It is with great pleasure that the Tulsa County Bar Association names W. Chad McLain as the 2014 recipient of the Gary C. Clark Distinguished Service Award. This award is given to those who have provided extraordinary service to the Bar and for distinguished contributions to the legal profession. Chad has truly provided extraordinary service …
Bringing a child into the world should be a joyful moment. But for some families, that moment is filled with worry when something doesn’t go as planned during delivery. One possible outcome of complications at birth is a diagnosis of cerebral palsy—a condition that may be linked to medical negligence. In this article, we explain …
The end of the summer is marked by one of the biggest holiday weekends of the year. Labor Day weekend is one of the most dangerous and busiest weekends to be driving on the road. According to the National Safety Council, an estimated 405 fatalities and thousands of injuries will occur on America’s roadways due …
Getting a tattoo might seem like a simple personal choice, but it can carry unexpected health risks—especially when unsafe products are involved. A recent FDA recall has spotlighted tattoo inks and needles contaminated with harmful bacteria. This recall raises essential questions about tattoo ink safety and what people can do if they suffer from tattoo-related …
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of injury and death among children across the United States. Many of these injuries can be prevented simply by using the correct type of car seat. In Oklahoma, there are clear laws in place to help protect young passengers. However, following the law isn’t always enough—parents and …
Thousands of patients once trusted metal-on-metal hip implants like Biomet’s M2a Magnum to improve their mobility and quality of life. But for many, the result was far from what was promised. Pain, metal poisoning, and the need for revision surgeries have led to lawsuits across the country—and a significant settlement from Biomet. If you or …
Construction workers in Tulsa face some of the most dangerous job conditions in Oklahoma. From towering scaffolds to heavy machinery, the risks are everywhere. Even when workers follow safety rules, serious accidents can happen—sometimes with tragic consequences. When a construction site injury or death occurs, it’s essential to understand your legal options. This guide explains …
Summertime in Oklahoma brings backyard barbeques, pool parties, family retreats, and vacations. Many adults, and at times teenagers under the legal drinking age of 21, like to lounge around and enjoy the company of friends and family, along with the refreshing alcohol enhanced cocktail. Unfortunately, not everyone drinks responsibly, and when people drink and drive, …
Hundreds of thousands of people annually undergo hip replacement surgery. The most common of these reasons are arthritis, injury to the hip joint, and bone tumors. There are different types of hip replacement medical devices, including plastic, ceramic, and metal on metal. Unfortunately, over the past decade, many hip replacement devices have been recalled due …
Oklahoma’s roads are no strangers to car accidents, but a recent tragic incident in Owasso, Oklahoma, has brought the dangers of distracted driving into sharp focus. An 8-year-old girl, Katelyn Chambers, lost her life in a crash on U.S. 169 caused by texting while driving. This devastating accident also left her father, Brad Chambers, and …
