After an accident, many injured people worry they can’t file a claim because they were “partially at fault.” The truth is, Oklahoma law recognizes that accidents are rarely black-and-white — and you may still be entitled to compensation even if you made a mistake. This concept is called comparative fault, and understanding how it [...]
If you’ve been in an accident in Oklahoma, you’ve probably heard the terms “bodily injury” and “pain and suffering.” They sound similar — but legally, they mean two very different things. Understanding the difference can make a huge impact on your personal injury claim and how much compensation you may be entitled to recover. [...]
Not Every Case Is a Good Case — And That’s Okay If you’re wondering, “Will a lawyer even take my case?” — you’re not alone. At Aldridge Teasdale, we get that question every day. And while we want to help everyone, the truth is: some cases just aren’t the right fit. But here’s the [...]
Real Help, From the First Call When you’re hurt, stressed, and unsure what comes next, calling a lawyer can feel overwhelming. We get it — and that’s why we make it simple. At Aldridge Teasdale, your first call isn’t a sales pitch. It’s a conversation. One of our team members will walk you through [...]
We’re Not a Settlement Mill — and That’s by Design At Aldridge Teasdale, we take pride in being selective about the cases we accept. That might sound unusual — after all, we’re a personal injury law firm. But here’s the truth: not every case is a good fit for legal action, and not every [...]
How to Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall Injury Case What Counts as Negligence After a Fall? Not every fall is someone’s fault — but when a property owner fails to maintain a safe environment, and that failure causes your injury, it may be considered negligence under Oklahoma law. To win a slip [...]
Slipped and Got Hurt in a Store or Business? Here’s How to Tell If You Have a Case Not every fall leads to a lawsuit — but some falls absolutely should. In Oklahoma, property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises safe. If you were injured in a store, restaurant, parking lot, [...]
Injured by a Company Truck in Edmond? Here’s What to Do Next Whether it’s a delivery van near Covell Road or an 18-wheeler merging onto Broadway Extension, getting hit by a commercial vehicle in Edmond can be life-changing. These crashes often result in more serious injuries — and more complicated legal battles. If you [...]
What’s Causing So Many Truck Wrecks on I-35?If you’ve driven southbound on I-35 near Oklahoma City lately, you’ve likely seen the billboards: “Injured in a Truck Wreck? Call Aldridge Teasdale.” That’s not just marketing — it’s a response to a serious and growing problem on our highways.As one of the busiest trucking corridors in Oklahoma, [...]
They Might Look Similar — But Legally, They’re Worlds Apart At first glance, a crash is a crash. But when it comes to personal injury law, a semi-truck wreck is far more complex — and potentially more dangerous — than a regular car accident. If you or a loved one has been hit by [...]
