Oklahoma City Personal Injury Blog

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Can You Receive SSI and SSDI at the Same Time?

Disability benefits are meant to help those who are unable to work due to disability. For many applicants, it is possible to receive both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits at the same time. This is known as concurrent benefits.  However, only people who have SSDI payments below a certain…

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How Do Adjusters Determine Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?

Our Oklahoma City Car Accident Lawyers Are on Your Side One of the most important things after a vehicle accident in Oklahoma is determining who was at fault. Under our fault-based system, the at-fault driver (usually through their insurance provider) is responsible to pay for the damages suffered by anyone they injured. But that insurance…

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What Happens if I Was Hit by an Uninsured Driver in Oklahoma?

In the aftermath of a car accident, things can be chaotic and scary. If you have loved ones in the car with you, you are probably concerned about who has been hurt and how they were injured. Then you start to consider the damage to your car, and talking to the driver who hit you…

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Does Health Insurance Cover Motorcycle Accident Injuries?

You went out for a ride on your motorcycle, enjoying some fresh air and a nice breeze. But things took a turn for the worse, and now you’re suffering from motorcycle accident injuries. The good news is that most health insurance companies will cover your motorcycle accident injuries. However, it’s a good idea to double…

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Can You Get Social Security Disability in Oklahoma for a Mental Illness?

If you live in Oklahoma and suffer from a mental illness like bipolar disorder, major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, or schizophrenia, then you might qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits—but first, you need to know if you are eligible. This article will take a look at the conditions for SSDI eligibility, what social…

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What Is the Average Back and Neck Injury Settlement After a Car Accident?

Following a car accident, it is very common to experience a neck or back injury. Even a relatively low-speed crash can cause whiplash or other serious soft-tissue injuries, depending on how the crash occurred and the stresses put on your body. If you were the victim of another driver’s negligence, and you are suffering from…

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Will I Lose My Disability If I Work Part-Time?

Social Security Disability is meant to provide financial support to those who are incapable of working and making a living due to a disabling medical condition or illness. Normally, you have to be considered totally disabled and be significantly limited in your “ability to do basic work-related activities” in order to qualify. However, even among…

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What Are the Most Common Truck Accident Injuries?

An accident with a commercial truck can be devastating. A vehicle of that size (up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded) has an incredible amount of momentum. That means it doesn’t stop very easily, and can create a forceful impact even at relatively slow speeds. If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, it’s important that…

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How Long Does It Take to Get Social Security Disability?

Losing your source of income is likely to put you in a tight spot financially, which is a big source of stress. You must be wondering: how long until I can collect Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? That depends on a couple of factors. While all disability filers must wait a minimum of five…

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How Much Does a Social Security Disability Lawyer Cost?

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is frequently challenging and stressful. On top of that, if a disability is preventing you from working, you are undoubtedly facing financial struggle. When the debt around you is piling up, it’s natural to wonder whether hiring an attorney for your application or appeal is worth it.…

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I Didn’t Go to the Doctor After My Car Accident. Do I Still Have a Case?

The aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming. There are so many things to think about. Are you or your passengers injured? Is your car totaled? Can you still make it to your destination or is your whole day changed? Do you have groceries in the car that are going to spoil? Believe it…

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What to Do After an Amazon Truck Accident

Millions of people have taken advantage of the convenience of ordering online. Click on the item you desire, and voila! It shows up at your door, often within just a day or two. The problem with millions of packages being delivered daily is that commercial truck traffic has also increased. These drivers may be held…