Parrish DeVaughn Blog

In many car accident cases, it can be difficult to determine which party was at fault. In commercial truck accidents, it’s especially hard to determine who is legally liable, even if it’s obvious that at least one truck-related party was at fault. That’s because multiple parties are responsible for trucks, including drivers, companies, owners, loaders, […]

If you own property, whether a home, business, or even undeveloped land, it’s important to know that you may be liable if someone slips and falls and gets injured while on it. This applies to people doing business with you, meeting with you socially, or sometimes even while trespassing. The amount of liability you have […]

Motorcycles and mopeds share a few common characteristics. They’re both two-wheeled vehicles that are often favored over cars because they are highly fuel efficient and easy to park while typically being more affordable than other vehicles. However, there are some significant differences between these two options. Mopeds have smaller engines, and aren’t capable of reaching […]

You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t know that riding a motorcycle is more dangerous than driving a car, pickup truck, or SUV. However, many people are unaware of just exactly how dangerous motorcycles can be—and how seriously crashes can injure riders. If you or someone you love rides a motorcycle, it’s important to […]

Oklahoma follows comparative negligence doctrine when determining who is eligible for compensation after accidents and injuries. That means you can get money for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering as long as you are 50% or less at fault for a car accident. However, the facts of the crash alone aren’t always […]

Hearing a blaring siren and seeing flashing lights in your rearview mirror can be nerve-wracking, even in situations where it’s clear you aren’t being pulled over. Whether it’s a police car, an ambulance, a fire truck, or a rescue vehicle, you’re supposed to ensure that you aren’t impeding the driver’s ability to get past your […]

If you slipped and were injured in a public place, there’s a good chance it was witnessed by other people, captured on security camera footage, or both. Don’t be embarrassed—this is a good thing! Having witness statements and video footage of your slip-and-fall accident can go a long way toward helping you get compensation if […]

According to the National Safety Council, rear-end collisions constituted 40.8% of all crashes nationwide in 2022. That makes rear-end crashes the most common type of crash involving two or more vehicles. While many rear-end collisions occur at relatively low speeds (think fender-benders at traffic lights and stop signs), they can result in serious injuries regardless […]