You’re driving through an intersection when a semi-truck runs the red light and hits your car. It’s a sudden and very severe accident, and you suffer a significant spinal cord injury. You are rushed to the hospital, but you know it’s going to change the course of your life. When seeking compensation for your injuries, perhaps from the truck driver or the trucking company itself, you would likely start by looking at all of the medical bills you had in the first year after that injury. For spinal cord injuries, this can be significant. For example, a low tetraplegia, which occurs between the C5 ..read more

Drivers always put themselves at risk of being involved in an auto accident when they get on the road. Statistically, millions of people are involved in auto accidents every year. There is a possibility that every driver will be involved in at least one accident in their lifetime – some drivers may experience a handful of accidents.  Auto accidents happen for many reasons. Many of them are caused by negligence and user errors. Here are a few common causes of auto accidents:  Distracted driving Distracted driving happens when a driver does something that causes them to lose or divide ..read more

If you have contributed to an accident in Oklahoma, you may be concerned about whether it will affect your settlement. In a nutshell, it will. However, just because you played a role in the crash does not mean you cannot hold the other party liable or recover compensation for your injuries and losses. Oklahoma’s comparative negligence rules allow for recovery of damages even if you are partially at fault for an accident. However, your contribution to the crash should not exceed the other party’s. It means that you cannot recover compensation from the other party involved in the accident if you ..read more

Motor vehicle collisions can cause thousands of dollars of expenses in a matter of moments. Property damage to the vehicles involved and the injuries generated can have lasting financial consequences. People assume that insurance can cover those expenses. The liability insurance required in Oklahoma helps people offset the financial responsibility for crashes. Those injured in a recent collision likely expect to receive compensation from the insurance of the other driver. They may discover upon filing a claim that the person at fault for the wreck is underinsured. Why is it so common for drive ..read more

Truck drivers often cross state lines and may even drive across the entire country. Many states now prohibit the use of handheld devices in the car, so drivers are not allowed to do this. These laws apply to truck drivers as well as commuters and others. But even if they didn’t, it’s important to point out that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration also prohibits the use of handheld devices for truck drivers specifically. So, even if a driver is in a state where such use is allowed, they cannot do so while they are working in their capacity as a commercial driver. There are some case ..read more

Individuals who purchase vehicles generally expect that there won’t be any safety problems if they opt to buy a new vehicle instead of a used one. Unfortunately, people who purchased new 2022 and 2023 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks have likely just learned about a serious recall. Toyota issued a recall on February 27, 2024, for approximately 381,000 vehicles. While notification of the issue has been released to the public, Toyota Tacoma owners affected by it may not receive a formal, individualized notification of the problem until late April of this year. What’s the issue? The issue at the heart ..read more

Oklahoma has seen its share of extreme weather, with tornadoes, sub-zero temperatures and heat waves that last for weeks. But it’s not the only place. You only have to watch the news to see how California is experiencing substantial rain while lake-effect snows and hurricane-force winds hammer the Northeast United States. So, if you are getting ready to embark on a long trip to another state or across the country, it’s crucial to know the impact of an unexpected weather event. Be prepared There is nothing like the exhilaration of hitting the open road to travel cross-country. Diverse landscape ..read more

Does your daily commute take you onto the interstates or freeways? If so, you likely spend time twice daily jockeying for position with these big-road behemoths. The wintry weather conditions we have thus far experienced in Winter 2023 – 2024 only make these highway encounters more dangerous. So, why is driving in winter such a hazard for 18-wheeler truckers? Below is some useful information on staying safe around semitrucks this winter. Beware of black ice Black ice is different from the thick, white ice that also presents hazards to winter drivers. Because it is such a thin layer, it is near ..read more

Product recalls are issued when a product is found to be defective or potentially harmful, posing risks to consumers or the environment. Staying informed about product recalls is important for several reasons, as harm caused by defective products could impact your safety, health and finances.  Understanding these risks and responding appropriately is essential for protecting both yourself and your loved ones. While you’re undoubtedly a busy person, integrating product recall news into your regular scrolling habits just might save your life or the life of someone you love.  Making thi ..read more

T-bone accidents are also known as side-impact crashes because they happen when one vehicle collides with the side of another. Side-impact collisions are prevalent at intersections where vehicles travel at a perpendicular angle. When a driver violates the proper right of way, ignores stop signs or runs red lights, they can run into the side of an oncoming vehicle, creating a “T” shape. Side-impact collisions can be devastating for passengers on the vehicle’s side that absorbed the crash’s impact. Here are some of the most common injuries such passengers can sustain in a T-bone accident. 1. Whi ..read more