Posts by Patrick F. Collogan
Third-Party Insurance Claims After a Car Accident
When you are involved in a car accident, you may become stressed, confused, and overwhelmed about what to do and how to obtain the compensation needed to recover your losses. One of the first terms you may hear about is a third-party insurance claim. If you have never been in a car crash, it is…
Read MoreCan You Sue for Emotional Distress in Oklahoma?
When a person is involved in a personal injury accident, most people immediately think about the physical injuries, medical bills, lost income, and other tangible losses that the victim is dealing with. It is common for personal injury victims to also have to deal with emotional distress, mental anguish, and other intangible losses after an…
Read MoreWhat Is an Attractive Nuisance?
When your new neighbor starts setting up a playground, swimming pool, or even inflatable holiday decorations, you may begin to worry that your child may notice these items and decide to wander into their yard. Children are naturally curious, meaning anything new, big, shiny, or exciting can cause them to run into someone else’s yard…
Read MoreLong-Term Consequences of Brain Injuries
Individuals who strike their heads in motor vehicle collisions, slip and falls, sports-related accidents, bicycle crashes, or even pedestrian accidents may develop a traumatic brain injury. They can also occur when there is no impact to the head itself. Brain injuries are very complex injuries that often require immediate and ongoing treatment. If you do…
Read MoreHit-and-Run Accidents in Oklahoma
Even though most people know that it is illegal to leave the scene of a motor vehicle crash, hit-and-run accidents still occur frequently. There are many reasons why drivers flee the scene of crashes, such as having no license or car insurance, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, being afraid to get in…
Read MoreSurveillance Video Captures Fatal I-44 Semi-Truck Collision
On Wednesday morning, a tragic crash on Interstate 44 near Catoosa resulted in two fatalities, as reported by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP). The accident occurred around 3 a.m. on eastbound I-44 near 177th East Avenue. Surveillance footage provided by Michael Cisco from Cisco Containers reveals the moment of impact. A UPS truck, stationary on…
Read MoreWhat Parents Should Know About E-Bikes
While electronic bikes (e-bikes) may be a lot of fun, there are also a lot of dangers involved. Parents should be aware of these dangers before allowing any teenager or younger children to use an e-bike. Oklahoma defines an electric bicycle as “a bicycle that has two or three fully functional pedals equipped with a…
Read MoreThe Biggest Risks for Injuries in Construction Zones
Every Tulsa resident is aware of the ongoing road work our city is constantly experiencing. While undoubtedly a hassle and inconvenience to your morning and evening commutes, these construction zones are also unsafe and put drivers at risk of accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. It is important that you drive carefully through construction zones. When…
Read MoreWhat Does “Negligence” Actually Mean in an Injury Case?
If you have been injured in an accident, you most likely have heard of the term “negligence.” However, you may be confused about exactly what it means even though you know it is very important for your case. According to Cornell Law School, the definition of negligence is “the failure to behave with the level…
Read MoreHow Do Car Accidents Cause Back and Spinal Cord Injuries?
After being involved in a car accident, you may immediately notice that your back is hurting. While it is very common to experience back pain instantly after an accident, some people also notice pain in their back a few hours or even days later. This is usually a sign that you might have a back,…
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