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March 10, 2025 · Nathan Richter

Why Insurance Companies Want You to Settle Quickly—And Why You Should Talk to a Lawyer First

Insurance companies often call within days of a wreck with a fast offer — not out of generosity, but to settle cheap before the full damage is clear. A look at the tactics adjusters use to shrink payouts, why settling early can backfire, and how a lawyer levels the playing field.

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February 6, 2025 · John Alberts

Bison Law Firm: Facing the Storm with Strength and Resolve

The story behind the name. Why a bison — an animal that charges into oncoming storms rather than fleeing them — captures the strength, resilience, and head-on resolve Bison Law Firm brings to every case it takes.

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January 24, 2025 · John Alberts

The Importance of Knowing Your Insurance Coverage During Winter Weather

Cold months bring a spike in accidents on icy, snow-covered roads. Practical tips for driving safely in winter weather, the steps to take if you're in a winter wreck, and why understanding your insurance coverage matters before the first freeze hits.

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December 30, 2024 · John Alberts

Reflecting on 2024: Gratitude, Growth, and a Vision for 2025

A year-end reflection on a milestone 2024 — a year that saw more than 500 people helped through some of the hardest moments of their lives — with deep gratitude for the team and community behind that work, and a hopeful look ahead to 2025.

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December 2, 2024 · Mark Van Paasschen

Premises Liability in Oklahoma: The Legal Responsibility of Property Owners

A plain-English guide to Oklahoma premises liability law — the duty property owners owe to visitors, the three visitor categories that determine that duty, what an injured person must prove to recover, and how the state's comparative negligence rule can reduce or bar a claim.

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September 24, 2024 · Mark Van Paasschen

How Social Media Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case

How your social media activity can quietly weaken a personal injury claim. A look at the way insurers and defense attorneys mine everyday posts, photos, and tags for evidence to dispute your injuries — and why online restraint protects your case until it's resolved.

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August 21, 2024 · John Alberts

How to Prepare for an Accident: A Step-by-Step Guide

No one plans to be in a car accident, but preparation makes the aftermath far easier to manage — from stocking an emergency kit and installing a dash cam to understanding your insurance, keeping up with maintenance, and having a legal plan ready before you ever need it.

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July 16, 2024 · Mark Van Paasschen

NAVIGATING INSURANCE SETTLEMENTS: A CAUTIONARY TALE

Why accepting a quick insurance settlement can cost you far more than it pays. A look at how adjusters undervalue injuries, why a signed settlement is final even if your condition worsens later, and how an attorney's review protects you before you agree to anything.

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June 20, 2024 · John Alberts

Understanding Different Types of Personal Injury Cases

An overview of the most common types of personal injury cases — car accidents, slip-and-fall and premises liability, medical malpractice, and product liability — and what makes each one distinct when it comes to proving negligence and pursuing compensation.

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June 11, 2024 · John Alberts

5 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

The five essential steps to take in the chaotic moments right after a car accident — checking for injuries, moving to safety, exchanging information, documenting the scene, and reporting to police — so you protect both your well-being and any future claim.

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