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Thursday, August 28, 2008

Common car accident injuries

A large portion of our clients come to us after suffering the effects of automobile accidents. Even low speed collisions can cause tremendous pain and suffering from head and neck trauma. Often this pain lingers for months or even years.

Whiplash is the popular term used to describe head and neck discomfort following injury to the neck's ligaments, muscles and tendons. Car accidents can bring about whiplash because the force of being impacted by a vehicle from behind causes these ligaments, muscles and tendons to move outside of their normal range of motion. Even low speed accidents can result in whiplash injuries - whether or not vehicle occupants are wearing a seatbelt.

Whiplash symptoms may manifest right after an accident or take several hours to develop; typically, the earlier the symptoms appear, the higher the odds of significant damage to the neck's soft tissues. Whiplash symptoms include the following:
  • Neck pain
  • Neck swelling
  • Headaches
  • Muscle spasms
  • Soreness on the back of the neck
  • Trouble moving your neck
  • Shooting pains from your neck into your shoulder or arm

It may be necessary to transport car accident victims with whiplash injuries directly to the emergency department via ambulance. Rescue personal will utilize a cervical collar to stabilize the patient's neck, and a long, flat board will restrict bodily movements until a doctor can perform an examination.

If you have recently experienced injuries from an automobile accident, Carr & Carr's years of experience helping automobile accident victims achieve the best possible outcomes can also guide you during this difficult time. We have offices located in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Fort Smith and Lowell, Arkansas.

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Friday, August 15, 2008

Daycare abuse

With so much dramatic media coverage of abusive behavior toward children in daycare environments, many parents come to believe that such abuse is more prevalent than it actually is. In reality, such cases occur only rarely. In our over 30 years of practicing law, we have helped families through the heartache and anguish of varied forms of abusive behavior towards children in the daycare setting. We understand families' rights and advocate for families on every front.

Parental Awareness
As parents, vigilance is the best tool we have to prevent occurrences of abuse. It is critical that we observe our child's behaviors and monitor for any suspicious changes. Is your child depressed or deeply unhappy about his/her daycare situation? Have sleeping habits changed? Has an inappropriate interest in sexual matters developed? All of these are red flags that a problem may be present.

Close Communication with Your Child
Communicate closely with your child from the earliest possible age. For very young children, this may mean "playing school" to help your child act out the events of the day and release any memories that may be troubling. Be sure to communicate with your child in a relaxed, non-judgmental setting, so opening up will be easy and ongoing communication will be assured.

Establishing Boundaries
Finally, have that critically important conversation with your child about his/her private boundaries. It is essential that children know what areas are off limits to others, and that they prepared to respond with a firm "no," or cries for help if necessary, the instant a caregiver attempts to cross those boundaries.

If you suspect the worst at your daycare facility, immediately remove your child from that setting and contact law enforcement. Our offices are located in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Fort Smith and Lowell, Arkansas. Our experience assisting families in crisis could help you as you address this frightening situation. Please contact Carr & Carr, Attorneys at Law today to schedule your private consultation.

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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Tulsa Jury's Verdict in Favor of Carr & Carr

Tulsa, Oklahoma- April 5, 2006

A Tulsa County Jury returned a verdict for $30,000, in favor of a Carr & Carr client today. Tye Smith from our Oklahoma City office tried the case for three days before the jury returned its verdict. The other driver, a State Farm insured, only had a $25,000 liability policy, resulting in an excess verdict against State Farm's insured. State Farm's attorneys argued it was a very minor impact with no damage to the rear of the plaintiff's vehicle and that the plaintiff was exaggerating his injuries. As is all too common in Tulsa County, the insurance company had Dr. Sami Framjee testify on behalf of its insured. As usual, Dr. Framjee testified the plaintiff only suffered a simple strain injury which would have only required one trip to the doctor. Apparently, the jury disagreed with Dr. Framjee. State Farm's top offer before trial was only $12,500. After the judge awards interest and costs to the verdict, it will nearly triple State Farm's best offer. At Carr & Carr, we will keep fighting for you.

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Carr & Carr Win Case Against State Farm

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma- April 18,2006

A jury returned a verdict in favor of a Carr & Carr client today in a case against State Farm. Brent Berry from the Oklahoma City office tried the case. The case was filed for uninsured motorist (UM) benefits against State Farm. State Farm argued that UM was not available because the vehicle was being driven by an unauthorized driver. The jury took only an hour to return a verdict stating that the driver did have permission, which will now require State Farm to pay our client the insurance benefits he deserves. At Carr & Carr, we are working for you.

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Patrick Carr & Laurie Koller Assist Public Citizen

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma- August 10, 2006

Patrick Carr & Laurie Koller assisted Public Citizen, the American Association of Law Libraries, the American Civil Liberties Union, the ACLU of Oklahoma Foundation, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation in asking a federal judge in Oklahoma City to award attorney fees to an individual who was sued by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for allegedly using file-sharing software. One of thousands of American citizens who have been threatened or sued by the RIAA, this Oklahoma woman stood up to the recording industry and successfully defended her innocence in over a year of litigation. The federal court will now decide whether the recording industry should pay her legal fees. At Carr & Carr, we are working for you.

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Carr & Carr are Active in our Local Communities

Wednesday March 28th, 2007

Eduardo V. Mora, Carr & Carr Case Manager,
attended the Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Seventh Annual "EXCELENCIA AWARDS DINNER," at the Crown Plaza Hotel in downtown Tulsa. The theme for this year's event was "Celabrando Juntos el Centenario"- "Celebrating the Centennial Together," in recognition of Oklahoma's Centennial Celebration of Statehood.

As a member of the Hispanic Chamber, Carr & Carr endeavors to stay active in our programs and events. Along with Eduardo, there were a number of politicians and business luminaries in attendance.

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Carr & Carr Expands Hispanic Outreach and Services

Wednesday April 4th, 2007

Tim Tipton, one of Carr & Carr's attorneys, and Eudardo Mora, Case Manager, participated in an organizational meeting of a newly forming legal society, tentatively named, the "Oklahoma Hispanic Bar Network." Under the auspices of the "Oklahoma Bar Association," The "Network" will consist of Attorneys, Judges, Law Professors, and Law Students of Hispanic decent. The statewide meeting was held on March 4th at 3pm at the Oklahoma Bar Association Headquarters in Oklahoma City, with a video conferencing link to the Tulsa County Bar Association Headquarters in Tulsa.


For more information on the "Network", contact: Saul G. Olivarez, Esq. at (405) 227-9700 or
saulolivarezz@gmail.com.

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Carr & Carr provides a Child Security Service, Again

Saturday May 19th, 2007 at 16th & Memorial

Carr & Carr is proud to sponsor a second "Carnaval Del Lavado"-"Hispanic Carnival and Car Wash" If you missed the last carnival, this is your chance to enjoy all the festivities, including food, drinks, prizes and music. Mark Cortner and Eduardo Mora will again be producing children's ID Cards at the Carr & Carr booth Our goal for this second event is to beat last event's record of 120 ID Cards produced at the first carnival. You are invited to bring your children ages 2 to 15 for a free permanent ID Card. We hope to see you there.

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Insurance Bad Faith- Clarendon National Insurance Company

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma- January 2008

Pat Carr & Laurie Koller recently represented an individual in an insurance bad faith case against Clarendon National Insurance Company & Health Plan Administrators. Carr & Carr's client had purchased a short term health insurance policy online from Clarendon. When she later made a claim due to an injury, the insurance company wrongfully rescinded her policy and denied her claim. The case was filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma and is now dismissed. The terms of the resolution are subject to a Confidentiality Agreement and cannot be disclosed.

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