Posts by Marcus P. Mears
What Is Compartment Syndrome?
Compartment syndrome is a serious medical condition that can develop after a traumatic or repetitive stress injury. It occurs when pressure builds up inside a confined space in the body, typically within a muscle compartment. This pressure restricts blood flow and deprives muscles and nerves of the vital oxygen and nutrients they need to function.…
Read MoreWhat Causes Most Oil Field Explosions in Oklahoma?
Working in an oil field can be extremely dangerous and even deadly, and this type of work can lead to permanent and life-threatening injuries. Most of the time, these injuries are a result of explosions. If you are considering oil field work, you should understand the causes of oil field explosions. Fires or fumes One…
Read MoreThe Impact of Car Accidents on Mental Health
When people think about car accidents, they mainly think about the physical pain, challenges, and complications that emerge. However, it is important to realize that physical injuries and impairments are not the only consequences that arise from car accidents. It is extremely common for car accident victims to suffer mental and psychological effects for several…
Read MorePreparing for Car Accident Litigation in Oklahoma City
When working with a lawyer to settle your car accident claim, you may notice that the insurance company is being difficult, reluctant to comply, and doesn’t want to agree to a fair solution. When this happens, you and your car accident attorney will discuss and decide whether you should take the settlement being offered or…
Read MoreThe Role of Expert Witnesses in Car Accident Cases
After being involved in a car accident, you will likely find yourself dealing with the overwhelming consequences and aftermath of the accident. This may include talking with insurance companies, meeting with your car accident lawyer, getting medical treatment, and visiting auto repair shops. Although you might feel lost and hopeless during this time, your lawyer…
Read MoreThe Risks of Driving a Truck on Leased Roads
Navigation and GPS systems lead truck drivers all over the United States, guiding them through bustling cities as well as the (often) unpaved country roads. While they may think that these less traveled or deserted roads are just ordinary roads that the city or government has forgotten about, they are sometimes leased or private roads…
Read MoreTilt-Up Construction Accidents Are Deadly Accidents
Tilt-up construction is a method that builders use to put up big walls for buildings. But this way of building can be really dangerous, and even deadly. If things go wrong, those walls can fall down and cause some devastating injuries to workers and site visitors alike. This is a big concern in places like…
Read MoreWhat Are Oklahoma’s Laws Regarding Child Seat Belts?
Child safety in vehicles is so important—and the state of Oklahoma takes this responsibility seriously. As parents, it’s really important to make sure our children are safe when we’re driving. This is a huge responsibility that we can’t ignore or be lenient about. Oklahoma’s child seat belt laws have been established to safeguard children during…
Read MoreThe Financial Impact of Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries change not only your life in an instant, but also the lives of your entire family. Everyone in your household will need to pitch in with your recovery, therapy, and helping you adjust to your new life. Whether it is helping you eat, put on clothes, wash your hair, walk, or communicate, the…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Welding Injuries
Welding is a common skill for individuals involved in the metalworking profession, but it is also a fun pastime for those who like to do projects around their home or get involved in industrial art experiences. It is one of the more dangerous professions and hobbies to exist. Regardless of the type of welder you…
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