Should 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 MoreNot Every Deadly Motorcycle Accident Involves Another Vehicle
While it is true that most motorcycles are involved in accidents and suffer life-threatening injuries because of other vehicles, it is also not uncommon for riders to suffer harm in single-vehicle accidents. In June 2023, the Tulsa Police Department responded to a motorcycle passenger accident close to North Trenton Avenue and East Pine Street. When…
Read MoreVehicles Are Becoming Bigger and Deadlier
It is no secret that people love their large trucks and SUVs. Sales for larger vehicles have soared over the past decade or so, as Americans cram more and more of their lives into their cars. Between shopping at warehouse-style stores and toting around sports equipment for the kids, we need – and want –…
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 MoreWith a New Safety Rating System on the Way, Trucking Companies Need to Step Up
A fundamental expectation among drivers is that the commercial trucks sharing the highways have undergone rigorous safety assessments, ensuring that they meet the necessary standards to operate safely. Unfortunately, the current truck safety rating system falls significantly short of fulfilling this crucial requirement. With a majority of freight carriers lacking a safety rating, a glaring…
Read MoreWho Investigates Interstate Truck Accidents in Oklahoma?
Truck accidents often result from human errors like DUI, distracted driving, fatigue, speeding, and blind spot negligence. However, factors beyond the driver’s control, like defective parts, improper loading, tire blowouts, weather, and insecure trailers, can also contribute to these accidents. To properly identify the liable party, your trusted Tulsa truck accident attorney will conduct a…
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