Parrish DeVaughn Blog

Most workers understand that if they sustain a work injury, they are able to file a claim with the workers’ compensation system. However, what may be less clear is whether or not they are allowed to file a lawsuit. Lawsuits can be complicated, and misinformation may deter workers from receiving the compensation they deserve when […]

The origins of Labor Day are unbeknownst to many Americans. Human labor has existed for thousands of years and man groups have tried to organize their efforts in an attempt to get equal and fair treatment. Americans are no different and groups such as labor unions were created to further this cause. In this article […]

Summer is drawing to a close. As school supplies go on sale, days grow shorter, and evenings become cooler, taking advantage of these final summer days as a family is a wonderful idea. With gas prices at a decade low, consider taking a road trip. A weekend trip with the family to the Quartz or […]

You may be excited after you settle your car accident case, but don’t rejoice just yet. Car accident settlements do not get paid to the winning party for some time. Instead, there are rules and a few options available to the paying party. This means that you may have to wait awhile before getting your […]

Car accident injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to life-threatening damages. After a car accident, you may be experiencing pain and this will make you wonder what happened to you. It is important to note that you must immediately seek medical attention after a car accident. Even if you don’t feel any pain, […]

In Oklahoma civil litigation, compensation for personal injuries falls into two categories. “Special damages” refers to quantifiable monetary losses, such as medical bills or loss of income. The second category, “general damages,” refers to losses that are much harder to quantify. General damages include pain and suffering, and they are an important part of making […]

If you are considering filing a personal injury lawsuit in Oklahoma, you should be aware that there are time limits on how long you can wait before filing. It is a good idea to seek legal advice to discuss the specifics of your case and to find out whether you might be able to make […]

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 […]