Car Accident
What to Do When a Car Accident Involves a Government Vehicle in Oklahoma
Police departments, fire departments, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Tulsa County, and other governmental agencies regularly use their vehicles to assist local communities. The drivers of police cars, fire engines, construction vehicles, road repair vehicles, and other vehicles are not immune from causing accidents when they respond to emergencies or when they perform their duties.…
Read MoreUnderstanding the “Eggshell Plaintiff” Doctrine in Oklahoma Car Accident Cases
Drivers in Oklahoma are responsible for all injuries and deaths they cause, no matter the victim’s financial, physical, or personal circumstances. There’s no formula that determines the damages a negligent driver will have to pay. Each car accident victim has the right to be placed in as close a position as possible as the victim…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Police Car Chases
Police car chases are incredibly dangerous. Regardless, drivers sometimes believe they can outrun law enforcement. Despite their efforts, they get caught. And their actions can cause you and other innocent drivers to get hurt. If a negligent motorist attempts to evade the police and slams their vehicle into yours during a police car chase, seek…
Read MoreTop 5 High-Risk Areas for Accidents in Tulsa
Driving a car in Tulsa should be a safe and comfortable experience. Unfortunately, auto accidents are reported every day. Certain areas of the city tend to be more high-risk areas for accidents than others. If you are involved in an auto collision caused by a negligent motorist, seek legal help. Work with Tulsa car accident…
Read MoreCan I Make Changes to a Police Report?
After a serious car accident in Tulsa, you should dial 9-1-1 and wait for the responding officers to arrive. Once they arrive, they will look around the accident scene, assess the damage, and ask questions about your injuries and the events that led to the crash. While asking these questions, the police officers will be…
Read MoreLiability in an Accident with a Self-Driving Car
“Self-driving” vehicles (or mostly self-driving vehicles) have become increasingly popular, leading to accidents involving this technology popping up in the news more and more often. In most car accidents, the driver makes a mistake, making them liable for the crash and your injuries. However, determining liability can become challenging when faulty self-driving technology causes a…
Read MoreThird-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 MoreThe Consequences of Rear-End Collisions
A rear-end collision occurs when a vehicle crashes into the back of the vehicle in front of it. Most people assume that rear-end collisions are not as serious as other types of accidents, such as head-on collisions or T-bone accidents, but the truth is that rear-end collisions can be dangerous, catastrophic, and even deadly. If…
Read MorePosting On Social Media After a Car Accident
After experiencing a car crash, you may want to share what happened with your family and friends on social media. However, posting on social media after a car accident can be a huge mistake. The other party’s legal team and insurance company may be looking at your social media accounts, waiting for you to post…
Read MoreHow Does Bad Weather Change Liability Analysis?
Weather conditions have the ability to increase accidents in Tulsa and other parts of Oklahoma. Therefore, instead of only focusing on whether motorists made mistakes or errors, an analysis of a collision may include how they were driving during inclement or bad weather. Driving behaviors that might be acceptable during good weather may be risky…
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