“The sewer is backing up into my house…” “Grab the towels and a bucket!” “Call the water department, maybe they can help!” “This smell is awful!” Expletives fly, panic sinks in, and moving into a hotel seems like the only way to escape the nightmare. If this has happened to you, you are not alone. […]
He [Jim] was one on one, he didn’t just send someone out to take pictures, it wasn’t like he was too good to walk right in there.
Make sure you have proper insurance. Sewer backups are not automatically covered by all homeowner’s insurance policies. Check your policy to make sure you are covered for damages due to sewer backups. Remember, the City is not an insurer. The City can only pay for damages under extremely limited circumstances set out by law. Don’t […]
The mission of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality is to enhance the quality of life in Oklahoma and protect the health of its citizens by protecting, preserving and restoring the water, land and air of the state, thus fostering a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1677 Oklahoma City, OK 73101-1677 […]
Oral – drinking contaminated water or eating contaminated seafood Dermal – getting contaminated water on your skin and in open cuts or rashes Aerosol – inhaling water droplets such as those from breaking waves. When toxic substances enter a body of water, they will be dissolved, become suspended in water or get deposited on the […]
“Raw sewage can be a serious health risk particularly if it enters drinking water or even water that is used for fishing and swimming. The pathogens related to untreated sewage are bacteria, parasites and viruses that are most commonly associated with acute illnesses like diarrhea. However, there is one virus that can cause an acute […]
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – For two months now, folks living on North Florida Avenue have felt forgotten. “To me, it shows lack of concern, lack of worry for your fellow man,” said Paul Selco, who lives on the road. “I think it’s pretty much inexcusable.” In early July, Paul and his wife Christine’s home was […]
Client Testimonial | Marcia D. Hamilton
Never in my life did I ever think I would need an attorney for anything, but circumstances that were beyond my control changed that for me, so then I knew that I really did need someone. An acquaintance recommended Jim Buxton, and I am so thankful that I moved forward and contacted him. I was […]
Many “Sewer Back-up” claims are covered by the OGTCA which has time limits that forever bar your claim if not filed timely. Cities and Municipalities will generally provide you with a form to complete and submit for the “investigation”. You are not required to use any particular form and you should contact an experienced lawyer […]
Section 162 – Constitutional or Statutory Rights, Privileges or Immunities – Violation by Employee – Defending – Indemnification – Right of Recovery – Punitive or Exemplary Damages A. The state or any political subdivision, subject to procedural requirements imposed by this section, other applicable statute, ordinance, resolution, or written policy, shall: 1. Provide a […]
