Posts by Ryan Y. Cunningham
Motorcycle Accident Statistics: Key Facts and Figures You Need to Know
The history of the motorcycle is more stop-and-start than full-throttle. The first internal combustion motorbike was introduced by Daimler Reitwagen in Germany in 1885. Inventors in a few countries were making progress on types of self-propelled cycles all around the same time, but the Reitwagen was the first that resembled the motorcycles we know today.…
Read MoreWhiplash Is a Serious – and Incurable – Condition
You’re nearing the end of your ride on your favorite roller coaster. Your hair is blowing in the breeze as your car pulls back into the station. Everyone is grinning ear-to-ear, hearts pounding, and then – WHAM! The brakes engage and your upper body is hurled forward. The seatbelt catches you and slams you back…
Read MoreThe Importance of Proper Loading and Securing of Cargo
A person driving behind a truck loaded with materials has no idea that the back of the truck could pop open and that equipment will come flying out toward them. In a split second, not only is a person now facing significant injury, but they may be fighting for their lives. In many cases, these…
Read MoreScaffolding Accidents: Causes and Prevention
Scaffolding is necessary for many job sites, especially in construction trades. It is very safe and secure when done properly, especially when all standards and regulations are maintained. Yet, over time, mistakes can occur, and a person may fall, which can lead to injury. Scaffolding accidents can cause injury to the worker as well as…
Read MoreThe Deadliest Types of Oil Field Accidents
Oil field accidents are devastating at any level, but many carry a high risk of fatalities. When that occurs, families are left without their loved ones, often for senseless reasons. Nearly any accident in an oil field or on an oil rig carries a high risk with it. There are some, however, that are at…
Read MoreCommon Myths and Misconceptions About Car Accident Claims
Car accidents happen every day. However, no two accidents are ever the same. Whether the crash was caused by road damage, distracted driving, impaired driving, or faulty vehicle parts, you deserve to be compensated for your injuries. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about car accident claims here in the Sooner State. Today,…
Read MoreInjuries Caused by High Pressure Steam to Industrial Workers
While many might not realize it, steam can be a dangerous byproduct of a manufacturing process in many different industries. Whether you work in an automotive factory, as a maintenance professional in a boiler room, on a ship, or anywhere else steam is present; you can suffer injuries from steam in an accident. An experienced…
Read MoreOklahoma Drivers Ranked Fourth in the Country in Road Rage
A new study from Forbes Advisor reveals the most confrontational drivers across the nation – and perhaps in a surprise – Oklahoma cracks the top five in road rage. The publication surveyed 5,000 drivers across the country on some key metrics regarding road rage and confrontational driving to come up with their list. Forbes notes…
Read MoreWhy You Should Report Your Car Accident to the Insurance Company
For a lot of folks, being in a minor wreck is something they don’t want to report to their insurance companies. After all, why deal with the hassle of insurance (and the almost certain increase in your premiums) if you can just make a gentlemen’s agreement, right? Even though speaking with insurance companies can cause…
Read MoreHow Do You Investigate an OKC Truck Accident?
Most of the time, truck accidents happen because of various human errors, such as driving under the influence, distracted driving, driving while fatigued, speeding, and failure to check blind spots. However, truck accidents can also occur due to reasons that are out of the trucker’s control, including a defective truck part, improper loading, truck tire…
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