While e-cigarettes were once thought as a safer alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes, studies have found that they are in fact more dangerous. With its trendy design and enticing variety of flavors, teens are one of the biggest markets using Juul devices.
One Juul pod contains 59 ... Views: 425
In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, we want to take this opportunity to talk about possible prevention strategies for traumatic brain injuries, especially as it relates to young adults and their parents. For many teenagers getting their driver’s license is a rite of passage. It is both an ... Views: 421
When considering a personal injury lawsuit, you likely have many questions on your mind. It’s important to work with a firm who will take the time to answer your questions and will do so thoroughly so that you can move forward with an understanding of the process and a sense of ease.
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n 2016, Princeton economist Alan Krueger made headlines with a shocking finding that nearly half of prime age men (or men ages 25 to 54) who are not in the labor force take pain medication on a daily basis. Two-thirds of those men—or about 2 million—take prescription pain medication on a daily ... Views: 417
Stryker Orthopaedics is known for the development and manufacture of specialty surgical products and other medical supplies for health care around the world. They have manufactured scores of medical devices and joint replacement products, most of which have been successful; however some of the ... Views: 414
Smoke detectors are the first line of defense in protection from fire. The chance of dying in a house fire doubles where there are no working smoke detectors.
The U.S. Fire Administration reports one-third of fatal residential fires take place between midnight and 5AM. A smoke detector must ... Views: 412
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an alert Thursday to change warning labels of the popular prescribed drug Fluoroquinolones to add adverse side effects related to the drug while treating certain minor conditions.
The drug is used to treat bacterial infections and as immediate ... Views: 410
It is a known fact that when you purchase or lease a vehicle, it depreciates in value as soon as you drive it out of the lot. Most vehicles lose 20% of their value within the first year.
If you only put down a small deposit when you financed or leased your vehicle, the amount of your loan ... Views: 410
In pharmaceutical cases, you’re not just helping your family, but you can be holding drug companies accountable so they conduct changes in the future and prevent harm to others. Although we may be working with many clients, we treat your case unique as you deserve your day in court.
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It is a known fact that when you purchase or lease a vehicle, it depreciates in value as soon as you drive it out of the lot. Most vehicles lose 20% of their value within the first year.
If you only put down a small deposit when you financed or leased your vehicle, the amount of your loan ... Views: 406
Insurance coverage is a technical and confusing area of the law, but it impacts almost every single person at some point in his or her life. When an insurance coverage dispute arises between an insured and an insurer, it’s important to have experienced lawyers on your side to advise and ... Views: 404
A class-action lawsuit filed in Stephens County seeks restitution for oil lease holders victimized during a conspiracy to rig bids and depress prices for oil and natural gas leaseholds.
The petition filed by the Sill Law Group, an Edmond law firm, names Chesapeake Energy Corporation, ... Views: 401
An insurance policy is a contractual agreement used to indemnify individuals and businesses for covered losses. It is a contract that binds both parties to a set of terms –an insured pays premiums in exchange for the insurance company’s promise to pay benefits under the terms of the policy when ... Views: 399
The insurance industry is feeling the pressure from the global coronavirus pandemic. As business owners are forced to close their doors due to state-mandated “stay at home” orders, many business owners are unsure as to when or whether they will be able to reopen their doors.
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Oklahoma Insurance companies have a duty of good faith. When handling your claims, they must treat you reasonably, promptly and they must thoroughly investigate your case. If you feel this hasn’t been executed by your insurance company, you may have a bad faith lawsuit.
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Dear Valued Friends and Clients:
Fulmer Sill is committed to continuing the important work we are doing for you amidst the coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic. With the input and guidance from the State Department of Health (DOH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Fulmer ... Views: 390
We’re excited to welcome Jenna Nguyen to the Fulmer Sill team. As Strategic Communications Coordinator, she will be working closely with the team on marketing and business development opportunities. Her creative drive is already proving to be an asset in her new role and for our Firm.
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If you suffer from heartburn and rely on Zantac for relief, it’s important you stop taking it immediately. The FDA recently recalled all Zantac products due to the potential of exposure to unacceptable levels of NDMA, a probable human carcinogen that can cause cancer.
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The lawsuit, filed Monday in Tulsa federal court, claims Tulsa Public Schools and three Thoreau employees recognized the inappropriate actions of Brian Christian Drabek but failed to take corrective action.
The lawsuit was filed by the mother on behalf of her daughter, who was 12 years old ... Views: 382
Summer is in full swing and our team here at Fulmer Sill recently had the opportunity to celebrate the changing season in the heart of Oklahoma City without closest friends. Our Summer Scene event was wildly successful and it was rewarding to see so many smiling faces enjoying one another’s ... Views: 380
As the colder months approach, so does the harsh winter weather. Snowy, icy, and slushy roads are difficult to navigate. Last winter Oklahoma saw unprecedented storms that brought with them numerous accidents, many serious, and wreaked havoc on our roads.
As personal injury attorneys, we’ve ... Views: 378
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Looking for a fun way to spend time with your family while social distancing? Have you been spending your weekends on a special art project you’d love ... Views: 376
The state of Massachusetts has filed a lawsuit against several executives of the Purdue Pharma company. Ms. Judy Lewent, a current director of GlaxoSmithKline, is included as a defendant in these allegations. This lawsuit marks a new development in opioid litigations as it targets individuals ... Views: 374
Seldom when we first hear about a car crash do we instantly think it involves a large truck such as an 18-wheeler. We learn about a crash and just assume it involves two passenger vehicles. But crashes involving large trucks happen more often than you might think. According to the most recent ... Views: 372
This month is a celebration of our beloved Mothers and the strength and intelligence of the women in our lives. This is no different in our firm! We are so proud of the women we are lucky enough to call not only co-workers, but friends.
At Fulmer Sill, we are lucky to have a diverse team and ... Views: 366
“Our local animal shelter serves more than 24,000 pets each year. Without the help of local rescue partnerships many of these dogs would face euthanasia due to pet overpopulation in Oklahoma and there being nowhere for them to go. Bella SPCA, with the help of our foster homes, is able to help ... Views: 366
Fulmer Sill is pleased to provide you with this copy of Living Safer. This publication is produced in collaboration with a growing community of respected legal professionals, industry experts and consumer advocates called The Injury Board, all committed to improving everyone’s quality of life by ... Views: 364
We’re excited to announce that two of our advertising pieces have been nominated for Golden Gavel Awards! The Golden Gavel Awards are presented by The National Trial Lawyers and the ceremony will be held at The National Trial Lawyers Summit on January 21st, 2020 in Miami, Florida.
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Mass torts and class-action lawsuits can sometimes get confusing. We are here to help you understand the difference, and how we can help if you find yourself facing either of these situations.
A tort is a civil wrong committed by a person or company that results in some sort of harm to ... Views: 363
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as any trauma to the head that causes a disturbance in the normal functions of your brain. Sometimes referred to as a “silent epidemic,” TBIs often go unnoticed since they aren’t always caused by penetration of the skull.
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ATTENTION Physicians & Referral Attorneys,
Our team is currently evaluating cases relating to Stryker’s Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR™ Ankle) components breaking in patients. The FDA recently reported some patients have experienced a plastic component of the device breaking, as ... Views: 359
A wrongful death claim is a specific kind of personal injury claim.When someone dies due to the fault of another individual or entity, the family of the victim may be entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit. Wrongful death suits can involve all types of fatal accidents ranging from car crashes to ... Views: 359
Your insurance company should do the necessary investigation to figure out what were you like before a crash and what you are like after this crash. The difference between those two is what your insurance claim is all about.
What questions should your insurance company be asking you? The ... Views: 359
I’m just a bill…sitting here at the [Oklahoma State Capitol].” A real-life version of Schoolhouse Rock has been playing out this week at Fulmer Sill as we educate your Senators on the devastating effects SB 1016 would have on long-standing Oklahoma law and on Oklahomans who have elected to ... Views: 358
Fulmer Sill is proud to have our Law Clerk, Peyton Howell’s article featured in the April edition of Living Safer Magazine! Read the article here:
Millennial. This word can have a drastically different meaning, depending on who you ask. Say the word to anyone over the age of forty and they ... Views: 357
The holiday season is here, and gift giving is on our minds more than ever. Here at Fulmer Sill, we believe in giving back to our local community. This year we have decided to work hand in hand with Oklahoma City’s fight to end homelessness.
The Homeless Alliance works to end long-term ... Views: 356
New CDC Director Dr. Redfield has set his sights onto fighting the ever-growing opioid epidemic. Citing this as one of the top priorities for his agency, Dr. Redfield plans to decrease opioid abuse in the country by enacting strict guidelines for opioid prescription as well as improving the ... Views: 354
Following a global safety information concern from the FDA, breast implant manufacturer Allergan recently announced a voluntary worldwide recall of BIOCELL® textured breast implants and tissue expanders. The recall includes both BIOCELL® saline-filled and silicone-filled textured breast implants ... Views: 352
It’s the holiday season, and if you love being festive, then it’s time to start decking the halls! The last thing you want during this happy time of year is to face an injury. To minimized injuries and accidents, we’ve gathered a few tips to help keep you safe and filled with holiday ... Views: 351
As many families prepare for the start of school, it’s important to not only buy school supplies and clothes, but also to discuss safety. With increased traffic around school grounds, it is imperative to ensure the safety of parents and children alike. Here are some useful safety tips as the new ... Views: 350
As experienced attorneys in dangerous drug cases, we’re here to help offer as much knowledge and assistance we can. Often times our clients come to us with questions so we hope this will help those who are beginning their Zantac injury cases.
Here are three of the most frequently asked ... Views: 350
Hazards are everywhere. However, most of us have become accustomed to them, overlooking their existence without even realizing it. Though you might not view your work or home environment as particularly ‘hazardous’, dangers are often there – with most being entirely avoidable! Read on to ... Views: 350
Glyphosate was synthesized and brought to market by Monsanto in 1974 as the active ingredient of its new weed-killer, Roundup. In the decades that followed, the use of Roundup and other glyphosate-containing weed-killers exploded. This was mostly due to the introduction of genetically modified, ... Views: 349
As the COVID pandemic continues nationwide, local merchants, restaurateurs, and community members are still feeling the impact of an uncertain economy and fears over what may come next.
To help support the community, the Injury Board’s Day Of Action – The Community Resource Project – will ... Views: 338
Many people would like to assume that slavery and human trafficking ended a century ago with a single constitutional amendment. However, human trafficking has always existed. Until recently, it has been largely invisible in the United States. Only in the last ten years or so have people started ... Views: 333
Let’s have some fun! These unusual times we find ourselves in have provided many of us with stolen time to spend with those we love the most – our families. As our next challenge, we would like to see how you are making the most of your time while social distancing. Show us how you and your ... Views: 316
Recently, I was scrolling through my Facebook feed when I came across a photo my friend Jane had posted. In the photo, Jane is dressed in a blue hospital gown, sitting on a hospital bed. She is wearing a cast on her arm. On either side of Jane are her teenage children with their arms wrapped ... Views: 316
Spring is a time for new beginnings and that is certainly true for our team’s soon-to-be college and high school graduates! We celebrate the achievements of our children and staff members and are excited to see what they will contribute as the new generation of business leaders.
Alex Fulmer, ... Views: 302