Can I Suffer a Herniated Disc in a Car Accident?
Discs are the cushions that separate the vertebrae in your neck and back. They are made of fluid and absorb shock to your body, specifically the spine. Having healthy discs is important to the overall health of your nervous system. When a disc is herniated, it is pushed outside of the spine and can cause…
Read MoreWho Is at Fault for a Chain Reaction Car Accident?
Sometimes rear-end collisions occur where multiple vehicles are involved, causing a chain reaction. A common example is when three vehicles (A, B, and C) are stopped at a traffic light. The driver of Car D (who normally is speeding or is distracted) then slams into Car C. Car C then strikes Car B. Car B…
Read MoreLiability for Car Fires in Oklahoma City
Watch a movie or a TV show involving a car crash and you’ll focus on how the cars crush each other. You’ll see pictures of the victims, expect the calls for ambulances, and wait for the police to arrive. All of these observations are heart-breaking but there’s one observation that raises the dramatic level to…
Read MoreWatercraft Accidents in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma is a beautiful state, known for its wonderful lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water, like Lake Hefner and Arcadia Lake or the Oklahoma River. These waterways are great for boating, canoeing, and having fun with jet skis, water skis, flyboards, and hoverboards. In summer, these waterways are a great way to have fun…
Read MoreTruck Accidents Involving Landscaping Vehicles
Landscaping beautifies the streets, roads, and sights across Oklahoma. Landscaping work includes trimming tree branches, making home residences look nice, filling in construction sites, creating parks, and many other activities. For every type of landscaping work, there are many distinct types of landscaping trucks that can help do the job. Some of the many types…
Read MoreHow Do Pain and Suffering Awards Work?
If you, or someone you love, experiences an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses through the judicial system. The person (or persons, party, or company) who caused your injuries and damages may be ordered to pay you financial restitution for compensable items like medical bills,…
Read MoreWhat if the At-Fault Party Counter-Sues Me After a Car Accident?
When you are involved in a car crash (or any type of accident) that was not your fault and you are planning on filing an injury claim, one thing you need to watch out for is a counter-claim. Oklahoma is a modified comparative negligence state, which means that victims are eligible for compensation only if…
Read MoreTractor-Trailers and Blind Spot Accidents
Commercial trucks and 18-wheelers are huge vehicles, weighing in at between 20,000 to 80,000 pounds, depending on its cargo. This massive size prevents truckers from being able to see every area around their cab and trailer, unlike drivers of passenger cars. The areas that truckers cannot see are called “blind spots,” and are dangerous for…
Read MoreWhat Is the Most Dangerous Vehicle in America?
You can be an incredibly safe motorist, take every precaution and still find yourself injured in a collision with a negligent driver. You might think, “There was nothing I could have done to prevent this,” and you are probably right – nobody can control the actions of reckless drivers. But did you know that the…
Read MoreWhat to Know About Hand Pain After a Car Accident
There are so many parts of your body to consider when you think of what injuries you can incur in a car wreck. Protection from the big injuries is what typically draws concern from drivers and passengers. After all, seatbelts, air bags and anti-lock brakes were created to help shield us all from the more…
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