In December 2023, a suspected road rage incident shocked Tulsa residents when a 20-year-old woman’s car was forced off the I-44 bridge, causing her vehicle to drop 60 feet, flip upside down and land in the Arkansas River. Fortunately, the driver survived the accident and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Road rage is a significant ...
Insurance is supposed to provide peace of mind in a medical emergency or accident, but sometimes insurance companies fail to uphold their part of the agreement with policyholders. For example, a 2021 study showed 17% of in-network health insurance claims were denied. Bad faith insurance practices can involve denying a legitimate claim, delaying payments, or ...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are serious injuries resulting from a blow or jolt to the head. These injuries can range from mild, commonly known as concussions, to severe, where extensive damage to the brain occurs. TBIs can affect a person’s cognitive functions, such as memory and concentration, as well as physical abilities and emotional well-being. ...
The family of a man who died at the age of 45 following an incident involving deputies using Taser-like devices has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Sheriff Kevin Clardy of McCurtain County. Three deputies, a game warden, and the county commissioners’ board were also named in the suit. In March of 2022, the victim, ...
In April of this year, a Tulsa mother and son were both attacked by a neighbor’s dogs. Melinda Daniel had two emergency surgeries on her nose the day of the attack, and needed additional reconstructive surgery. Her son Brandon was attacked in a separate incident. Although he was able to fend off the attacking dogs ...
Expert witnesses are vital in personal injury law, offering specialized knowledge to clarify complex case issues. These professionals, with their deep expertise in various fields, provide insights significantly influence the outcome of a case. Expert witnesses might include medical professionals, accident reconstruction analysts, or financial experts in personal injury lawsuits. Their function is to give ...
Consider a scenario where you’re cruising on the highway and encounter an electronic sign displaying, “79 traffic fatalities this year.” Would seeing this message decrease your likelihood of being involved in an accident? Contrary to what one might expect, recent scientific research suggests the opposite effect. A study published in the prestigious journal Science, based ...
In April 2024, at least eight tornadoes swept across Oklahoma, causing extensive damage. This included the toppling of power lines, destruction of buildings, and uprooting of trees. These tornadoes resulted in three fatalities and injuries to numerous individuals. President Biden issued a major disaster declaration for Oklahoma. Understanding rights in property damage claims is vital ...
According to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, helmet use plays a significant role in the outcome of motorcycle accidents. Statistics from 2019 accidents state that in 62 percent of fatal accidents and 52 percent of accidents resulting in injury, the victim was not wearing a helmet. Oklahoma’s helmet laws present a unique framework for motorcyclists. ...
Earlier this month, a punishing heat wave and lack of accessibility to water led to tragedy at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro. Many fans fainted, and one young woman died after collapsing in conditions that felt like almost 140 degrees. Stadium rules prohibited the ticket holders from bringing water bottles, and in ...
