Semi-Trucks Should Have Side Underride Guards
Underride accidents are a type of road collision that pose serious risks to everyone on the road. These accidents occur when a smaller vehicle crashes into the space beneath a larger truck, like an 18-wheeler. This space is often referred to as the “underride zone.” The dangers associated with underride accidents are significant and can…
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Many people have never heard of cubital tunnel syndrome until someone they love is diagnosed with this condition. It is less talked about than the more common condition called carpal tunnel syndrome, but it can still cause chronic pain and long-term disabilities for the rest of your life. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic…
Read MoreThe Risks of Driving a Truck on Leased Roads
Navigation and GPS systems lead truck drivers all over the United States, guiding them through bustling cities as well as the (often) unpaved country roads. While they may think that these less traveled or deserted roads are just ordinary roads that the city or government has forgotten about, they are sometimes leased or private roads…
Read MoreCan a Vehicle Recall Affect Your Accident Claim?
It is not uncommon to hear about various vehicle recalls in the news, on the internet, and in daily conversations. This is because many vehicles are now made up of complex systems and parts that are necessary to ensure safety and comfortability. However, if any of these systems or parts are defective, the manufacturer is…
Read MoreTilt-Up Construction Accidents Are Deadly Accidents
Tilt-up construction is a method that builders use to put up big walls for buildings. But this way of building can be really dangerous, and even deadly. If things go wrong, those walls can fall down and cause some devastating injuries to workers and site visitors alike. This is a big concern in places like…
Read MoreTailgating Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Tailgating, a risky driving behavior that involves following a vehicle too closely, has become an all-too-familiar sight on the busy streets of Oklahoma City. This hazardous practice occurs when a driver neglects to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, leaving minimal room for reaction in case of sudden stops or emergencies. The…
Read MoreWhat Are Oklahoma’s Laws Regarding Child Seat Belts?
Child safety in vehicles is so important—and the state of Oklahoma takes this responsibility seriously. As parents, it’s really important to make sure our children are safe when we’re driving. This is a huge responsibility that we can’t ignore or be lenient about. Oklahoma’s child seat belt laws have been established to safeguard children during…
Read MoreCan I Sue a Drunk Driver Who Hit Me?
On our roads, there are quite a few drivers who end up causing accidents because they choose to get behind the wheel after drinking—and it happens far too frequently. Unfortunately, the damage they can do is also pretty severe. According to The Journal Record, “Oklahoma reported 145 deaths in 2021 attributable to drunk driving; 21…
Read MorePreventing Electrical Shocks and Electrocutions in the Oil Field
Working in an oil field can be intimidating. Workdays are long. The weather is often unforgiving. Workers can expect to operate outdoors in rain, snow, and the blistering Oklahoma heat. The equipment and work environment can be precarious, and almost anything can happen at any time. To put it bluntly, working in an oil field…
Read MoreMotorcycle 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.…
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