Oklahoma Personal Injury Legal Blog

The Long-Term Costs of a Traumatic Brain Injury in Oklahoma City

By Attorney Ray Maples on December 20, 2025

A woman lies unconscious in a hospital bed with a nasal oxygen tube and medical monitors in the background, representing the long-term impact of catastrophic brain injuries in Oklahoma City.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most devastating medical conditions a person can suffer. It may affect the victim’s ability to work, care for themselves, and maintain emotional and financial stability for the rest of their lives.

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Spotting the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in OKC: What Families Need to Know

By Attorney Ray Maples on December 15, 2025

An elderly woman with a bruise under her eye looks distressed while touching her face, representing signs of nursing home abuse and neglect in Oklahoma City.

When you place a loved one in a nursing home, it’s reasonable to trust that they will be safe, cared for, and treated with dignity. Unfortunately, that trust is not always honored. When nursing home operators fail to take the necessary precautions to protect your loved ones, the results can be tragic.

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How to File a Wrongful Death Claim in OKC: A Guide for Grieving Families

By Attorney Ray Maples on December 10, 2025

Two people dressed in black stand close together at a funeral, comforting each other beside a bouquet of white lilies, symbolizing grief and wrongful death claims in Oklahoma City.

Losing a loved one is one of the most painful experiences a family can endure. When that loss is caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, your grief may be compounded by anger and financial uncertainty. If you are facing this situation, understanding how a wrongful death claim works can help you take the next step toward accountability and financial stability.

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Posted in: Wrongful Death

Distracted Driving Laws in OKC: How to Prove Fault After an Accident

By Attorney Ray Maples on December 5, 2025

A driver wearing a red jacket uses a smartphone while driving, illustrating distracted driving behavior and the risks associated with texting and driving in Oklahoma City.

When a person is driving, a single glance at a smartphone screen can lead to a devastating crash. That’s why distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious auto accidents. If you’ve been injured by someone who wasn’t paying attention behind the wheel, you may be entitled to compensation.

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Posted in: Auto Accident

Proving Liability in OKC Semi-Truck Accident Lawsuits

By Attorney Ray Maples on November 20, 2025

A red semi-truck parked in a lot under overcast skies, representing commercial trucking and liability investigations in Oklahoma City accident cases.

When a semi-truck crashes into a passenger vehicle, it can cause catastrophic injuries. Victims may suffer severe injuries or fatalities. Ray Maples is a semi-truck accident lawyer in OKC at Maples Injury Law, and we understand how to build a compelling case for proving fault in truck accidents in Oklahoma.

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Posted in: Truck Collision

How Driver Negligence Causes Pedestrian Injuries in OKC

By Attorney Ray Maples on November 15, 2025

A man is jaywalking across an intersection when the signal is clearly showing the do not cross symbol.

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users in Oklahoma City. When a driver makes a careless decision behind the wheel, the consequences can be devastating for someone who is traveling on foot.

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Posted in: Pedestrian Accident

Finding the Right Expert Witnesses for an OKC Car Accident Case

By Attorney Ray Maples on November 10, 2025

An attorney stands and speaks at a courtroom podium with a microphone, gesturing while addressing the court, symbolizing the role of expert witnesses in Oklahoma City car accident trials.

When you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident, filing an effective claim or lawsuit requires proving liability, demonstrating the extent of your injuries, and showing how your life has been affected by the crash. Expert witnesses can be used to demonstrate who caused the crash, the severity of your injuries, and the long-term financial cost of medical care and other expenses. 

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Posted in: Auto Accident

6 Clear Signs You Need a Personal Injury Attorney in OKC

By Attorney Ray Maples on November 5, 2025

An injured person using crutches shakes hands with a professional in a suit, symbolizing hiring a personal injury attorney for legal help in Oklahoma City.

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligent actions, you may be wondering whether you really need to call a lawyer. In Oklahoma City, many injury victims try to manage the injury claim process on their own, only to find out too late that they’ve jeopardized their case, accepted a lowball offer, or missed out on receiving the full compensation they deserve.

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Posted in: Personal Injury

Two People Killed In Three Vehicle Choctaw County Collision

By Attorney Ray Maples on February 15, 2016

Cars drive on a wet road at sunset with glowing headlights and a dramatic orange and purple sky.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) announced that two people were killed on U.S. 271 recently, just five miles from the town of Hugo in southern Oklahoma. The OHP stated that the three vehicle accident resulted in the death of two adults, 32 and 45 years old. Two other individuals, one a 14 year old girl, were injured in the crash.

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Posted in: Wrongful Death

Triple Vehicle Crash Occurs After Routine Norman Traffic Stop

By Attorney Ray Maples on February 8, 2016

A police car with flashing lights has pulled over another car on a snowy roadside at sunset.

Recently, a driver plowed into a police cruiser that had pulled over another vehicle for a minor moving violation. The accident occurred after a Norman police officer pulled over a woman and her daughter for driving with a broken tail light. While the officer was speaking to the woman, a third vehicle slammed into the officer’s cruiser, severely damaging all three vehicles. So far, no injuries have been reported.

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Posted in: Auto Accident