As the summer driving season heats up, Oklahoma roadways experience a massive shift in traffic patterns and hazards. Families are packing up for road trips along Interstate 40, teenagers are out of school driving to summer jobs, and orange barrels are appearing...
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Security cameras and evidence in bus accident cases
Security cameras can play a major role in bus accident cases, especially when there are conflicting stories about how a crash happened. Many buses today are equipped with cameras that capture activity both inside and outside the vehicle, and that footage may help...
What to do if the at-fault driver doesn’t carry enough insurance
Finding out the driver who caused your crash doesn't carry enough insurance is one of the most frustrating moments after an accident. You already suffered injuries, missed days of work and dealt with the stress of recovery. Now you face growing medical bills with no...
Independent contractors vs. employees: Why it matters in trucking accidents
When a truck accident leaves someone with serious injuries or causes a fatality, victims and their survivors want to know who is ultimately responsible for the damage. Unfortunately, the answer may not always be simple. A key issue that has to be established is...
Who is liable in a multi-vehicle pileup?
Multi-vehicle pileups can happen in an instant – and liability is seldom as straightforward as it is in a two-vehicle wreck. One driver may have made a mistake that set things in motion, but others may have worsened the situation with their own mistakes. Ultimately,...
Understanding the Oklahoma statute of limitations
If you have been injured in a car wreck or any other accident caused by someone else’s negligence in Oklahoma, you have a limited window to take legal action. This timeframe is known as the statute of limitations. In Oklahoma, the general rule is both simple and...
Can insurers cancel life insurance after death?
Losing someone you love is hard enough without worrying about life insurance. You might expect the payout to be straightforward, but sometimes insurers review a policy and consider denying a claim. In Oklahoma, laws try to balance the insurance company’s need for...
Can you recover damages for defects in your child’s car seat?
When your child’s car seat malfunctions, a routine drive can turn into a life-changing accident. In Oklahoma, you may be able to hold the manufacturer accountable if your car seat fails to protect your child. Understanding the legal options available can help you take...
Deadlines for school bus injury claims in Oklahoma
A school bus crash can disrupt a family’s life. Medical bills arrive rapidly, and parents may miss work to care for an injured child. One of the most urgent questions involves the timeline for legal action. Because school bus cases usually involve a public entity...
2 types of catastrophic injuries caused by car collisions
When someone gets hurt in a major car accident, their body will usually sustain severe damage that is often described as “catastrophic.” Because of this, the physical and mental trauma it inflicts on them can alter the way they live their life permanently. Below are...

