Year: 2022

Employees out of work due to a work-related injury may wonder whether they can quit their job while workers’ compensation benefits in Oklahoma. While most employees have the right to leave their job at any time, quitting may affect their right to continue receiving workers’ comp benefits. Will I Lose…

Pedestrian accidents involving careless drivers can be catastrophic. Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users because they have little protection in collisions. If you were hit by a driver while walking and suffered severe injuries, you could be entitled to compensation — even if you were jaywalking.  Whether you…

Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only. Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons does not handle emotional support and/or service dog cases at this time. Many people across Oklahoma rely on service dogs and emotional support animals to help them live fuller, more fulfilling lives. These animals help people with…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers programs to support Americans with disabling conditions, including those living with mental disorders. If you have a mental illness preventing you from working, you might be eligible to receive disability benefits through the SSA. The dedicated attorneys at Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons can…

For most people catching COVID-19, the virus is a short-term ordeal — although a miserable one. But for others, symptoms can linger for weeks or months after the initial infection. This condition has come to be known as “long COVID,” causing severe effects on both the people suffering from it…

Two people were killed when their vehicle crashed into a riverbed in Caddo County this August, according to news reports. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol responded to the fatal single-vehicle accident on the morning of Sunday, August 14. They say the vehicle crashed through a guardrail, ran down an embankment, and landed…

If you spend most of your workday typing or using your hands, you might notice that your hands or fingers start to feel numb over time. You might also notice that your hands and fingers are not as strong as they used to be or that you get a pins-and-needles…

Nursing homes should be places where our elderly family members can get the medical care and social interactions they need to enjoy their golden years. However, not all nursing homes take their duty to provide quality care seriously. And those that don’t put the people in their care at risk…

Equality in the workforce is crucial. However, men and women suffer differently when it comes to workplace accidents. The injury patterns for men and women vary greatly depending on gender, industry, and even social perceptions. Do these differences impact workers’ compensation claims? At Ryan Bisher Ryan and Simons, we want…

The government is responsible for identifying and repairing potholes in the roads we drive on daily. But what happens if a pothole isn’t fixed and causes a severe accident? If you were injured, would you be forced to pay for your medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other accident-related costs? Or…