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If you’ve been in a car accident in Oklahoma City, you might face more than just repair bills. The concept of diminished value could impact your vehicle’s worth, even after it’s fixed. This guide will help you navigate the tricky waters of diminished value claims in the Sooner State. Need help navigating this complex process?…
Truck accidents are some of the most devastating and catastrophic motor vehicle collisions on Oklahoma roadways. Commercial motor vehicles weighing up to 80,000 pounds can cause extensive damage and life-threatening injuries. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there were 164,347 crashes involving large trucks and buses in 2023, with 74,001 people injured…
In 2023, 6,335 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes, marking the highest number of motorcyclist fatalities since federal recordkeeping began in 1975, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Additionally, an estimated 82,564 motorcyclists were injured in crashes that same year. Other drivers’ negligence is often to blame for these injuries — something…
Knowing exactly how a truck accident happened is crucial to identifying the liable parties and securing the compensation you deserve. The truck accident reconstruction process is not just a valuable resource — it’s an essential step that can make or break your injury claim. The evidence gathered during the process is often time-sensitive and can…
Truck accidents are different from other traffic collisions, from the extent of the damage they do to the complexity of pursuing compensation in their aftermath. Here’s why that is and what that could mean for your truck accident case in Oklahoma. Size Difference There’s a significant size difference between passenger cars and commercial trucks. According…
Oklahoma was the nation’s sixth-largest producer of both marketed natural gas and crude oil in 2024, with crude oil production reaching 393,000 barrels per day in October 2024. As production continues at these levels, the increased deployment of vehicles to service oil fields, refineries, and other facilities makes oil industry truck safety an ever-more-pressing concern….
Experiencing a truck accident can be overwhelming. Recent data shows truck accidents have declined to approximately 148,000 incidents in 2024, down from previous years, yet there were still an estimated 2,523 fatalities in crashes involving large trucks in the first half of 2024. Searching for a lawyer afterward might seem daunting, too. You can ease…
Car crashes in stormy weather in Oklahoma can have devastating consequences for motorists. That said, bad weather is no excuse for negligence behind the wheel. Most accidents that occur in bad weather conditions happen because of driver error. Links between rainy road conditions in Oklahoma and crashes may lead to liability. Weather Conditions and Accident…
According to recent data from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), distracted driving contributes to thousands of traffic injuries annually across the state. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that distracted driving claimed 3,308 lives nationwide, with young drivers under 20 having the highest proportion of distraction-related fatal crashes. In Oklahoma, distracted driving incidents…
Car accidents can happen anywhere, so it is essential to be alert and attentive at all times. However, some sections of Oklahoma’s road network are particularly dangerous. Being familiar with the most dangerous roads in Oklahoma can help you stay safe behind the wheel. Top 5 Car Accident Hot Spots in Oklahoma Here are the…