Of all the widely used building materials in the world, asbestos is one of the most dangerous. For decades, it was prized for its flame-resistant properties, making it indispensable when constructing office buildings, schools, and around 30 million homes in the U.S. However, it was later discovered that asbestos exposure is linked to a deadly […]

When people file injury claims against other people or businesses, the money they receive via settlements usually comes from insurance policies. For example, all drivers in Oklahoma must carry liability insurance, which pays out to anyone they injure if they cause an auto accident. Many businesses also carry liability insurance in case someone is injured […]

The Fourth of July is almost here, and that means many Oklahomans will soon start stocking up on fireworks to celebrate Independence Day. Everyone knows fireworks can be dangerous, and there are many tragic stories in the news every year about people—including young children—who are seriously injured or even killed by fireworks. Enjoying fireworks is […]

Healthcare in America is a sensitive topic, but it’s commonly acknowledged that people with health insurance tend to get better treatment than people without it. While emergency rooms typically can’t turn away seriously injured or ill patients who are uninsured, these patients may be rushed out the door before getting all the care they need […]

When people are injured by a product, company, or individual party, they may file a lawsuit to recoup some of their damages. Most lawsuits are personal affairs that involve just the injured victim (plaintiff) and the party that’s accused of being negligent or at fault (defendant). But sometimes, many people suffer the same injuries or […]

At Parrish DeVaughn, it’s our job to get victims like you maximum compensation for their accidents and injuries. We believe there are few things in life more unfair than having to pay out of pocket for medical bills, lost wages, and other injury-related costs when you weren’t at fault. But for many people, getting a […]

All injuries have the potential to cause disability, pain, and suffering, but not all injuries are viewed the same by insurance companies, juries, and even the victims themselves. At Parrish DeVaughn Injury Lawyers, we help injured people get compensation for their medical bills and lost wages. But we know that there’s a big difference between […]

At Parrish DeVaughn Injury Lawyers, we’re well-acquainted with the immediate and long-term aftermaths of medical emergencies. We help victims and their loved ones after car accidents, motorcycle wrecks, defective drug injuries, medical malpractice, dog bites, and more. And while it’s our goal to help those victims get compensation for their medical bills, not all injuries […]

When looking at the top 10 causes of death in Oklahoma based on CDC data, it’s easy to see that most deaths are health-related. Eight out of 10 involve chronic or acute health conditions, and the top three are all health-related, and include heart disease, cancer, and respiratory disease. But ranking 4th for all age […]

Personal injury claims are often filed against complete strangers. Many of our clients have been injured by negligent drivers blowing through stop signs and T-boning vehicles and dog owners failing to secure their pets, leading to serious and painful bites. But not all accidents and injuries are caused by people you don’t know. Sometimes, they’re […]