Parrish DeVaughn Blog

Car accident depositions occur during the discovery phase of a civil suit — the part where each side gets the chance to gather evidence and investigate the sequence of events that lead to the accident. Discovery also involves measuring the extent of injuries and losses, so plaintiffs will know how much compensation to ask for […]

In a car wreck, everything becomes a blur, which may obscure the facts. Your version of events may differ completely from another driver’s, and you just may wonder who happens to be closer to the truth. Other times, neither party is certain who is truly at fault. When you have a serious personal injury as […]

Car accident survivors suffer a number of issues that can’t be seen by the naked eye. Car accidents are major collisions that send the body into a state of shock. When the body enters this state, the nervous system pumps endorphins into the victim’s blood stream. Endorphins are hormones that relieve pain. If you have […]

A huge majority of car accident cases are settled through negotiated agreements. Typically, the injured plaintiff will receive an offer for an insurance settlement from the defendant’s insurer and the plaintiff can sometimes counter with their own demands for a settlement amount. If the two sides can come to reasonable terms, a lawsuit is never […]

When someone makes a statement, it could end up being used against them during a case. Clients encounter this problem frequently in situations where they talk to an insurance adjuster after an accident. The client answers simple questions and agrees to statements that end up haunting them later in court. This is not to say […]

Many clients worry about what happens to the money they get from compensation for personal injury after a vehicle accident or similar incident. Specifically, they worry if a settlement or trial award will create a large tax burden for them come next April. The good news is that, generally speaking, most financial compensation for personal […]

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 […]

Truck accidents, especially those involving commercial trucks, can be some of the most devastating wrecks that a person can experience. If the accident wasn’t your fault, then you may be entitled to legal compensation that will help cover your medical bills and provide you monetary support until you are healthy enough to return to work. […]

When facing the prospect of finding the right nursing home for their loved one, many people find themselves unsure of what to look for. They want to make sure their loved one is safe and healthy but also want to be certain that they are happy and can live their golden years well. Fortunately, when […]

Unexpected workplace injuries are one of the most tragically common injury types that a person can suffer. Being injured while on the job can drastically affect your ability to live and work in the manner that you are accustomed, leaving many people adrift and unsure how to move forward. If you have suffered a workplace […]