Mariujana Trafficking and Charges in Oklahoma

The high temperatures and seemingly endless drought have had many effects on Oklahoma. Surprisingly, one of those effects is a reduction in the amount of marijuana being grown in the state. OSBI has noted that the plants are unable to handle the intense heat and lack of rain. In previous years, Oklahoma has ranked in the top five states for its number of marijuana growers. The high temperatures, as well as the drought, have made it very hard to grow the plant within the state of Oklahoma. For this reason, some people have resorted to bringing marijuana in from other locations, otherwise known as drug trafficking.

Actos Causing Bladder Cancer Evaluated for Lawsuits

Data from an ongoing 10 year study of Actos suggests the drug, Actos might increase the risk of bladder cancer. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of Actos in 1999 for the treatment of Type-2 diabetes. In September 2011, the FDA announced it was reviewing the drug. The mid-term results of the 10 year study found that patients using Actos for 12 months or longer have a 40% higher risk of developing bladder cancer.

 

4 Factors of Child Custody Trials

When fighting for child custody, it can be a hard process for everyone involved. In the end, the judge will have the last say which parent is the "best fit" for your child. However, child custody lawyers advise the following things to know and ways to prepare yourself before you even step in to the courtroom.

Elder Abuse and Neglect Signs

The elderly are some of society's most vulnerable individuals. When a parent's health has deteriorated to the point that he or she cannot take care of himself or herself, a nursing home may be the best option. Choosing the right nursing home can be a tough decision. Not only is it important that the home provides the right type of care for your loved one, but the home must also have a caring staff that you can trust not to commit malpractice or elder abuse.

Road Workers at Risk for Injury

With the spring and summer being the prime part of the year for road work the men and women that build and fix Oklahoma's road have tough, dirty, and dangerous jobs. US Department of Labor statistic show that vehicles cause 90% of injuries and fatalities that occur in constructions zones. The fines are hefty for violating the speed limit or other traffic laws in construction zones. While all the warning signs and the stiff penalties are intended to ensure drivers slow down and watch out for construction workers—not every driver abides by them as was demonstrated recently in Del City, OK. Workers were pouring concrete when a driver ignored the construction cones and barricades at work zone and struck a worker. If you are unfortunate enough to be injured by driver, contact a workers compensation attorney as you may have several options from seeking civil damages.

Defective Swing Sets Recalled

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Adventure Playsets announced a voluntary recall of approximately 240,000 swing sets. The recall affects seven models that were sold at Academy Sports, Mills and Menards, Mills, Toys-R-Us, and Wal-Mart between 2004 and 2007. All seven models are affected by the same defect; wood in the posts can weaken due to rotting, posing a falling hazard. If you own a recalled swing set, the CPSC recommends that you stop using it immediately and contact Adventure Playsets for a free repair kit.  If your child has been injured by an Adventure Playsets swingset, contact our experienced Oklahoma defective product attorneys to discuss your compensation options.

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Can I Sue Allstate Insurance Company?

Can I Sue Allstate Insurance Company?

Victims of serious accidents in Oklahoma depend upon Allstate Insurance Company for reimbursement for their injuries, medical bills, and other expenses related to their injuries. Unfortunately, some insurance companies intentionally reject personal injury claims in order to save the company money. In fact, some insurance claims adjusters are trained to deny claims or offer a settlement far below what the victim is entitled to, in order to pay out the lowest possible amount in damages. In some cases, the claims adjuster may even stall or drag out a claim in hopes that the victim will simply give up. These deceptive practices rob victims of their right to compensation for their injury-related expenses.

 

Top 5 Benefits of Having an Oklahoma Bankruptcy Lawyer

When people suffer through financial difficulties, they are often overcome with feelings that they will simply never get out of the hole in which they find themselves. These feelings of despair and fear can dominate every aspect of someone's life, and for many people the best solution to put an end to this difficult period is to file for bankruptcy protection. However, for many reasons, those who decide to look into this step should seek the help of an experienced Oklahoma bankruptcy lawyer. Below are the top 5 reasons for someone to obtain this type of professional help in this situation.