by Colbert Cooper Hill Attorneys
When you’re traveling, getting in a car accident is the last thing on your mind. Car rentals are convenient for people who travel or those who prefer not to put extra miles on their vehicle. Although no one expects to be in a rental car accident, you should always be prepared. In the event you’re in an accident that is not your fault, you still need to inform the rental company and your insurance company of the incident. Insurance policies vary, and how you should proceed will depend on your particular policy. (more…)
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Hurt on the Job? Oklahoma City Workers’ Comp Lawyers Can Fight For You
The National Fire Protection Association reported, “An estimated 374,000 U.S. homes catch fire annually.” Fires occur daily in the United States for reasons such as smoking, lighting candles, electrical issues, and cooking. Firemen place their lives in danger every day to save others. Although people realize the dangers involved with putting out fires, many people are unaware that firefighters also have an increased risk of being diagnosed with cancer. (more…)
by Colbert Cooper Hill Attorneys
Author: Ken Nunn, Esq.
Many people are unable to afford a new car. For this reason, leasing a vehicle has become a popular alternative. Statista stated, “29.83 percent of the new cars in the U.S. were on lease in the first quarter of 2018.” This increase in leased vehicles has raised questions for many Americans on what to do if they’re in an accident in a leased vehicle, and for good reason. There are particular requirements that one needs to follow after being in an accident in a leased vehicle. If these specific actions are not followed, you could owe money to the leasing agency for not abiding by the contract rules. (more…)
by Jonathan
If you haven’t already heard about the dangers of distracted driving, you soon will. Our Oklahoma car accident lawyers at Colbert Cooper Hill Attorneys say that because a law was recently passed that will allow law enforcement to stop and cite many of our state’s inattentive motorists. (more…)
by Jonathan
Riding motorcycles can be an extremely rewarding hobby; however, our Oklahoma motorcycle accident lawyers at Colbert Cooper Hill Attorneys would like to remind citizens that motorcycles offer riders little protection in the event of a collision and the injuries a motorcyclist suffers can be long-lasting. (more…)
by Jonathan
Talc is a natural substance used in the manufacture of more than 44,200 cosmetic and medical products sold in the United States today. Unfortunately, asbestos—a toxic substance that is also found in the Earth—naturally occurs in talc mines. Although the asbestos is typically removed before making it to market, it can taint talcum powder if it is not properly harvested and quality control standards aren’t met. (more…)
by Jonathan
This past weekend marked our nation’s independence with the 4th of July holiday. While a majority of Oklahomans remained safe over the last few days, a handful of others were seriously injured or killed. (more…)
by Jonathan
This weekend is the 4th of July and for many, that means it’s time to hit the road for a vacation. According to an article from the Skiatook Journal, estimates show there will be 41.9 million Americans traveling farther than 50 miles from home—around 556,200 of whom are Oklahomans. (more…)
by Jonathan
Considering more than half of all initial Social Security Disability claims are denied, it comes as no surprise that getting these benefits can be a long and arduous process. It seems as though a new process in filing appeals of a Social Security Disability denial is helping to relieve these wait times though. (more…)
by Jonathan
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that’s used in many construction materials because of its insulating and fire-resistant properties. However, exposure to asbestos can lead to the development of a deadly form of cancer known as mesothelioma. (more…)
