Many people entrust the care of their elderly or disabled loved ones to nursing homes in Arkansas and Oklahoma. While nursing home care might be necessary for people who are no longer able to live on their own, abuse and neglect in these facilities is a devastating issue. If your loved one has been the …
Types of Misdemeanor Charges
While a misdemeanor charge is not as serious as a felony, a misdemeanor conviction can still result in severe penalties, fines, and a criminal record. If you have been charged with a misdemeanor, it is in your best interests to talk to an experienced criminal defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Craig L. Cook …
What Is the Statute of Limitations on Medical Malpractice?
If you have suffered injuries that you believe were caused by your doctor’s negligence, you might be thinking about filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. These types of legal claims are very complex and require plaintiffs to analyze reams of medical records and expert opinions to prove their cases. You must also understand the laws that …
How to Pursue a Hip Replacement Lawsuit
Many people in Arkansas and Oklahoma sustain injuries or musculoskeletal disorders that cause them to undergo hip replacement surgery. Unfortunately, however, some people experience problems from the hip replacements they receive. Some people suffer infections, loose replacements, dislocated replacements, or metal poisoning because of defective hip replacements. If you have experienced these types of issues …
What Is Considered a Personal Injury Case?
While accidents that result in injuries occur all of the time, their prevalence does not reduce the confusion and pain you might feel when you or your loved one is injured. However, some accidents do not form the basis of a personal injury claim. To learn about what is considered a personal injury case, scroll …
Filing a Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Millions of people have used talcum powder as a regular part of their daily hygiene routines. Unfortunately, however, a link has been found between the use of talcum powder and ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson, which has manufactured talcum-powder-containing products for decades, allegedly knew that its products contained asbestos as far back as the late …
Pursuing a Roundup Lawsuit?
Glyphosate, the active chemical ingredient in Roundup, has been used by agribusinesses and individuals to kill weeds for many years. However, in 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, a branch of the World Health Organization, reported that glyphosate is linked to cancer in humans. Roundup has been linked to the development of non-Hodgkin …
What to Expect from a Workers’ Compensation Case
In Oklahoma and Arkansas, people who are injured while they are working at their jobs are entitled to pursue benefits through their employers’ workers’ compensation insurance carriers. By filing a claim, injured victims may recover benefits to pay for all of their accident-related medical bills and a percentage of their incomes if they were left …
The Recall of Biocell Textured Breast Implants
Do you have Biocell Textured Breast Implants? Many women in Arkansas and Oklahoma have received breast implants through reconstructive surgery after mastectomies or for cosmetic purposes. Unfortunately, women who received certain breast implants from Allergan might be at risk of developing Breast Implant-Associated Cancer (BIA-ALCL), a cancer of cells in the lymphatic system associated with breast …
How Much to Expect from a Car Accident Settlement
Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident in Arkansas or Oklahoma can be overwhelming. You might face mounting medical expenses combined with income losses and other problems. Even if you have medical insurance, it may not cover all of your bills. The copays and deductibles could quickly spiral and leave you with a stack …
