Car Accident
What Does “Negligence” Actually Mean in an Injury Case?
If you have been injured in an accident, you most likely have heard of the term “negligence.” However, you may be confused about exactly what it means even though you know it is very important for your case. According to Cornell Law School, the definition of negligence is “the failure to behave with the level…
Read MoreShould I Try to Find Witnesses for My Car Accident Lawsuit?
When a witness is available to provide a statement about your car accident, you may have a better chance of recovering compensation. You should look around at the scene of your accident – if you can – to see if there is anyone who may have witnessed what happened and would be willing to give…
Read MoreWhat Are the Biggest Driving “Problems” in Tulsa, According to OHSO?
Car wrecks occur too often throughout the State of Oklahoma. As one of the state’s largest cities, Tulsa has more than its fair share of crashes. Most of these accidents are due to driver error/negligence, which means they’re mostly preventable. The Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO) compiles data about every crash leading to injuries or…
Read MoreHow Do Car Accidents Cause Back and Spinal Cord Injuries?
After being involved in a car accident, you may immediately notice that your back is hurting. While it is very common to experience back pain instantly after an accident, some people also notice pain in their back a few hours or even days later. This is usually a sign that you might have a back,…
Read MoreThe Federal Government Is Requesting Speed Reduction in All New Vehicles
There are speed limits placed on highways, interstates, and roadways throughout the country. The goal of these speed limits is to encourage drivers to drive under a certain speed to prevent accidents from occurring. Most drivers know this, but still make the careless and reckless decision to drive over the speed limits. This is one…
Read MoreWhy Oklahoma’s Move Over Law Is One of the Most Important Laws to Follow
Many Tulsa drivers are aware that they are required to slow down, stop, and yield the right-of-way to any emergency vehicles that have either their lights or sirens on. What they may not know is that they’re supposed to do the same thing when an emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, too.…
Read MoreSome Neighbor: Class Action Lawsuit Against State Farm Is Moving Forward
State Farm is being sued by several policyholders stemming from allegations that the company engaged in fraud — the specifics of their conduct certainly doesn’t align with their promise of being a “good neighbor.” If you carry your car insurance with State Farm and have experienced a total loss of vehicle after a car accident,…
Read MoreI Was Hit by a Food Delivery Driver in Tulsa; Now What?
Delivery drivers should be thanked for the service they provide our communities. Without them, local businesses would lose customers and you would lose the option to order in. When these delivery drivers get into accidents, however, they often create a bigger headache than accidents with other drivers. How is a delivery driver accident similar to…
Read MoreWhat Counts as Medical Expenses in a Tulsa Car Accident Lawsuit?
If you were injured in a Tulsa car accident, you can seek compensation for your medical expenses. These expenses typically encompass healthcare-related costs like hospital stays, medications, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and emotional therapy, as well as ongoing medical check-ups and interventions. These expenses are considered part of the overall healthcare and recovery process resulting…
Read MoreIs Legalized Marijuana Impacting Roadway Safety?
In September 2022, an accident in Tulsa claimed the lives of three teenagers when a 17-year-old driver lost control of her car. The driver now faces charges of first-degree manslaughter and driving under the influence of drugs. According to Fox News 23, a preliminary report suggested that high speed contributed to the crash. While in…
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