Hit-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 MoreHave You Lost Property Due to a Storm and Feel Like State Farm Isn’t Being Fair to You?
Xactimate is a software program widely used in the insurance industry for estimating property damage and repair costs. It is designed to help adjusters, contractors, and other professionals create detailed, accurate estimates for repairs and replacements following damage from incidents like natural disasters, accidents, or other events covered by insurance policies. What is Xactimate? Xactimate…
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 MoreWhen Tulsa Truck Accidents Cause PTSD
Truck accidents are frightening. Cars are simply no match for tractor-trailers, semis, rigs, 18-wheelers, flatbeds, and other large trucks. When a large truck collides with a car, the occupants of the car are likely to suffer catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, severe burns, broken bones, organ damage, and nerve damage. Trucks…
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 MoreWhat If the Safety Upgrades We Need Are Outside the Car?
Safe driving involves staying sober, not driving while distracted, and not speeding. There are many other things, however, that Tulsa and other cities can do to make their roads safer. A few road safety suggestions According to the US Department of Transportation, some strategies that can help reduce roadway, pedestrian, and bicycle deaths and injuries…
Read MoreHow Can Video Footage Be Used in a Tulsa Car Accident Case?
Determining how your car accident happened often starts with your version of events versus the other driver’s version. Sometimes, physical evidence such as skid marks or the damage to your vehicle can help prove liability. The testimony of other witnesses will also factor into the equation as well. As more and more homes, businesses and…
Read MoreWhen It Comes to Car Insurance, More Is Always Better
Almost every state in the country requires car insurance; Oklahoma is no exception. And like those other states, Oklahoma requires that drivers purchase a minimum amount of coverage so that there is some recourse for help in the event of a crash. Of course, not everyone follows the law. Glen Mulready, the Commissioner of the…
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 Do I Do After a Tulsa Car Accident?
After being involved in a Tulsa car accident, you may feel overwhelmed with deadlines and paperwork. This is a normal reaction, and it may take some time to recover. There are certain steps that you must take after a car accident. We invite you to bookmark this guide (or even print it out and keep…
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