Could you be at risk of a Halloween crash?
Halloween night is rapidly approaching, and parents will soon be busy planning their children’s costumes and activities. However, Halloween can be a dangerous time for kids. Motorists who will be out and about during trick-or-treating hours must exercise added caution to avoid causing an accident that could maim or even kill a child. Below are […]
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 […]
Tips for parents of new teen drivers
If you’re the parent of a teen who is beginning the process of getting their driver’s license, you’re likely experiencing a range of emotions — and so is your child. It’s a time of excitement, but also some trepidation. Parents should spend plenty of time in the car with their teen behind the wheel once […]
Organization encouraging tougher seat belt laws in Oklahoma
AAA Oklahoma is among the groups that want state legislators to change state law regarding seat belt usage by children. Under current Oklahoma law, the state doesn’t require youngsters between ages 8 and 14 to wear seat belts in the backseat of a car. The Oklahoma Highway Safety Office reports that Oklahoma is the only […]
Teen drivers: Avoidable and unavoidable risks
Though they probably tire of hearing about it, teen drivers do create more risks on the highway than older drivers. They are one of the highest-risk age groups, crashing more frequently than drivers of any other age. If this is surprising, it may not be when you start to consider the risk factors. Some of […]
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 […]
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 […]
How is a traumatic brain injury diagnosed after a crash?
When you’re in a serious collision, you may hit your head on a window, the steering wheel or debris. You might not hit anything directly but still suffer a jarring impact from whipping your head from side to side or forward and back. In any case, these impacts can hurt your brain. You may have […]
Vehicle accidents: Fractures are more complex than you may think
Breaking one or more bones is one of the most common injuries suffered in Oklahoma motor vehicle accidents. Despite the pain and the downtime victims experience after fractures, most of them believe it is a simple matter to recover from such injuries. However, some bone fractures are much more complicated and require a long time […]