If you are disabled and unable to work, understanding the programs available to assist you is important. Two of the largest federal programs are Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). We have discussed the benefits of these programs earlier, along with the need for you to seek experienced legal help for questions… Read More »
More than a decade ago, manufacturers began marketing a different kind of toy magnet. Unlike the ferrite magnets usually associated with toys for children, neodymium iron boron, or rare-earth magnets, became an executive curiosity for adults, and a dangerous attraction for children. With their small size and powerful cohesion, these small magnets marketed as BuckyBalls… Read More »
With age or a degenerative condition, many people suffer from hip pain. When less invasive treatment options fail, hip replacement or resurfacing may be suggested to alleviate pain and restore mobility. In the last decade, metal hip implants were marketed as superior to traditional metal and plastic implants, a claim that time and litigation has… Read More »
In April, President Obama announced a sweeping research initiative intended to expand our knowledge of the human brain and our ability to treat ailments and injuries of the brain, including traumatic brain injury (TBI). Entitled Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN), the imitative is intended to map the brain and evoke an investigative and… Read More »
Our firm is focused on relieving the hardship experienced by our clients either through experienced representation in personal injury matters or by helping you apply for needed workers’ compensation or Social Security benefits. With personal injury or benefit assistance programs, knowledge of the process is of primary importance. Part of what we do is help… Read More »
A new study suggests limiting the work hours of resident physicians does not lead to patient death. In fact, mortality declined during the study period even though patients may have received fewer hours of care. It seems like common sense — if a doctor gets proper rest, the patient reaps the benefit. But preventable medical… Read More »
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified and engaged distracted driving as a serious threat to motorists in America. In June of last year, NHTSA released a Blueprint for Ending Distracted Driving, a comprehensive initiative involving state and federal regulations, automotive technology and driver behavior. In April of this year, NHTSA announced guidelines… Read More »
When a child is injured or killed in an accident caused by negligence, parents are often emotionally distraught and unsure about the best course of action. Aside from seeking immediate medical attention for the injuries your child has suffered, contacting an experienced attorney is the best way for you to protect your and your child’s… Read More »
The decision to place a loved one in the care of a nursing home is a serious one. It is often the best possible solution for an elderly person and his or her family. Unfortunately, the decision is a difficult one with elder abuse within nursing homes becoming a growing problem. Elder abuse can come… Read More »
If a pedestrian in Oklahoma is struck by a vehicle while walking outside of the crosswalk, he or she is not barred from filing a lawsuit to receive compensation for injuries that occurred as a result. The state has a comparative negligence system — Title 23, §12-§14 of the Oklahoma Statutes. This means that the… Read More »