Imagine you’ve been in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence. And it results in serious injuries, medical bills, and lost wages, which over 2000 Oklahoma residents experience yearly. It seems like justice should be served – but how? Concept of punitive and compensatory damages comes into play. In Oklahoma, when a person has ...
In 2020 alone, over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in road accidents involving motorists. These numbers have increased over time and vary across each state. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, all road users have a duty to respect traffic laws. Given how vulnerable pedestrians can be, motorists must be aware of their surroundings to avoid pedestrian accidents. Responsibilities ...
Anyone who suffers a personal injury due to someone else’s negligence or fault has the right to file a claim. However, the claim is only valid if they file it on time. The law of Tulsa, Oklahoma, limits the time period for filing a personal injury lawsuit. The statute of limitation in this state is ...
Pedestrian deaths rose 2% in 2022’s first 9 months. Accidents involving pedestrians lead to serious injury or death. Most pedestrians are uncertain whether to file a claim after an accident. It depends on injuries, damage, and liability. Insurance Covering Pedestrian Accidents Auto Insurance Non-Auto Insurance Carried by driver Carried by pedestrian Covers pedestrian’s damages if ...
Any time an individual drives, it exposes them to risks of accidents- one may either be responsible for causing an accident or being hit by another driver. Accidents are, in most cases, rarely avoided, which is why UM coverage exists. Uninsured motorist coverage is essential in any state. However, there is not much emphasis on ...
Car accidents can happen even on perfectly maintained roads. However, wear and tear and other damage affecting the road can increase the chance of a crash. Poor road conditions can make it more difficult to control a vehicle and make drivers more likely to panic, both of which increase the risk of an accident. Being ...
One car spins out of control and then a truck strikes that car and crashes onto its side. In the aftermath of this accident, another 13 vehicles were involved in the accident. This is precisely what occurred recently in Thackerville, Oklahoma according to KOCO News. One question that many victims of this accident may ask ...
In 2020 alone, over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in road accidents involving motorists. These numbers have increased over time and vary across each state. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, all road users have a duty to respect traffic laws. Given how vulnerable pedestrians can be, motorists must be aware of their surroundings to avoid pedestrian accidents. Responsibilities ...
Getting involved in a car accident can be traumatizing, worrying, and stressful. When the accident happens due to negligence from another party, the parties involved can settle the personal injury case through mediation or litigation. Whatever option they settle for, it is important to learn how each works because the circumstances vary. Each option has ...
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a type of injury to the brain caused by a violent blow or jolt to the head. Often TBIs are categorized as ranging from mild to severe, depending on the amount of damage done to the brain. Also, the effects of a TBI can range from mild and temporary to ...
