Whether you are run down in a crosswalk while crossing the street, mauled by the neighbor’s dog, or rear-ended by a tractor-trailer, you might suffer debilitating injuries. Some injury victims are tempted to personally negotiate their legal claim for financial compensation with the at-fault party’s insurance company only to realize they have made a grave mistake after receiving a lowball settlement or no recovery at all. An insurance adjuster will salivate at the prospect of taking on a self-represented party because this is akin to a little league baseball player trying to face a major league pitcher. Our experienced Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys at Carr & Carr, Attorneys at Law, have provided an overview of ways that a skilled and experienced lawyer can add value to your case. Continue reading “Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney from Carr and Carr Injury Attorneys”
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What Are Punitive Damages?
In both Oklahoma, there are generally two categories of damages: compensatory and punitive. Compensatory damages are designed to compensate the injured person for things such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Punitive damages are different. Continue reading “What Are Punitive Damages?”
Bedsores In Nursing Homes Don’t “Just Happen”
Sometimes a loved one can sustain a bed sore, also known as a pressure sore, in a nursing home or assisted living center. A bedsore is not something that just happens because of old age. Instead, it is a sign of neglect by the nursing home staff. Bed sores typically occur when a patient has been lying in a bed or sitting in a wheelchair for too long of a time without being moved or rotated. Continue reading “Bedsores In Nursing Homes Don’t “Just Happen””
$1.5 Million Settlement Reached In Case After Liquor Store Sold Alcohol To Minor Who Died
Tulsa, OK – A civil lawsuit against a liquor store which sold alcohol to a minor who died in a car wreck recently settled on the second day of trial with $1.5 million going to the teenage victim’s family. Continue reading “$1.5 Million Settlement Reached In Case After Liquor Store Sold Alcohol To Minor Who Died”
Danger Alert: Exploding E-Cigarettes
There have been an alarming number of reports recently of electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes and vapors, exploding and causing serious injuries and burns. Although the Food and Drug Administration regulates e-cigarettes marketed for therapeutic purposes, it does not regulate all e-cigarettes or accessories of e-cigarettes, including batteries. Continue reading “Danger Alert: Exploding E-Cigarettes”
I was injured without my seatbelt on. Do I still have a case?
Fortunately, about 85% of drivers routinely wear seatbelts. However, there are still many drivers who don’t wear seatbelts sometimes. If you are in a car wreck, not having a seatbelt on can cause you to be more injured than if you were wearing one. Many people hurt in car wrecks that don’t have their seatbelts on wonder if they still have a case. In other words, does not having a seatbelt on prevent you from obtaining compensation for your injuries? The answer is No. We can still help you obtain compensation for your injuries, any lost wages and pain and suffering. Continue reading “I was injured without my seatbelt on. Do I still have a case?”
Tulsa County Jury Awards $2 Million Verdict To Family Of Child Injured At Day Care Center
Thanks to Tulsa World for covering this important verdict. The safety of children should be the number one priority of day cares. Continue reading “Tulsa County Jury Awards $2 Million Verdict To Family Of Child Injured At Day Care Center”
Can My Insurance Company Refuse To Pay My Claim in Oklahoma?
Your insurance company is not supposed to refuse to pay a valid and properly documented claim. If your company refuses to pay your claim, you have options available to you to protect your family and home. Continue reading “Can My Insurance Company Refuse To Pay My Claim in Oklahoma?”
Amusement Park Rides Not Always Safe Place For Family Fun
Summer fun means amusement parks for many families. Whether it’s a at local water park, a traveling carnival in a rural community, or a thrill ride at a vacation destination theme park, you expect the ride to be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. When safety rules are not followed, innocent people get hurt. Continue reading “Amusement Park Rides Not Always Safe Place For Family Fun”
Insurance Denial For Tornado Damage Might Be Bad Faith Claim
Homeowners whose houses were destroyed by the recent tornadoes in the Oklahoma City area may be having problems with their insurance providers, especially if the insurance carrier is Allstate. According to a story in Crain’s Chicago Business, under a program launched in October 2011, Allstate will pay only the actual cash value of a roof that needs to be replaced if the roof is more than 10 years old. Basically, if a homeowner with Allstate insurance needs a new roof — which very likely includes the majority of the homes recently damaged — they will have to cover the cost above the depreciated value of the roof under the House & Home program. Continue reading “Insurance Denial For Tornado Damage Might Be Bad Faith Claim”
Can I Get A Rental Car After An Accident?
Getting a rental car after you have been in an accident can certainly make a complicated time after a car crash less difficult for you and your family.
Whether you need to get to doctor appointments, physical therapy, work if you are able, or take children to school, having a rental car makes these things easier. At Carr & Carr Attorneys at Law, we can assist you with this sometimes-complicated process.
Continue reading “Can I Get A Rental Car After An Accident?”Carr & Carr Employees Share Spirit Of Giving With 11 Local Nonprofit Groups
As we have done for the past several years, Carr & Carr has treated its employees from both offices to a yummy lunch at Five Oaks Lodge just outside of Jenks. We play games and try to win prize money but the cash is not for ourselves; the prize money is donated to local non-profit groups. Each employee who wins one of the games gets to select the organization to receive their winning money. Continue reading “Carr & Carr Employees Share Spirit Of Giving With 11 Local Nonprofit Groups”
What Is A Statute Of Limitations?
If you have been injured in a car wreck or other manner due to someone else’s negligence, you need to be aware of the statue of limitations and how it can impact your case. A statute of limitations is the time limit which you have to file a lawsuit. Continue reading “What Is A Statute Of Limitations?”
Tire Defects Can Cause Rollovers, Wrecks, Injuries And Death
Defective tires can cause major problems for drivers — loss of control of your vehicle which can lead to a wreck, resulting in injury or death. A blowout or shredded tire on a car or truck can quickly cause a rollover accident, frequently at highway speeds. Continue reading “Tire Defects Can Cause Rollovers, Wrecks, Injuries And Death”
Airbag Accident Attorneys in Oklahoma
Airbag Injuries Can Be Caused By Defective Parts, Installation, Design, And More
Airbags in cars and trucks are designed to protect drivers and their passengers during a wreck. However, sometimes, they malfunction. As airbag injury attorneys, we have worked with clients whose airbags failed to deploy during a crash, and with people whose airbags deployed at improper times. Either way, defective airbags can severely injury innocent people. Injuries can be caused by inferior airbag parts, poor installation, faulty design or other factors. Continue reading “Airbag Accident Attorneys in Oklahoma”
Beware Of The First Offer From Insurance Companies
Let’s say you’ve been in a car wreck which wasn’t your fault. Within a couple of days, you likely will get a phone call from the at-fault person’s insurance company. The insurance representative wants to “help” by offering you some fast money right away. Continue reading “Beware Of The First Offer From Insurance Companies”
ATV Accidents
Every year, thousands of people are injured in the United States from accidents on all-terrain-vehicles (ATV), also known as four-wheelers and riding quads. While some of those accidents can be attributed to driver error, there are instances where the accident is caused by a defect in the ATV. Continue reading “ATV Accidents”
What’s A Fair Settlement Offer From An Insurance Company?
If you have been injured in an accident, such as a car accident, that wasn’t your fault, an insurance adjuster may contact you as soon as a few days after the accident. Typically, the adjuster will want to settle your claim before you’ve had a chance to contact an attorney. Almost always, the insurance company will offer you an amount of money that does not fairly compensate you for your medical bills, possible future medical bills and pain and suffering. While it may seem tempting to go ahead and settle early, it’s risky to do so because you do not know the full extent of your injuries so soon after the accident. Continue reading “What’s A Fair Settlement Offer From An Insurance Company?”
Are Bars And Restaurants Liable For Damages Caused By Drunk Drivers?
Over a century ago, the United States enacted laws that punished businesses for selling alcohol to minors and to those people who are visibly intoxicated by alcohol. The businesses would also be held responsible for damages caused by either the intoxicated person or the minor. Continue reading “Are Bars And Restaurants Liable For Damages Caused By Drunk Drivers?”
What If I’m In A Car Wreck In A Rental Car in Oklahoma?
Being in a car wreck is never an easy situation and being in a rental car crash is even more complicated.
Continue reading “What If I’m In A Car Wreck In A Rental Car in Oklahoma?”
