what to do after a car accident you’re not at fault

Car wrecks can be shocking and overwhelming no matter how they happen. But when someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing causes them, they can become confusing. How do you pay for your healthcare and car repairs? Should you talk to an insurance company? Do you have a valid personal injury claim? At Cain Law, we’re here…

Construction Zone Crashes: When Move-Over Law Violations Turn Deadly Beginning in March 2020, traffic fatality rates increased even as vehicle travel decreased dramatically during COVID-19 restrictions, creating a dangerous paradox on Oklahoma roads. If you’ve been injured in a construction zone accident where another driver failed to follow Oklahoma’s Move-Over Law, you’re facing medical bills,…

The Golden Hour: Why Quick Evidence Collection Matters After Your Oklahoma Auto Accident The moments immediately following a car accident can feel chaotic and overwhelming, but the evidence you gather within that first critical hour can make or break your insurance claim. Oklahoma law requires you to call your agent or insurance company immediately to…

The Critical First 48 Hours After Your Accident Every minute counts after a car accident, and waiting too long to seek legal help could cost you thousands in compensation or even your entire case. While there’s no law requiring you to hire an attorney within 48 hours of your accident, this critical window can determine…

When Your Auto Accident Settlement Vanishes: What Every Tulsa Driver Should Know You were in a car accident, suffered injuries, and expected compensation for your medical bills and lost wages. Then your attorney delivers devastating news: because you were found 51% at fault, you cannot recover a single dollar under Oklahoma law. This harsh reality…

When Faulty Parts Turn Accidents Into Product Liability Cases Car accidents are traumatic enough on their own, but discovering that a defective auto part caused or worsened your crash adds another layer of complexity to your situation. In Oklahoma, when vehicle components fail due to manufacturing defects or design flaws, your accident claim transforms from…

The Alarming Rise in Rear-End Collisions: What Every Driver Should Know If you’ve noticed more accidents at intersections across Tulsa lately, you’re not imagining things. Rear-end collisions at Tulsa intersections have surged in 2025, creating dangerous conditions for commuters and families alike. This dramatic increase isn’t just a statistic—it represents real people facing injuries, vehicle…

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Insurance Claim Pitfalls That Could Jeopardize Your Recovery After an Accident The moments following a car crash are overwhelming. While you’re dealing with injuries, vehicle damage, and emotional distress, crucial insurance decisions must be made that can significantly impact your financial recovery. In 2025, Oklahoma insurance claims have become increasingly complex, with many accident victims unknowingly…

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The Alarming Rise in Twilight Driving Fatalities: When to Contact an Auto Accident Lawyer in Tulsa The 32% surge in dawn and dusk auto accident fatalities across Tulsa in 2024 represents a disturbing trend that has left many families devastated. If you or someone you love has been affected by a crash during these dangerous transition…

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Navigating the Aftermath of Serious Intersection Collisions in Oklahoma Intersection accidents in downtown Tulsa can transform lives in seconds, leaving victims facing serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and significant uncertainty about their future. Each day, Oklahoma drivers encounter dangerous situations at busy crossroads where multiple lanes of traffic converge. Understanding the most common types of…