Motorcycle helmet laws can vary from state to state, and it’s crucial for riders to understand the regulations in their area to ensure their safety and legal compliance. Oklahoma riders under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. However, in this blog, we will provide you with the necessary information to make informed decisions and protect yourself…
Attorney James Belote of The Law Offices of Stipe & Belote is a recipient of Avvo’s 2016 Client’s Choice Award. This honor is bestowed on lawyers and attorneys who earn five or more 4 or 5-star reviews on Avvo within the year. The ratings seen on Avvo are indicative of an attorney’s background, experience, and professionalism. This recent award is…
When KLLM semi-tractor trailer collision victim Latrina McNeil was offered a sum to settle her case, we knew we couldn’t accept such a low amount. After helping Latrina pursue compensation in court, a unanimous jury awarded her $2.5 million in late January. The disparity between what Latrina was offered to settle her case at mediation and what she ultimately won…
Woman Hit By Loomis Armored Truck Files Personal Injury Lawsuit In Willis v. Loomis Armored US LLC ( CJ-2015-142), the victim of a serious car accident caused by a Loomis driver has won a large verdict with the help of our team of personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Stipe & Belote. The incident that led to the lawsuit against Loomis occurred…
Ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are rapidly replacing taxi services in many areas of the country—according to Uber, the distance their cars traveled in the last five years is equivalent to a round trip to Saturn. As these cars are involved in more and more auto accidents, lawmakers are taking a closer look at who is actually liable when…
For the 8th consecutive year, Super Lawyers has selected Attorney James A. Belote for its 2016 Super Lawyers List. Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers and attorneys by state who have reached a high degree of recognition and professional achievement. To make their selection, Super Lawyers implements a multi-phase process that consolidates nominations made by peers and independent research. The purpose behind…
Car accidents are a common occurrence, and they can be devastating for those involved. If you’ve been in a car accident, you may be wondering whether you should contact an attorney. Here’s what you need to know. When to Contact an Attorney In general, it’s a good idea to contact an attorney if you’ve been in a car accident that…
While many car accidents are caused by distracted, drunk, or otherwise irresponsible drivers, a large portion are actually caused by issues with the road itself. From potholes to missing guardrails, there are many types of poor road conditions that can cause a serious car accident. If you’re injured in such a crash, however, recovering fair compensation can be a bit more…
A fire broke out on Tuesday, January 11th, at Quail Ridge Apartments in northwest Oklahoma City, according to NewsOK. The fire broke out at 4:45 pm, and flames were already pouring through the roof of the apartment complex when firefighters from a station less than a mile away arrived on the scene. Considering a response time of less than two minutes,…