Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: On November 30, 2023, what should have been routine sewer maintenance turned into a major disruption for four Oklahoma City small businesses. A City of Oklahoma City maintenance crew was working on sewer lines near 6221 W. Wilshire Blvd., where four businesses are located: Liquor USA, owned by Mai Cao; Dallas Fan […]
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: On December 7, 2024, what should have been routine sewer maintenance turned into a nightmare for the Roberti family. At approximately 9:00 a.m., Duke’s Root Control was treating the City of Oklahoma City’s sewer collection lines when raw sewage suddenly began flooding the Robertis’ home. When Jasmin Roberti saw sewage filling the […]
Wewoka, Oklahoma: When Terry and Debby Calvert’s home in Wewoka, Oklahoma was flooded with raw sewage, they were left dealing with much more than a plumbing problem. The sewer backup caused significant property damage, disrupted their daily lives, and created serious health hazards for their family. Even worse, this was not an isolated event—their home […]
Why Sewer Systems Actually Fail: Every day, millions of gallons of wastewater flow through an underground network of sewer pipes that most of us never think about. Hidden beneath our streets, these systems quietly transport wastewater away from homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals, making modern life possible. Because sewer systems operate out of sight, it’s […]
What Is Municipal Liability? When a municipal sewer system fails in Oklahoma, homeowners can suffer devastating property damage, costly repairs, and major disruptions to daily life. Many people ask the same question after a sewer backup: Can the city be held responsible? The answer depends on the doctrine of municipal liability. Municipal liability is the […]
A sewer backup can happen unexpectedly, leaving homeowners with many frequently asked questions, like these: Can I stay in My Home After a Sewer Backup? Staying in your home after a sewer backup depends on the extent of the damage. If raw sewage has entered your physical home, it’s often the safest option to leave […]
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma : Justin Guinn and Katherine Grasham endured years of repeated sewer backups at their Oklahoma City home. Despite making multiple service calls to the City, the problem continued, culminating in a devastating sewage flood that damaged their basement in September 2020. After the City claimed there was no blockage in its sewer […]
Washington, Oklahoma: Washington, Oklahoma — On March 23, 2023, Adelina Atkinson and her daughters, Wynette Abercrombie and Carmella Tate, experienced every homeowner’s worst nightmare when raw sewage from the Town of Washington’s municipal sewer system backed up into their home. After reporting the flood, the family struggled to get meaningful help from the town while […]
Is Sewage Backing Up Into Your Home? If this has happened to you, you are not alone. Fortunately, there is a path to reclaiming your home and your peace of mind. A sewer backup can turn your life upside down in minutes. Raw sewage inside your home can damage your property, create serious health hazards, […]
If a city has failed to properly maintain its sewer system and caused a backup into your home, you may be entitled to compensation: As a homeowner in Oklahoma, you have the right to expect that your property will be protected from harm caused by the actions of your local government’s negligence. This includes […]
