FMCSA May Be Cracking Down on Unsafe Trucks, Drivers, and Companies
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has an abundance of new proposed rules for the trucking industry. These new rules will specifically target roadside inspections, automatic emergency braking systems (AEBs), and electronic logging devices (ELDs). Between March and June 2021, the agency plans to issue formal notices along with at least four proposals. The…
Read MoreRoad Defects Can Lead to Car Accidents
As hard as it is to remember at times, celebrities are just like us. They are capable of experiencing some of the same issues we go through in life, including car accidents. One celebrity that recently was involved in a serious car accident was Flavor Flav, one of the founders of American hip hop group…
Read MoreWrongful Death Claims from Tulsa Truck Accidents
While all traffic accidents are dangerous, the fact of the matter is that truck accidents are unique for a number of reasons. In addition to a truck’s massive size and weight, all trucks need additional time to safely stop without colliding with any other vehicles. When a truck driver does not have enough time to…
Read MoreWork Zone Accidents and Injuries
Besides being cut off from another driver, there’s one thing that all drivers cannot stand: traffic. In a way, one of the positive effects of the global shutdown was that the number of cars traveling on the road decreased, so there was significantly less traffic to deal with when you did need to go somewhere.…
Read MoreSafety Hazards and Injuries Associated with Working in an Oil Field
Working in an oil field in Oklahoma can be one of the most rewarding jobs, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. Oil field workers are susceptible to serious injuries that can lead to paralysis, internal organ damage, and even death if an accident happens. There are dozens of safety hazards associated…
Read MoreImportant Information About Driving During Storms
If you drive a car, it’s time to reevaluate whether it’s ready for certain winter conditions. Drivers who live in states that are hit hardest with snow are getting their cars and emergency kits ready for the following winter season. In Oklahoma, where we don’t get a lot of snow, drivers are preparing for different…
Read MoreWhat Can I Do if My Child Is Hurt on a School Bus?
There are certain milestones that many parents experience in their children’s lives. For many parents, one of the most important milestones is when their child begins going to school. Parents may have to adjust to packing their children’s lunches, picking their children up during a specific time frame, and even getting their children ready to…
Read MoreTulsa Sees Marked Rise in Fatal and Serious Car Crashes
With a big increase in the number of serious and fatal car accidents, Tulsa police are expanding traffic enforcement efforts. After a spike in deadly crashes over the past two years, authorities felt the best way to address the issue is by targeting problem areas across the city and ticketing violators. They are also reaching…
Read MoreFatal Traffic Accidents in Oklahoma
With the flow of traffic decreasing since the entire world was forced into a global shutdown, surely the number of fatal traffic accidents has decreased in Oklahoma, right? Sadly, that is not the case. This year will mark the second year where the number of fatal traffic accidents in the state has increased. According to…
Read MoreConstruction Work and the Risk of Electrical Injuries and Burns
It is not a stretch to state that electricity has transformed people’s lives for the better. However, because electricity is simple and easily accessible, we forget how dangerous it can be. Construction workers face significant risk of electrical injuries. A construction site accident involving electricity can cause significant injuries, from burns and scarring to long-term…
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