Tornado-Related Injuries and Liability in Oklahoma

When you think of a tornado, you probably think of high winds, flying debris, and homes ripped from their foundations. Tornadoes don’t just damage property. They can also cause serious injuries and sometimes even fatalities. Every year, Oklahoma sees dozens of tornadoes. In fact, Oklahoma sits right in the heart of Tornado Alley and averages…

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Oklahoma’s Illegal Truck Driver Crisis

Recent tragic events have exposed the risks posed by illegal truck drivers. Oklahoma is now attempting to crack down on these drivers and their employers. A recent Tulsa World article covered a law enforcement sweep on I-40. That sweep found that over one in four of the drivers stopped were undocumented. To make matters worse,…

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Understanding Vicarious Liability in Oklahoma Truck Accident Cases

Oklahomans are no strangers to truck accidents. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), over 3,300 bus and truck accidents happened in the state in 2024, with 110 people losing their lives. Of course, not all truck accidents are fatal. Many of the truck/bus accidents that happened in 2024 were non-fatal crashes, and…

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Jurisdiction in Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawsuits

You’ve been injured in an accident and you’re considering legal action. At some point during this process, you’ll hear the term “jurisdiction.” While you’re unlikely to come across this word outside the legal world, it’s important that you understand what it means, how it affects your personal injury claim, and how you should proceed. When…

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Common Violations by Trucking Companies That Lead to Injury

Trucking accidents are different from other types of vehicle accidents in a number of important ways. One of the biggest factors that complicate these claims is the FMCSA and their trucking regulations. There’s good reason for trucking companies to be heavily regulated—they move millions of tons of cargo across the country, and they’re in a…

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