 The Fourth of July is a time to kick back and relax, enjoy a nice cookout, maybe crack open a few beers … but when fireworks are added to the mix, things can turn ugly, fast. Take the recent example of one of our clients, who we’ll call Jenny. Jenny was having a good time […]
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In December, a nearly miraculous thing happened: people in the U.S. started to get a vaccine against COVID-19, the viral disease that disrupted every aspect of our lives in 2020. But how will the availability of an injection to prevent people from getting sick change the relationship between workers and their employers? Most importantly – can
Can Employers Make People Get the COVID-19 Vaccine? Read More »
So you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident — once the initial shock wears off, you’re left wondering how you’ll pay your medical bills. Directly following an accident, it’s impossible to know the full extent of your injuries or how long the recovery process will take. Insurance companies often prey on victims’ immediate need
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Witnessing a family member or friend succumb to the effects of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia is truly heartbreaking. These diseases are cruel and unpredictable, unfairly altering people’s memories, personalities and even their ability to form personal connections. Thousands of Oklahomans entrust their loved ones to memory care facilities. But what happens when
Guarding Against Negligence: Protecting Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s Read More »
People often see the glamour of pro sports. The lights, the crowds, the glory. But attorney Emily Biscone sees the other side of the game. “Athletes are just like any other working person, and they can get hurt on the job,” she said. They’re often eligible for workers’ compensation benefits when they are stuck on
Athletes Can Get Workers’ Compensation, Too Read More »
Many industries have transitioned to virtual work environments due to the COVID-19 crisis, and the legal industry is no exception. The Johnson & Biscone team is now working remotely while continuing to fight diligently for our clients. Though courthouses across Oklahoma are closed and scheduled hearings are postponed, our team is finding innovative ways to
Virtual Vindicators: Our Legal Team Continues To Fight Despite Court Closures Read More »
Law enforcement officers, firefighters and paramedics put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe. First responders’ unwavering dedication to serving the greater good inspires us to give back, especially when they are hurt on the job. These real-life heroes face a high risk of work-related injuries due to their dangerous and unpredictable jobs. For
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Health insurance companies’ tendency to put profits before people received a hard-hitting blow in 2018. An Oklahoma jury awarded a $25.5 million verdict against managed health care company Aetna for denying coverage to a cancer patient. Americans deserve the right to receive medical care based on a doctor’s recommendations, not health insurance company’s profits. When
Oklahoma jury sends $25 million message to health insurance industry Read More »
Johnson & Biscone client James Bond isn’t a British intelligence officer, but sleuthing skills were necessary to help him win his Social Security disability case. Bond was injured in 2008 when he was working at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). During inclement weather, he slipped and fell from his work truck. He shattered his
No International Mystery – Hard Work Wins Case Read More »
Just because an auto collision doesn’t cause visible property damage doesn’t mean there won’t be personal injuries. When Johnson & Biscone’s client Renee Lewis was rear-ended in her car, her left shoulder and elbow were injured, although there was little damage to either vehicle. Renee was taken to a hospital emergency room after the wreck.
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