Can You Change Lawyers in the Middle of Your Claim?March 1, 2021
There’s no shortage of personal injury lawyers in America. Whether on TV, billboards, radio, or in the newspaper, you’ve probably seen countless ads for law firms promising you a big check after your injury. The abundance of firms means it’s easy to find one that will take your case, but not all firms are created […]
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Most Frequently Asked Questions About Nursing Home AbuseFebruary 22, 2021
It’s never easy to move a loved one into a nursing home, even when doing so is in their best interests. Taking care of an elderly parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or another relative is often too much for families to handle, especially when those loved ones have special care needs, and that’s why they turn […]
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What Is a Hospital Lien?January 4, 2021
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 […]
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What’s the Difference Between a Class Action and Regular Lawsuit?December 14, 2020
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 […]
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Semi Truck Accidents: Is the Driver Always at Fault?December 12, 2020
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, […]
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How to Prepare if Your Case Is Going to TrialNovember 23, 2020
At Parrish DeVaughn, we work hard to get our clients full compensation without ever stepping foot in a courtroom. And in most cases, insurance companies prefer that. When they know we’re serious about getting settlements, they also prefer avoiding a legal battle and would instead rather write checks to the victims they initially denied. Unfortunately, […]
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How to Use Your Settlement Money to Your Best AdvantageNovember 9, 2020
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 […]
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When Is It Worthwhile to Pursue an Injury Settlement?November 3, 2020
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 […]
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What Are the Top Causes of Accidental Death in Oklahoma?September 28, 2020
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 […]
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What’s the Difference Between a Side Effect and a Drug Injury?August 24, 2020
All medications have the potential to cause side effects. Whether they’re powerful cancer-fighting drugs or over-the-counter pain relievers, medications that can heal and relieve symptoms can also cause new health problems and even serious complications. In most cases, patients are informed of these potential health problems and complications by listening to their doctors and pharmacists, […]
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