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A family in South Carolina has made headlines yet again for an incident in which a family dog attacked one of their children. Quintin and Chantel McGrew lost their infant son last April when the family’s Labrador Retriever mix snatched the baby boy from a bouncy swing and inflicted fatal wounds on the child. That dog has since been euthanized ...

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When you suffer a workplace injury or occupational illness in Oklahoma, you have 30 days to file a claim once you become aware that the injury or illness was caused by working conditions. The first piece of paperwork you are required to file following an on the job injury is called the Employee's First Notice of Accidental Injury and Claim for Compensation. From this point on, the process of filing a workers' compensation claim and pursuing benefits for your injury or illness can become somewhat complicated. For this reason, it is a good idea to enlist the help of a qualified workers' compensation attorney to review your case and ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process. Here at Oklahoma Legal Center, our lawyers are familiar with workers' compensation laws in Oklahoma, and can help you pursue the benefits you are entitled to.

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When it comes to medical malpractice litigation, the term “standard of care” is a legal yardstick used to determine responsibility on the part of a healthcare provider for adverse medical outcomes in patients. The standard plays a critical role in establishing medical malpractice in Oklahoma and throughout the United States. If you have suffered unreasonable harm as a result of ...

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Nathan Cochran, the suspended Oklahoma State University student accused of sexually assaulting two male students, has been charged with a new count of sexual battery. With this new charge, the 22-year-old is facing four counts of sexual battery. However, Oklahoma investigators believe that the OSU junior may have sexually assaulted as many as 11 male students over the course of ...

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Although the new tax package Congress passed on New Year's Day will prevent income tax increases from affecting 99% of Americans, most households in the United States will still end up paying more federal taxes in the coming year. A temporary Social Security payroll tax reduction is set to expire, which will affect nearly every wage earner in the country. In 2012, the two-percentage point reduction in the Social Security payroll tax was worth roughly $1,000 to a worker bringing in $50,000 a year. In addition, income taxes on the wealthy are going up as well. According to a research group called the Tax Policy Center, approximately 77% of American households will be hit with higher federal taxes in 2013 under the recently negotiated agreement.

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A man suspected of driving drunk was arrested last week, after being accused of driving through a fence and into the parking lot of a library in southwest Oklahoma City, hitting five cars and three people in the process. Twenty-eight-year-old Emiliano Sanchez could face significant penalties if he is convicted of the DUI offense, especially considering one of the women ...

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With the start of the new year, Oklahoma rang in a new anti-meth law in an effort to crack down on meth labs throughout the state. Beginning on January 1, 2013, Oklahoma entered into a multi-state registry that keeps track of who is purchasing pseudoephedrine – a main ingredient in manufacturing meth – and who has prior convictions for meth-related ...

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According to data compiled by the National Canine Research Council (NCRC), nearly one-third of dog owners implicated in dog bite accidents in 2011 were charged with criminal offenses. The NCRC has researched dog bite-related fatalities for more than 20 years, and this investigative report includes all deaths resulting from dog bites throughout 2011. Among the charges filed against dog owners ...

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Virtually any worker in any profession can sustain an injury or illness serious enough to result in a considerable financial hardship. While some occupations, like construction and mining, tend to be more inherently dangerous, even workers in comparably safe industries, such as grocery store employees or office employees, can suffer serious injuries on the job. For this reason, workers' compensation laws are in effect in Oklahoma and across the U.S. to protect the rights of employees injured in workplace accidents. Unfortunately, not all injured workers receive the benefits they deserve for their injuries, which can lead to a significant financial burden resulting from costly medical bills. If you have been injured on the job in Oklahoma City, or elsewhere in Oklahoma, don't hesitate to protect your legal rights. Contact our knowledgeable attorneys at Oklahoma Legal Center to discuss the process of filing a workers' compensation claim and pursuing critical income benefits.

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There are certain situations in which, when filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Oklahoma, the bankruptcy court may order you to repay a specific debt. This means that this particular debt will not be discharged in the Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and will be owed to the individual until it is paid in full. This may come as unwelcome news for some people who borrowed a large amount of money prior to filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, and are now faced with an unpayable debt that cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. If you find yourself in this difficult situation, it's a good idea to enlist the help of a qualified bankruptcy attorney in Oklahoma so you are fully aware of all your options. Here at Oklahoma Legal Center, our lawyers understand how difficult it can be for debtors to remain aware of every aspect of a bankruptcy filing, which is why we are here to help. Contact our Oklahoma City-based law firm today for experienced legal help.

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