Personal Injury Cases – Law Offices of Jeff Martin

When we buy groceries, we load items into our cart assuming they are safe for us and our families. With so many new products coming out every day, however, it can be hard to be sure which ones have been on the market for a long while and which are brand new. In that sense, food can be like pharmaceuticals—if a dangerous drug is discovered, it is immediately pulled from pharmacy shelves, and the same goes for grocery items that are known to cause food poisoning. This can turn into a case of product liability, and victims need to know their rights, including Oklahoma product liability injury victims.

A food poisoning situation recently occurred when popular beverage company Odwalla recalled a new drink, called the Chocolate Protein Monster, after it caused four people to experience severe peanut allergy reactions. Because peanut allergies can be life-threatening, had the drinks not been pulled from shelves immediately, the company could have had a wrongful death lawsuit on their hands.

The Tulsa personal injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Jeff Martin in Oklahoma know that even the most reputable companies can occasionally put out a product that has not been sufficiently tested and may have traces of peanut or other foods that cause severe allergies. This is particularly disconcerting when it’s a product that kids love, such as a chocolate drink, as they may purchase it on their own, not knowing that it contains an ingredient that could cause a deadly reaction.

According to an article in the New York Times, Coca-Cola—which owns Odwalla—says it is recalling 12-ounce and 32-ounce bottles of Chocolate Protein Monster which have “enjoy by” dates before and including May 23, 2012. These drinks were distributed nationwide, making Oklahoma peanut allergy sufferers vulnerable. Anyone with a severe sensitivity or allergy to peanuts and/or tree nuts risks suffering a serious or life-threatening reaction if they drink the beverage.

Though Odwalla says the drink contains no peanut or tree nut ingredients, it is consulting with the FDA to investigate the cause of these allergic reactions. When even the maker of a dangerous drink cannot figure out how a product without any traces of peanuts or tree nuts is causing adverse reactions, it is unnerving for consumers. Even more reason to wait a while before purchasing a brand new product, just in case something like peanut allergy reactions occur.

If you or a loved one was injured due to food poisoning, peanut allergy reaction or any other dangerous product liability issue, please call the Law Office of Jeff Martin right away. We’re your personal injury lawyer in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area and can help you fight for your rights. Call us at 1-800-980-9205 or complete our online contact form to schedule a free consultation.

The Law Offices of Jeff Martin
4815 S. Harvard, Suite# 380
Tulsa, OK 74135

It’s finally happening: Baby boomers are becoming senior citizens, and it’s impacting society on nearly every front, including our road, highway and traffic laws.

At present one-sixth of the licensed drivers in the United States are 65 and older, but by 2025 that will increase to one in five drivers. So in every state, including Oklahoma, elderly driver car accidents could be on the rise as well. The reason isn’t as obvious as one might think because older drivers don’t cause more accidents—in fact, their driving safety record is better than for those under 65, particularly teen drivers. The concern that there could be more elderly car crash fatalities is two-fold, and Tulsa, Oklahoma personal injury lawyer Jeff Martin keeps close attention to statistics on both issues.

As baby boomers age, they will become more frail and for the elderly, car crash injuries—whiplash, broken bones and head injuries—are far more common than in younger drivers. In addition, as an age-group, they are more active than ever before, with many older folks working well past typical retirement age and leading fuller lives than elderly people did in the past.

TRIP, a national nonprofit transportation research group, has been working toward increased funding, research, planning, and implementation of innovative solutions designed to help older drivers have safer roads more tailored to their health challenges and lifestyles. The goal is to reduce older driver car accidents—from rear-enders to head-on collisions to roll-overs—by improving signage, roads and traffic patterns.

Because deteriorating eyesight is such a common issue for aging drivers, larger print on signs, brighter lighting and better traffic sign placement are part of TRIP’s objectives. They also hope to see the widening of left-turn lanes, lengthening of merge or exit lanes and an increase in speed bumps or rumble strips.

Such changes could make roads safer for hard-working, hard-playing baby boomers and everyone else on the road too. And since even young drivers will one day be elderly themselves, this forward-thinking approach to improving road and traffic conditions will benefit drivers everywhere.

At the Law Office of Jeff Martin, if you or a loved one was injured due to an elderly driver or if you are an older driver needing legal advice, we’re your personal injury lawyer in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area. Call us at 1-800-980-9205 or complete our online contact form to schedule a free consultation.

The Law Offices of Jeff Martin
4815 S. Harvard, Suite# 380
Tulsa, OK 74135

News of a fatal auto accident in Oklahoma has become far too common. In 2010, a total of 668 people died in car crashes. Many factors come into play in an accident. But recently, motor vehicle accidents caused by drivers using cell phones have become routine. That’s why the National Transportation Safety Board recently recommended banning the use of cell phones while driving, including hands-free cell phone devices.

What would you do if you or someone you love was seriously injured or worse in an accident caused by a texting driver? You need a determined Oklahoma texting auto accident attorney who demands results. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Serving clients throughout Oklahoma, our experienced Tulsa distracted driving attorneys stand up for the rights of auto accident victims every day. We understand how frustrating and complicated auto accidents can be for people. Allow us to cut through the red tape so you can get back to living your life. Contact a Tulsa texting accident attorney who puts people first. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

Nationwide, 35 states ban texting while driving. In addition, nine states prohibit the use of hand-held phones. No states completely restrict drivers from using cell phones. That should change, according to NTSB chairman Deborah Herman. She compared using a cell phone while driving to drunk driving. “It’s going to be very unpopular with some people,” Herman said, referring to the idea of completely banning drivers from using cell phones. “We’re not here to win a popularity contest. We’re here to do the right thing.”

A deadly auto accident this year in Missouri sparked the NTSB to propose the national cell phone ban on drivers. A 19-year-old driver sent or received 11 text messages in 11 minutes before trigging a four-vehicle pile up, killing two people and injuring 38.

Such behavior shows that texting drivers are not focused on the road, Herman said. “It’s about not being engaged at the task at hand,” she said. “Lives are being lost in the blink of an eye.”

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Hunting season recently kicked into full swing in Oklahoma. Hunting whitetail deer, turkeys and quail have long been a popular past time in the Sooner state. But accidents happen, even to the safest hunters or casual bystanders.

Like other states, hunting accidents in Oklahoma are rare, but they sadly do happen. And each year, there are accidental deaths involving firearms across the state. Figures range from a 20 year low of nine accidental firearms deaths in 2006 in Oklahoma to a high of 36 deaths in 1988. See : Hunting Accident Lawyer Tulsa OK

The vast majority of hunters practice their craft with care and sensitivity. But a small number of hunters disregard established rules and regulations. Some ignore private property signs and trespass onto other people’s land. Others hunt out of season or at night – both against the law in Oklahoma. Sometimes, such hunters are simply a nuisance. Other times, the consequences of irresponsible hunters can be deadly.

Accidents happen. What would you do if you or a loved one were injured in a hunting accident? What if your property was damaged by a trespassing hunter? Understanding Oklahoma’s complex hunting regulations can be difficult. You need someone who thoroughly understands the law. You need an experienced legal team in your corner. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

Our knowledgeable attorneys have years of experience defending victims of hunting accidents in Oklahoma. We tenaciously investigate every case and work tirelessly to obtain the full compensation you deserve. We know how to uncover facts other firms might overlook. We leave no stone unturned!

Hunting accidents can be traumatic. Your family’s lives can change in an instant. Don’t be a victim. Take action. Contact Jeff Martin today. We’re on your side.

If you drive a school bus in Oklahoma, you can’t operate a cell phone at the same reason. And a recent study sheds light on exactly why people should be concerned about drivers texting or operating a cell phone at the same time. According to the scientific study, drivers react twice as slow while texting.

Serious accidents demand serious attention. You need a determined Oklahoma texting accident attorney on your side after your accident. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Serving clients in Oklahoma, our experienced Tulsa distracted driving attorneys work closely with clients to protect their rights. Each case is unique. But the goal is the same: to get you the money you rightfully deserve for your accident. Don’t leave your future to chance. Contact Tulsa texting accident attorney who fights for justice. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

Results from the recent scientific study conducted by the Texas Transportation Institute revealed some shocking information. Using a closed road, the scientific test involved drivers attempting to read or write a text message while driving on an open road and a section of roadway lined with construction barrels. Throughout the test, drivers who were texting reacted much slower than the test subjects who were not texting. “It is frightening,” the researchers wrote, “to think of how much more poorly our participants may have performed if the driving conditions were more consistent with routine driving.”

Texting accidents happen fast in Oklahoma. In the blink of an eye, your life can change forever. Don’t be a victim. Take action. Contact an Oklahoma accident attorney who puts people first. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin – committed to excellence, focused on results.

Pedestrian accidents are far too common in Oklahoma. Just recently, a 73-year-old woman was killed while crossing the street in Tulsa, Oklahoma. And in 2010, pedestrian accidents claimed the lives of 68 people in Oklahoma, according to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office. Now, a surprising new study has uncovered a startling link between pedestrian accidents and texting.

Pedestrian accidents happen fast. In the blink of an eye, you can sustain a serious, life-altering injury while crossing the street. Fatal pedestrian accidents are also a serious, real threat. Scared? Confused? Contact a personal injury lawyer in Tulsa who fights for victims every day. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Throughout Oklahoma, our Tulsa personal injury lawyers have a well-earned reputation for being tough, no-nonsense lawyers.

When we tackle a case, we put all our resources to work for our clients. We often examine police reports to determine if the driver failed to stop while you were crossing the street. We also consider other factors, such as whether the driver was operating under the influence or driving with an expired license. So many factors come into play in pedestrian accidents. We leave no stone unturned in our relentless pursuit of justice. Rely on a Tulsa personal injury attorney who puts people first. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

A recent scientific study revealed that texting while crossing the street significantly increases the chances of a pedestrian texting accident. Specifically, the odds of being hit by a vehicle while crossing the street increase by four times when pedestrians are texting compared to pedestrians who are not texting, according to research conducted by the Youth Safety Laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. And even more dangerous is listening to music and crossing the street at the same time, the same study reports.

Serious accidents demand serious attention. This may be your only opportunity for justice. Don’t settle for second best. Contact a tough Tulsa law firm who will fight for you. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. We mean business!

More than 500 people over 65 years old are injured in car accidents every day nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control. And the odds of getting in a fatal accident increase noticeably each year for drivers over 75 years old. But an interesting thing happens when older drivers have grandchildren with them in a vehicle. Children are twice as safe when their grandparents are driving instead of their parents, according to a recent scientific study.

Accidents happen fast in Oklahoma. Knowing what to do can be confusing. You need a personal injury lawyer in Tulsa you can trust on your side. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Our law firm has a well-earned reputation throughout Oklahoma for its first-class Tulsa personal injury attorneys. When we take on a case, we put all our resources to work for our clients. We carefully examine the facts and build a rock-solid case with one goal in mind: get our clients the money they rightfully deserve. Contact Tulsa personal injury lawyers who put people first. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. We’re on your side.

Older drivers are some of the most responsible drivers in many ways, the CDC reports. An estimated 77 percent of drivers over 65 years old wear their seatbelts compared to 63 percent of drivers 18 to 64 years old. Older drivers limit their driving during bad weather and at night. They also have drastically lower incidences of drunk driving compared to drivers 21 to 64 years old.

Even so, even the safest drivers can easily be injured in an accident. Don’t let someone else’s reckless behavior ruin your life. Take back control. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. We realize your case isn’t just about the money. It’s about justice, about making sure you get the attention you rightfully deserve.

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Teenager drivers in Oklahoma during the summer are more likely to be involved in a deadly car accident than any other time of the year. That’s the conclusion of a recent auto accident study by AAA. More deadly auto accidents involving teenage drivers happen between Memorial Day and Labor Day than any other time of the year, AAA reports.

Knowing what to do after a serious car accident can be overwhelming. You want to simply focus on your health or your family’s recovery. But often, there’s financial matters to consider, dealing with the police and insurance companies. We’ve dealt with all of these issues before. We know what to expect.

When you have one of our Oklahoma car accident lawyers on your side, you can be assured we will work tirelessly to get you the compensation you rightfully deserve. Licensed throughout Oklahoma, the Law Offices of Jeff Martin has a renowned reputation as a first-class auto accident attorney in Tulsa. Put your trust in a Tulsa auto accident lawyer who will fight for your family. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin right now. A delay may affect your case.

Teenage drivers cause thousands of deadly accidents every summer.  Between 2005 and 2009, more than 7,300 passengers and drivers ages 13 to 19 were killed in car crashes between Memorial Day and Labor Day, reports AAA.

Why are teens more likely to cause accidents than adults? Here are the most common factors that put teen drivers at risk according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• Teenagers under estimate dangerous situations
• Teens drive faster and leave less room between them and other vehicles
• 26 % of male drivers 15 to 20 years old in fatal crashes had been drinking
• Teens have the lowest seatbelt use rate of any age group

Don’t leave your future to chance. Take action. Contact the Law offices of Jeff Martin. Allow us to handle your car accident case. We’re on your side.

In 2008, 749 people in Oklahoma died as a result of a motor vehicle accident within 30 days of the crash. Each death is tragic. And each death affects thousands of people, emotionally and financially.

Measuring how hard each death affects families is impossible. But you can put a price tag on the financial impact of a fatal motor vehicle crash. And the numbers are startling: $700 million each year for Oklahoma residents.

Fatal accidents demand serious attention. You need a determined Oklahoma car accident lawyer on your side. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Licensed throughout Oklahoma, Jeff Martin has a renowned reputation as a top  auto accident attorney in Tulsa. After a traumatic accident, your family will surely need expert legal advice. Count on a Tulsa auto accident lawyer who will fight for your family. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released a study on the financial impact of fatal vehicle crashes in the United States. Each year, such accidents cost families $41 billion in medical expenses and lost work.

In Oklahoma, fatal motor vehicle crashes cost people statewide $693 million in lost work and $7 million in medical costs each year, the CDC reports. The lost work statistics represent what a crash victim would have made if they had survived the accident.

Fatal car crashes hit families hard. The loss of a loved one can last a lifetime. Don’t try to deal with all the complicated legal issues related to a deadly motor vehicle accident on your own. Contact an Oklahoma lawyer you can trust to put your family first. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

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Oklahoma’s governor recently signed a bill into law known as “no pay, no play” which could revolutionize the auto insurance industry. The recently approved law limits drivers’ ability to collect noneconomic damages in Oklahoma after an accident if they’re not insured at the time of the crash.

Lawmakers hope the new law will encourage more Oklahoma drivers to get auto insurance, something that’s mandatory in the state. An estimated 24 percent of Oklahoma drivers did not have auto insurance in 2007 and 2009, according to a report published by an Oklahoma insurance research group. That means roughly 1 out of 4 drivers in Oklahoma have no auto insurance, far higher than the national average of 1 in 7.

Laws change fast. Keeping up with the latest rules can be difficult. Don’t assume you know all of Oklahoma’s insurance regulations. You need an expert familiar with laws governing Oklahoma uninsured drivers. You need the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. Licensed throughout Oklahoma, Jeff Martin has a renowned reputation as a top Tulsa uninsured driver attorney. After an accident, your need a law firm that knows the law inside out. You need a Tulsa auto accident attorney who will fight for your family. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.

Insurance policies can be very difficult to understand. You may think you’re covered if you’ve had an accident. But the fine print can sometimes make it very difficult or even impossible to collect the money you rightfully deserve.

Don’t let the insurance companies push you around. Fight back. Contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin. When you contact us, you send a message to the insurance companies. You’re telling them you mean business.

The Law Offices of Jeff Martin – we’re on your side.