When you are involved in an accident, your vehicle can be damaged. It may be repaired, or the damage may be significant that you may need to replace it. When claiming damages, you may also be covered for this. But how will you go to work before you are covered? Here...
Personal Injury
Causation and fault for rear-end accidents
There is a common misperception that the following driver is always at fault for a rear-end crash. In reality, a number of factors can contribute to the cause – or multiple causes – of a rear-end accident. It is, therefore, important not to make assumptions about the...
Why don’t you remember a traumatic injury?
In some cases, people who suffer traumatic injuries will have no memory of the event itself. For instance, maybe you were injured in a car accident. The last thing you remember is driving safely and then waking up in the hospital. This can certainly be disconcerting,...
How the proliferation of cameras helps those hurt in crashes
Cameras have become more cost-effective to carry and use in recent decades. They have also become infinitely smaller. Long gone are the days when would-be photographers would have to invest in film and expensive professional development. Instead, even amateur...
The problem of traffic congestion, and why it matters
Driving through Stigler, you don’t usually expect to be involved in near misses or auto collisions. For the most part, people drive safely, and you know your way around enough to avoid heavy traffic or congested roadways. You can’t predict everything, though. A...
Gathering evidence after a road traffic collision
You’re a conscientious driver, who obeys the speed limits and never has a drink while driving. Unfortunately, this model behavior cannot guarantee you won’t get caught up in an accident. If you’re injured during a vehicular collision, what are your options? Obviously,...
Pedestrian safety on Halloween: How can I keep my kid safe?
Federal highway safety data shows series pedestrian accidents involving children are three times more likely on Halloween than any other day of the year. Parents who want their kids to share the joy of running through the neighborhood to trick and treat with friends...
Finding evidence of whiplash
Whiplash is a common injury stemming from Oklahoma motor vehicle accidents. It is generally understood as an injury to the neck area, but the truth is it can also extend to the shoulders, the head, or even the upper torso when muscles are pulled violently. The...
The dangers truck driver fatigue poses
There's no doubt about it. Truck drivers are among the most essential workers in the country. They supply local grocery stores and haul important building equipment to all parts of the country. In fact, in states such as Texas and Oklahoma, trucking is a huge part of...
Do you have to sue after getting in a car accident?
You've probably heard stories about people filing lawsuits after suffering from car accidents in the state of Oklahoma. If you've been in a car accident yourself, you might be thinking about pursuing a settlement. But do you really need to file a lawsuit? In some...