Civil Law

The temperature soars during a typical Oklahoma summer, and the temperature in a car can rise more quickly than we know. A hot car can be a death trap for a child. Sometimes, a parent leaves the child inside while he or she runs into a store for a quick errand, not knowing that the car may heat up to dangerous levels before they return. Sometimes, a child can get trapped … [Read more...] about Am I Civilly Liable in Wagoner if I Break Into a Vehicle to Protect a Child?

If you were injured in a Wagoner car accident while riding as a passenger in a vehicle, the driver may be liable for your injuries.  Thus, you may be able to pursue a settlement against him or file an Oklahoma personal injury claim. However, before you can claim that the driver owes you compensation, there must be a determination of who was at fault for the … [Read more...] about Is the Driver Liable if I was Injured as a Passenger in a Wagoner Car Accident?

If you have been bitten by a dog in Wagoner, Oklahoma dog bite laws can protect you from costs associated with the situation. This includes but is not limited to medical bills, missed wages, or other expenses. Generally, you need to civilly pursue the animal's owner. A skilled Wagoner dog bite attorney can help you work out a settlement or file a claim for those … [Read more...] about Do Oklahoma Dog Bite Laws Allow Me to File a Lawsuit?

You have finally returned home from the hospital after a traumatic Wagoner OK car accident.  Your leg is in a cast and there are stitches across your skull. You won’t be able to return to work for another week or so.  You are already out a week’s worth of wages for the time you spent in the hospital. You have even received a few medical bills in your mailbox. Here are … [Read more...] about What You Need to Do After a Wagoner OK Car Accident

Negligence in Wagoner Oklahoma means that someone was expected to act with a reasonable amount of care in a particular circumstance and they did not. Furthermore, because of this person’s failure to act as society (and the law) expected them to act, you were injured. FAQ: Negligence in Wagoner Oklahoma Negligence in Wagoner Oklahoma is comprised of four simple … [Read more...] about What is Negligence in Wagoner Oklahoma?

If you believe that you have a valid Wagoner Oklahoma personal injury claim, it’s best to contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible so that you do not miss the deadline to file your claim. FAQ: Wagoner Oklahoma Personal Injury Claim The deadline before which you must file a Wagoner Oklahoma personal injury claim is called the statute of limitations.  Depending on the … [Read more...] about How Long Do I Have to File a Wagoner Oklahoma Personal Injury Claim?

Everyday thousands of people are injured in accidents of one kind or another. However, personal injury law can be complex and whether a person is injured in an auto accident, a slip and fall accident or by a defective product, people often have a hard time knowing if they have a personal injury case against the person or persons who caused the accident.Generally, when you are … [Read more...] about Do You Have A Personal Injury Case In Wagoner, Oklahoma?

The Social Security Administration provides financial and medical benefits to people who qualify for disability insurance.Under the Social Security Administration, there are two programs to which disabled individuals can apply to receive Social Security benefits: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – if you are disabled and have insufficient income and financial … [Read more...] about How To Know If You Qualify For SSDI Or SSI

If you are injured on the job in Oklahoma, you may be eligible to receive workers compensation. Oklahoma workers compensation laws allow you to be compensated for any medical expenses and any financial losses you suffer due to any work-related injury or illness. Here is a brief explanation of how you can determine if you are eligible for workers compensation in Oklahoma.What is … [Read more...] about How To Know If You Are Eligible For Workers Compensation in Oklahoma

Personal injury lawsuits have long been a part of our everyday life. All manner of accidents are bound to happen in a busy, industrialized world such as the one we live in. The primary cause in personal injury cases in Wagoner County is usually one of the following: Negligence, Mechanical fault of some type, or Unforeseen circumstances. While the … [Read more...] about Types Of Personal Injury Cases in Wagoner County