The death of a loved one is an extremely difficult experience for surviving family members, especially when that person’s death could have been prevented. In the aftermath of a preventable death, especially one that was caused by someone else’s negligence, families often face both emotional devastation and financial hardship. It’s common for grieving families to […]

When people file wrongful death lawsuits after the loss of loved ones, they can get compensation for many types of damages, including medical expenses, burial costs, lost wages, loss of companionship, and more. Most of the damages that surviving family members receive in wrongful death lawsuits are designed to compensate them for their losses after […]

If you recently lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, filing a wrongful death claim can help you get compensation for their outstanding medical bills, the loss of their contribution to household income, loss of companionship, guidance, and consortium, and your and your family’s emotional pain and suffering. Filing a wrongful death claim […]

Anytime you’re near a body of water, you risk drowning. Keeping that sobering fact in mind is extremely important, especially in the summer when many Oklahomans spend their days at the pool or on the lake. Drowning can happen to anyone, regardless of age, swimming ability, and overall health. And in many cases, drowning happens […]

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult and painful experiences anyone can endure. And when a loved one’s death was due to the negligence of another person or party, it feels even more traumatic for surviving family members. At Parrish DeVaughn Injury Lawyers, we know the challenges that grieving families face after […]

If one of your loved ones has died because of the negligent actions of another person, you may want to consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit. However, before you can begin building your case, you must be sure that you’re eligible to file a wrongful death claim. Every state, including Oklahoma, has very specific rules […]

A wrongful death suit is filed when someone dies due to the negligence of another person or party, and their immediate relatives — parents, children or spouse — seek to claim damages for their death. These cases can be difficult, especially when you’re taking on a major corporation, like a pharmaceutical company. Millions of Americans […]

There’s only one thing that hurts more than losing a family member, and that’s when you lose a family member through the actions or negligence of another person. These wrongful death situations are devastating all around, and you may be eligible for compensation from the responsible parties. It’s important to understand how these cases work, […]

As with most laws, the rules for lawful death suits vary from state to state. Depending on where you live, you may have to follow a specific set of guidelines to be eligible to file a lawsuit on behalf of your departed loved one. In Oklahoma, the rules for wrongful death suits are very specific […]

Wrongful death cases in Oklahoma allow surviving family members to obtain repayment for costs of a death that resulted from someone else’s negligent actions or intentional behavior. Such a case can be filed by a spouse, children or a representative member of the deceased’s estate. In instances where there is no surviving spouse or children, […]