When you’re driving, it’s impossible to be prepared for everything that could happen. Drivers get distracted and fail to stop; tires become punctured from nails on the road; engines overheat. While you cannot always plan for what is going to happen, you can always plan to be prepared. Having the right things in your car …
When someone gets behind the wheel when they are intoxicated, it adds a whole new level of danger for both themselves and others. When someone makes the decision to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, there are serious consequences including fines, suspension of your driver’s license, or even jail time. What Constitutes “Under …
Receiving a diagnosis you weren’t expecting can be devastating. But not only is it important to understand your diagnosis and what the doctor recommends, but it is also important to seek a second opinion. According to a study by the Mayo Clinic, only 12 percent of people who sought a second opinion came back with …
Motor vehicle crashes are a frequent occurrence and commonly result in injuries or even death. In 2018, there were 655 Oklahomans killed in crashes across the state. After you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident, it is normal to feel overwhelmed and not be certain as to what your next steps should be. It is …
One of the most important things that we can do to protect children in the car is to use a car seat or booster seat properly. Unfortunately, nearly 46 percent of car and booster seats are improperly used, limiting their effectiveness. While each manufacturer of car seats provides size and weight recommendations, Oklahoma state law …
Insurance companies are a business like any other. As such, they will do everything they can to avoid paying the true value of your injury claim. Here are 5 sneaky tactics insurance companies use to devalue or deny your claim. Personal Surveillance Insurance companies are in the habit of hiring private investigators to monitor you …
On Thursday, February 20th, Attorney Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa program to discuss traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), along with their signs and symptoms. Watch the segment: According to the Centers for Disease Control, a TBI is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head which causes normal …
Having a baby is usually a cause for celebration, but unfortunately, not all babies are born healthy, whether due to health conditions or injuries sustained at birth. When this happens, the baby is taken to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to be provided with the specialized or intensive (often life-saving) treatment that is needed. …
The most common type of motor vehicle collision in the United States is a rear-end collision. Although most rear-end crashes are not life-threatening, they can result in injury and significant property damage. Luckily, many of these types of accidents have been decreased by the advancement of crash technologies such as autonomous brake systems and warnings. …
On Thursday, January 30th, Attorney Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa program to discuss auto insurance policies, and what the term “full coverage” does and doesn’t mean. Watch the segment: The term “full coverage auto insurance” is a misleading phrase at best. No policy on its own provides coverage for …
