of the property damages and physical bodily harm. Since this is generally the case, when a truck accident happens because of negligence on behalf of the truck driver, the trucking company, or any other entity associated with [...]

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16 Oct

How to Prove Negligence in Pedestrian Accident Cases

Walking can help you get from place to place and also keep you healthy with exercise that is low impact. It can be a motivation for you to get outside more and enjoy some fresh air or ensure that your pup gets his or her daily steps in. However, while populated areas pose more risk for pedestrians to be in an accident than areas with a lower population, there is always a chance that when you go out for [...]

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09 Oct

Legal Rights of Passengers in Car Accidents

When a car accident happens, drivers can be injured, but so can their passengers. In the event of a car accident where you were a passenger and you were harmed, knowing your rights in this situation is important. There are tens of thousands of Americans killed in car accidents every year and millions injured. Many of these car accident victims are passengers. It may be possible for passengers who are hurt in car accidents to obtain compensation for the damages [...]

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03 Oct

What to Do If You Are Injured at Work in Oklahoma City: Workers’ Compensation Basics

Whether you work in one of the most dangerous industries or not, anyone can be injured when they go to work. If you were injured on the job in Oklahoma, it is important to know what to do and how to protect your rights. For assistance after a workplace accident, you are welcome to reach out to an Oklahoma City personal injury attorney at the Putnam Law Office. How to Handle a Workplace Accident in Oklahoma You are under no obligation to [...]

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25 Sep

Rental Car Accidents in Oklahoma: Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities

No matter how minor or major a car accident is, car accidents can be stressful, shocking, and disrupt your day. Of course, the most serious accidents can be the most devastating, but even dealing with the aftermath of a fender bender can be overwhelming. If you were in an accident in a rental car in Oklahoma, you may be unclear about what your rights are and how you can recover compensation for your damages. An Oklahoma City personal injury attorney [...]

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19 Sep

Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

Slip-and-fall accidents are not benign events. They can cause serious injuries and can also be fatal. Slip-and-fall accidents can happen almost anywhere. They can take place in parking lots, in stores, in businesses, in amusement parks, in homes, and more. If premises are not maintained appropriately and are neglected, then they can be dangerous. While anyone can be harmed in a slip-and-fall event, there are certain populations who are more vulnerable to suffering the most severe injuries. Specifically, senior citizens, [...]

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12 Sep

The Impact of Weather on Traffic Accidents in Oklahoma

When the weather is bad, driving can become a more difficult task. Depending on how inclement the weather is, avoiding driving can be the best thing to do. Despite the impact weather can have on driving conditions, all drivers have a duty to behave responsibly while operating their vehicles, no matter what the weather is like outside. According to the General Services Administration Office of Motor Vehicle Management, driver error is responsible for 98% of crashes in the United States. [...]

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05 Sep

Modifying Child Custody Orders in Oklahoma: When and How to Do It

If you share a child with another person but are no longer in a committed relationship with that individual, then it is likely that you have child custody orders for how your child will be cared for and who has custody of them. Child custody orders are legally binding agreements between parents. It is imperative that each party abides by the terms of their established child custody orders. Life changes, though, and as a result, there are times when child [...]

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28 Aug

Injuries at Construction Sites: Legal Recourse for Workers

Construction sites are usually active environments with many people and machines moving about during the day and night. With so much going on, construction sites can be dangerous, and everyone working on an active site has to stay focused and alert to their surroundings. However, since the work is done in such a dynamic environment, even the most veteran construction workers can be harmed on the job. If you are a construction worker and you were injured while on the [...]

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22 Aug

Navigating the Legal Process After a Wrongful Death in an Accident

An unexpected death can upend a family and the lives of loved ones left behind. When an unexpected death happens because of the negligent actions of another party, families can have an extremely difficult time coping with how the fatal accident happened and why. Also, having to think of taking legal action can be very overwhelming at a time that is likely already incredibly stressful. A wrongful death claim may be warranted, however. The financial ramifications that arise out of [...]

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