Every day, thousands of commercial trucks travel along Interstate 244, one of Tulsa’s busiest and most congested highways. When a fully loaded semi-truck or 18-wheeler is involved in a crash, the results can be devastating, leaving families dealing with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and an uncertain future. Oklahoma law gives injury victims the right ...
If you have been hurt in a multi-car pileup on I-44, Oklahoma’s modified comparative negligence rule will play a major role in whether you can recover compensation and how much you may receive. Under this rule, an injured person can still recover damages as long as their share of the fault does not exceed 50%. ...
You swerve to avoid a collision. Your car hits the barrier or ends up in a ditch. The other driver keeps going. In the insurance world, these are called miss-and-run or phantom vehicle accidents. They are among the most frustrating claims to handle because the burden of proof rests entirely on you. Most people assume ...
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have changed how Tulsans get around, whether it’s a Friday night ride home from the Blue Dome District or a trip to Tulsa International Airport. But when a Tulsa rideshare accident happens, figuring out which insurance policy covers your injuries is far more complicated than in a typical car ...
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s carelessness is one of life’s most painful experiences. If you are a Tulsa family dealing with this kind of loss, you may have heard two legal terms that sound similar but mean very different things: wrongful death claims vs. survival actions. Can your family pursue both? In ...
What are the Oklahoma car seat laws, and how do they affect your child? In short, Oklahoma requires all children under age 8 to ride in an approved child passenger restraint system or booster seat, unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches. The specific type of seat your child needs depends on their ...
If you look strictly at the raw data, the answer is clear: drivers aged 16 to 24 have the highest crash rates of any demographic. They are involved in more accidents per licensed driver than any other group. However, pointing a finger at young drivers misses the nuance of what actually happens on our roads. ...
When you send your child off to school, you trust they will be safe. A school bus accident can shatter that sense of security, leaving families with injuries, questions, and deep concerns about the future. Determining who is responsible for a school bus accident in Oklahoma can be complex because liability might extend beyond just ...
After an unexpected injury, you’re faced with physical pain, mounting medical bills, and a lot of uncertainty. One of the biggest questions that may come to mind is, “When should you hire a personal injury lawyer?” The simplest answer is that it is often wise to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after ...
If you or someone you care about has been hit by a vehicle while walking, knowing the crucial steps to take right away can significantly impact your health, safety, and potential legal rights. The immediate moments after such an incident are vital for documenting what happened, securing necessary medical attention, and protecting your future well-being. ...
