As summer approaches, many Oklahoma families may be thinking about taking a road trip. Road-tripping is an economical way to see the sights and enjoy spending time with loved ones. But while navigating highways and interstates, one can encounter a lot of traffic traveling at high speeds, which can increase the chances of being involved in an accident. Following some basic guidelines can help one reduce the risk of having a crash. Road trip safety One of the most important parts of road trip safety begins before the trip. Checking the vehicle to be sure everything is in good working order can p ..read more

Surviving a collision brings relief, yet recovery can be challenging. If you’ve suffered a catastrophic injury, such as damage to your spinal cord, life as you knew it before the collision may cease to exist. Adapting to a new lifestyle after a car accident due to permanent disability is both physically demanding and emotionally difficult.   If you were a physically active person before the car accident that resulted in a spinal cord injury, confinement to a wheelchair for the rest of your life can evoke intense feelings of frustration and anger. In fact, many spinal injury patients ..read more

When navigating Oklahoma’s roadways after dark, limited visibility can cause one to have an accident. By using headlights when appropriate, many accidents may be prevented. Headlights allow one to see oncoming vehicles and other obstructions on or near the roadway. When a driver doesn’t use their headlights, they are putting themselves and others on the road at risk. A recent two-vehicle crash in Jackson County, which left one injured, has been attributed to one of the drivers not using their headlights.   Details of the accident  The crash happened on a Saturday night in Blair ..read more

When a commercial vehicle operator hits another motorist or a pedestrian, the results are often fatal. Those who survive such incidents may experience catastrophic injuries. In addition to a brain or spinal cord injury, severe fractures, internal organ damage and more, there’s another injury spoken of much less often — emotional trauma. If a tractor-trailer or other massive commercial vehicle hits you, it often causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The effects of PTSD can cause both immediate and far-reaching adverse issues in a person’s life. If you have recently been involved in a co ..read more

Many families in Oklahoma will receive a phone call before 2024 ends that turns their world upside down in an instant. On the other end of the line will be a police officer who informs them there has been a motor vehicle collision. Some people will hear a knock at their door and discover a deputy who tries as gently as possible to inform them that their loved one has suffered fatal injuries in a car accident. Coping with unexpected loss is difficult, especially in a wrongful death situation. The phrase “wrongful death” refers to circumstances where a person has died because of a situation that ..read more

Oklahoma parents reasonably expect that products sold for use by children have been proven to be safe. Sadly, many child-centered products are continuing to be recalled at a higher rate than in previous years. Many of the recalled products caused serious injuries to children, some of which were fatal. Parents can benefit from researching products before purchasing them for use by their children and by knowing their rights if their child is injured due to a defective product.  Recalled products  The year 2023 saw an increase in recalls of products designed for use by children. One of ..read more

If you live or work near Durant, Oklahoma, you’ve no doubt sat in long lines of bumper-to-bumper traffic on more than one occasion. With several casinos and resorts nearby that offer top-notch gaming and live entertainment, full-time residents from throughout the state, as well as tourists from across the country, often travel to the area. Highway traffic typically moves at a fast pace (except when there’s a traffic jam), and you’re likely going to share the road with tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles, which increases the risk of a truck accident. Various issues are often causal f ..read more

Motorcycles are used year-round by some Oklahomans for leisure and their main mode of transportation. While most motorcyclists are aware of the risks associated with riding and are cautious to try to avoid crashing, some accidents can’t be avoided when another driver is negligent. Motorcycle riders can benefit from refreshing their memories of proper safety procedures and ensuring that they follow these procedures on every ride.   Staying safe on a motorcycle  Staying aware and alert while navigating roads is one of the most important aspects of staying safe when riding a motorc ..read more

Suffering any type of harm in an accident can create many short- and long-term challenges for victims here in Oklahoma. This can especially be true if you or a loved one sustained any type of catastrophic injury that can have life-altering consequences. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is arguably the most frightening of all these, and it is far too often the result of preventable motor vehicle accidents. There are many complexities involved with traumatic brain injuries, including instances where the symptoms and issues slowly develop over time. These cases are secondary brain injuries, while p ..read more

Insurance is one of those things that most people don’t like having to pay for but are glad to have it when they need it. There are many types of insurance, such as home insurance, automobile insurance, life insurance and more. As a policyholder, you can expect your insurance company to make good on the terms of your contract when you file a claim. Sadly, that doesn’t always happen. In fact, many cases of bad faith insurance have occurred in Oklahoma and throughout the country. Bad faith insurance refers to an insurance agency’s failure to honor a legitimate claim. If you file a claim and the ..read more