Carrying workers’ compensation coverage is mandatory for most employers. The coverage available indemnifies the business if workers get hurt on the job. Coverage also protects employers from liability for medical conditions related to a worker’s employment. Cancer or...
In the bustling construction world, agreements form the backbone of every project. Disputes arise when one party alleges that another has not met their contractual duties, leading to delays and financial losses. Therefore, it's crucial to understand how to defend...
Bad faith insurance disputes arise when policyholders claim that insurance companies do not act in good faith to honor a claim. Insurance companies have a duty to treat their policyholders fairly and to address claims promptly and reasonably. However, sometimes...
Arbitration agreements in employment contracts have become a significant topic of discussion, particularly in the context of class action lawsuits. These agreements typically require employees to resolve disputes through arbitration rather than the court system, and...
Imagine a typical day for a shopper entering a popular retail store. The fluorescent lights illuminate neatly arranged aisles, and the air hums with activity. The patron navigates the store with purpose, shopping list in hand. But as the shopper rounds a corner, their...
If you own property in Oklahoma, you have a duty of care to keep visitors and guests safe. As a business owner, for example, if there’s a parking lot available for your customers, you must keep it adequately lit at night. If you have insufficient lighting, and someone...
Employers in Oklahoma and throughout the country can typically fire at will. This means that you do not have to have a reason to let one of your employees go. You just can’t break the law in doing so, meaning you can’t terminate employment for an illegal reason....
Like most successful business owners in Oklahoma and across the country, you may have worked for years to build your company from the ground up. You’ve no doubt encountered challenges along the way and have probably endured some tough financial times, as well. Some...
Written agreements are no doubt an integral part of your Oklahoma business. The last thing you need, however, is to be dragged into court when someone with whom you’ve entered an agreement files a lawsuit against you. Knowing how to strengthen your business contracts...