What does recent data say about truck accidents?
Truck accidents happen for many reasons, but they often result in serious or fatal injuries for individuals in smaller vehicles. Due to the larger size and heavier weight of commercial trucks, they can inflict serious damage on smaller vehicles, even when going at a slow rate of speed. Collisions involving semitrailers and large commercial vehicles are a […]
The 2 ways speeding increases road dangers
Speeding is something that many drivers do every time they get behind the wheel. If we’re all honest, it’s something we’ve done before. Maybe it was the joy of cruising at high speeds when you were young, maybe it was to counter running late for work, or maybe you just “lightly” break the speed limit […]
Red light accidents are on the rise, and smartphones are to blame
Your smartphone is an important part of your life, and it is easy to see why. Smartphones are actually much more than just phones. They act as a communication device, entertainment provider, GPS guide and much, much more. Unfortunately, smartphones can also be very addictive. Drivers are increasingly using smartphones while behind the wheel, and it is causing an increase in red light accidents and […]
What can you expect from the claims process after an accident?
Are you the victim of an accident caused by another person? Are you suffering because of the negligent or reckless actions of someone else? If so, you may have grounds to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. You may know that you have the right to seek legal recourse, but where should you start […]
What will your return to work be like after a job-related injury?
Returning to work after an on-the-job accident is not always easy. After your work injury and your recovery, you may hope that you can get back to work and that your life will return to normal. In order to accomplish this, you may need extra support and help. Some work-related injuries are relatively simple, requiring […]
Do not turn your wheels before turning left
When you are driving and need to turn left, how do you do it? If you’re like most drivers, you probably pull up to the intersection and stop, with your wheels already turned to the left. You watch the oncoming cars. When you find a break in the traffic, you accelerate through the gap and […]
Common areas for slips and falls at school
Now that the school year is here, many Oklahoma parents won’t be able to supervise their children as they head back to class. They entrust the safety of their kids to the teachers and any other staff member that looks after the students on a daily basis. Unfortunately, there are still plenty of hazards at […]
Check the safety rating of a tour bus before interstate travel
In recent years, we’ve read about a number of devastating crashes involving tour buses that have left multiple people killed or injured. Your Oklahoma church group wants to charter a bus to go to a college football game this fall. How can you determine if the bus you intend to board will be safe? The […]
Wind is a common factor in many summer construction accidents
Construction workers spending hours under the hot sun often welcome a cool breeze occasionally, but there are plenty of times where that gentle breeze can turn into a deadly gust. Oklahoma has one of the highest rates of tornado activity throughout the nation, and unfortunately our tornado seasons tend to last for half of the […]
Look for these signs of abuse or neglect in a nursing home
We like to think that our loved ones are safe, happy and being well cared for when they go to live in a nursing home. Before helping them decide on their next residence, we accompany them to tour homes, ask questions and check references. But after the move is made into an Oklahoma nursing home, […]
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