Common Injuries Resulting from Car Accidents

Injuries resulting from car accidents are often life-altering and life-threatening and can include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, whiplash, bone fractures, paralysis and burn injuries.

Injuries resulting from car accidents can be very obvious as in the case of broken bones and bleeding from trauma to soft tissue, but so-called "hidden" injuries that are not visible to the common observer, such as whiplash injuries can have just as devastating an impact on a victim as an obvious injury.

Whiplash refers to an injury to the neck that occurs when a vehicle is hit from behind and the occupants head and neck are suddenly jerked forward and then backward from the impact. The symptoms of whiplash include headache, pain, soreness and tenderness, swelling and muscle spasms.

An injury to the spinal cord can have life-long consequences such as chronic pain or paralysis, meaning a life sentence of suffering and frustration. The physical and emotional costs of car accident injuries are immeasurable.

If you were injured in a car accident you should be eligible for financial compensation for the damages you have suffered such as medical expenses, loss of income and future earning potential and your pain and suffering and any other expenses you incurred as a result of the accident.

Please contact Stipe Injury Law today in the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area to protect your legal rights and get the financial compensation you deserve.

Finding a Safe Nursing Home

Choosing the right nursing home, long-term healthcare facility or assisted living center is one of the most important decisions older adults and their families will have to make. Because elder abuse is so pervasive in our society, it is crucial to "shop around" for a good nursing home just as you would when looking to buy a home.

The decision to move into one of these facilities often has to be made at a time of illness and anxiety and is filled with emotional stress for the family as well as the older adult having to make the move.

It is vitally important to make sure the facility chosen offers the quality of care that will make the remainder of your loved ones life one of dignity and respect for their physical and emotional well-being. Your goal should be to choose a place that is comfortable, safe, secure and caring.

Do not be afraid to ask questions about topics such as, does the facility meet state and federal regulatory requirements, what are the credentials and training of the staff, do they have a Residents Bill of Rights available, what kind of meals are offered, how clean is the facility, do they have smoke detectors or a sprinkler system, is there adequate security for the safety of the residents, can you visit at anytime you wish?

By asking questions and getting the right answers you and your loved one will feel confident when you do make your decision as to what facility you do choose.

If you have concerns about the care a loved one is receiving, please contact Stipe Injury Law today in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Truck vs. Car Accidents

When an accident occurs between a large truck and a passenger vehicle, the occupants of the passenger vehicle almost always suffer catastrophic injuries or death. The average sized car is no match for a tractor trailer, semi-truck or other large commercial truck.

The consequences of a car being involved in an accident with a truck are very serious and can result in life-altering and life-threatening injuries. There are over three million trucks on the nation's highways every day so the possibility of encountering one of these behemoths is very real. In addition, truckers speed to meet deadlines, drive hours without rest and rely on drugs to keep them alert enough to stay behind the wheel for extended periods of time.

If you ever have the misfortune to be involved in an accident with a truck, remember your adversary in your attempt to receive compensation for your injuries and losses is the trucking company and its staff of lawyers, not the truck driver. Therefore, it is imperative you be represented by an experienced truck accident attorney who can take on a team of lawyers whose only job is to see you get as little financial compensation as possible.

If you have had an accident involving a truck and are overwhelmed by the trucking company's efforts to see you receive as little financial compensation as possible, please contact the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma office of Stipe Injury Law to get the compensation you are entitled to.