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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: The apartments I live in will not fix our porch light and I have fallen down the stairs and have injury to my shoulders

I had x-rays taken and my primary care doctor sent me to a specialist and now they want to do the MRI to find out what's wrong

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 1, 2023

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could reach out to local attorneys to learn about your rights, handling of medical bills, and other aspects of the accident. Free initial consults are the norm in such matters. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Is ineffective or wrong medication prescribed considered malpractice or negligence?

I got diagnosed with a serious, difficult to treat eye infection and was referred to a specialist that prescribed medication to treat it. It takes a while for the condition to heal in general but I can tell after a few days that the meds are not helping. Not only that, they were so painful i had to... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on May 19, 2023

It is malpractice. Negligence by health care providers is malpractice. Malpractice is acting below the standard of care.

See a medical specialist right away for your health.

Consult with experienced attorneys. Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Oklahoma on
Q: I need a lawyer that is still taking the topmax lawsuit cases I
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 27, 2023

This law firm is still advertising for clients with Topamax birth defects claims

https://www.torhoermanlaw.com/topamax-lawsuit-topamax-birth-defects-lawsuit/#:~:text=Topamax%20Lawsuit%20Overview&text=The%20Topamax%20Lawsuit%20(specifically%20the,defects%20and%20other%20side%20effects.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Estate Planning and Probate for Oklahoma on
Q: My sister was killed by an 18 wheeler in Oklahoma in Feb 2022 & has a surviving Husband and 2 children as well a mother.

The husband was appointed Admin for her Estate and only listed himself and his 2 children as sole and only heirs. A Notice of Settlement of the civil case was posted on March 23, 2023, but the Final Account and petition for distribution and discharge is coming up April 25th. My question is, does... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 11, 2023

Q. Should my mother seek an Oklahoma attorney and make the court date for the Final account and petition?

A, Yes---the mother should contact an Oklahoma accident/injury attorney for the purpose of determining whether or not she has any rights as a result of her daughter's death....
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Small Claims, Personal Injury and Banking for Oklahoma on
Q: seeking advice and assistance for a potential case against the consumer reporting agency, Experian, TransUnion, Equifax

I believe that my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other relevant laws have been violated. The FCRA (15 USC 1681 section 602 a) establishes the need for consumer reporting agencies, such as Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax, to exercise their responsibilities with fairness,... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 16, 2023

Your post does not contain a question. You might try to rephrase.

If you are asking what kind of lawyer you should look for in the circumstances described, I would recommend you search for a lawyer who practices consumer law in or near the county where you anticipate filing suit....
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Q: I slipped and fell on Thanksgiving morning my left shoulder pops and aches as if I tore my Rotator cuff..

Even though I hurt it in November do I have a case

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 29, 2023

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on a number of issues, including liability or fault. If the fall was the result of a defect or negligence on the floor or the ground, it's possible. It would also hinge on medical... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Is it child abuse when your child was in a wreck without seat belts on and not in a booster with their mother

My youngest son hit the back of front seat and bloody his nose

Pete David Louden
Pete David Louden
answered on Jan 10, 2023

The specific details always matter such as the age of the child, size of the child, and exactly how this happened.

If the child was required to be in a booster seat and the parent simply failed to put the child in the seat, that's going to be one thing.

If a parent secures...
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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Would like to speak with a lawyer about defamation it ruined my whole reputation for life

Would prefer a lawyer out of Stilwell

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 2, 2023

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could be difficult for attorneys here to reach out to you. This is only a Q & A forum; it doesn't work like an attorney referral service. You could search for attorneys online, you could check the tab... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Personal Injury and Real Estate Law for Oklahoma on
Q: I got screw ultra big time by a realitor who sold my house to her investor buddy I have try to sue but have reverse dee

The realtor had scam artest investor do and inspection then he ask for a price reduction of $1000.00 I said no but the realtor trick my divorce into says yes and it closing it went for a $1000 less. So lost $500 on sale of house. I have huge emotion stress over this. I want to sue but she claim... View More

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Jun 12, 2022

Sorry, but I don't think that you have a case. The divorce court apparently approved the sale, and 7 years later your claim would be barred by the statute of limitations.

It's time for you to move on and get over this.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Oklahoma on
Q: What about repeated text communications?

from paternal cousin who is going thru an alleged agreed mediated divorce with my maternal second cousin [aka “daughter”] - anything you can do about his narcissistic behavior besides ignore it? Yep. Wrap your head around that one. Lol

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 13, 2022

you would want to consult an Oklahoma attorney, but my read would be 1) this is one divorcing person with another--let their attorneys handle it; if they have decided not to use attorneys, be aware that the person texted is getting free information, ammunition possibly. Why stop the flow. (In... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Gov & Administrative Law for Oklahoma on
Q: What info can one use to prove common law marrige in oklahoma?
Charles Watts
Charles Watts
answered on Dec 13, 2021

Proving common law is a fact-finding adventure and you should consult with a family law attorney to assist you. While it may seem very easy it in fact can be challenging to prove.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Oklahoma on
Q: I need to know if I have a lawsuit..

I had went out with a friend which I thought was my friend and he was taking me home and I can tell that he had been up a few nights probably on some kind of drug when he was dropping me off he was screaming at me telling me to get out get out I was trying to get my things together and snap my... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Dec 7, 2021

Yes you should retain counsel and file a police report as well as file an insurance claim against his liability carrier for damages. Do not delay in seeking treatment medical treatment immediately.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: I need to speak with an attorney regarding a Second Degree Burglary charge I am currently facing.

I was pretty much bullied into opening the car door for my abusive boyfriend (now ex boyfriend) so he could load 2 weed eaters he had just stolen from a storage unit, into the back seat of his car. I opened the back door like I was told to, and Got directly back into the vehicle. I am being charged... View More

Tracy Tiernan
Tracy Tiernan
answered on Dec 5, 2021

If you know about a crime, you go with them to the crime scene, you stay with them and you leave with them knowing what has occurred, you will almost always be charged as a codefendant. If you could show some coercion was applied to you, threats of some sort if you did not comply, and that you did... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Can I sue my ex husband for part of a death settlement he received from our daughter's accident?

My 21 year old daughter passed away last year. It was an ATV accident, my ex husband her father filed a death suit before I did. He received the settlement money this year and even though I was named in the documents as her mother next of kin, she wasn't married or had children I wasn't... View More

Howard Berkson
Howard Berkson
answered on Nov 19, 2021

You can sue, but you may not have to. You might try contacting his attorney and see if his attorney can talk some sense into him. If that doesn't work, you'll need to contact an attorney. If you don't think anybody can talk any sense into him, you may want to get an attorney and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Oklahoma on
Q: my brother is incarcerated- has no legal assistance $$. He needs to file a tort claim, medical negligence. Doctor

orders were to assign a bottom bunk at the facility for medical reasons. Against the doctor's orders and his protests, employees determined he was in a top bunk. He had a seizure and fell from the top bunk to the floor. He seriously injured his back, shoulder, and hit his head. He is asking me... View More

Howard Berkson
Howard Berkson
answered on Nov 19, 2021

There isn't really a form. But, also, a government tort claim requires notice to the state or federal government in a relatively short period of time. You need to talk to a personal injury attorney AND a civil rights attorney, since there may also be a violation of civil rights. You need to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Should I accept $500 for negligence per se?

I showered at Travel centers of America, and my hair got caught in a blow dryer that didn’t have a safety cage around the fan. I struggled to remove the dryer from my hair for about an hour. I lost a significant amount of hair, and self esteem. TA’s insurance adjuster wants to pay me $500.... View More

Howard Berkson
Howard Berkson
answered on Nov 19, 2021

I don't think anybody can give you a fair answer to this question without more details. You should talk to a personal injury attorney. Bring pictures and any medical bills or counseling bills you've received as a result of this issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Oklahoma on
Q: If I'm injured in an auto accident while driving under suspension can I still Sue

The other driver admitted to running the light and the officer did say that the young lady admitted fault & to running the light and hitting me. There's witnesses to the accident. I was taken by ambulence to the hospital with a concussion and injury to back , arm & head. They were... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 13, 2021

Only an Oklahoma attorney could advise here, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney, a GENERAL premise followed nationwide (subject to state law distinctions) is that liability is separate from the underlying offense - no license,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Does a new business in Tulsa become the 'principal contractor' when an unlicensed and uninsured handyman is injured?

I had a remodeling job for a new business. The business ignored my numerous attempts to comply with OSHA standard Gen Duty clause 5 (a) [1] by me having to work in a high heat interior workspace to hold up my obligation for the work quoted. I have proof of days, times, and hours worked and all... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 3, 2021

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. You may have started out this matter with a personal injury attorney, but the issues you are describing would probably be better addressed by a workers' comp attorney. If you have not retained a WC attorney, you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: Is there a term in which a person can no longer sue for spousal abuse/domestic abuse/assault ?
Pete David Louden
Pete David Louden
answered on May 4, 2021

I'm not sure what you mean by suing for spousal abuse/ domestic assault. You would report any crimes to law enforcement as soon as possible after the event.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Oklahoma on
Q: In a 3 car pile up at a traffic light, who is liable for the front car's damages( car A)? C car hits B then B hits A .
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 3, 2021

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, as there could be state-specific elements of vehicle & traffic law involved. But your question remains open for a week and you probably need to be in touch with your insurance carrier. As a GENERAL premise nationwide, vehicle C is usually liable if... View More

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