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It can be challenging to remain calm and collected after a car accident, but it’s essential to try all the same. You may be injured and feeling scared, angry, or upset, but you also have to think about your future. You might be concerned about how you’ll pay for medical care…

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are working from home than ever before. As workers in Oklahoma transitioned from offices to remote settings, many began to wonder whether the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Act covers injuries sustained while working remotely. While the Workers’ Compensation Act indeed covers most…

If you are a senior citizen in Oklahoma or are living with a disability, here are some Social Security changes for 2021 you should be aware of: Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) Raise One of the recent changes to Social Security disability benefits that will come as a welcome relief…

If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident, workers’ compensation benefits can provide a valuable financial lifeline while you’re unable to work. Unfortunately, there are many points in the workers’ compensation process where a mistake can hurt your claim, resulting in reduced benefits or denials. The Oklahoma workers’ compensation lawyers at Ryan…

The 100 days of summer stretching between Memorial Day and Labor Day are ominously referred to as the “100 deadliest days” for teenage drivers. That’s because the rate of fatal motor vehicle accidents involving teens increases during this period. Data from AAA shows an average of 7 teen driving deaths…

In 2014, the federal government gave U.S. states the option to expand Medicaid coverage eligibility to more low-income adults. On June 30th, 2020, Oklahoma voters approved the passage of State Question 802, which effectively brought Medicaid expansion within the state Constitution. The expansion is slated to cost approximately $1.3 billion,…

Nine people were injured, including six children, following a recent Muskogee County crash. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, but the crash reminds us of how quickly tragedy can strike. Details of the Incident  A Chevy pickup with a driver and five passengers was traveling northbound on State Highway 2…

Nursing home residents were among the first Americans to receive doses of the COVID-19 vaccine since they are at greater risk than other population groups. Unfortunately, the roll-out has presented significant challenges for residents. As a result, this has placed undue burdens on their loved ones and the nursing home…

The rollout of an effective vaccine to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus brings new hope to many individuals working in high-risk jobs. At the same time, it raises the question of whether employers can require workers to get vaccinated. More than 60% of Americans plan to get vaccinated…

When you’re ready to step up the safety of your driving experience and keep up with maintaining your car’s efficiency, smartphone apps can actually help. They cover everything from recalls, to preventing distracted driving, to car seat safety, and maintenance reminders. Best of all, they’re free. The most effective apps…