Oklahoma Law Firm Blog

Car accidents can result in devastating injuries and costly property damage. The occupants are at even more risk of severe injury or death if the vehicle catches fire. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) U.S. Fire Administration, there are approximately 171,500 vehicle fires that kill more than 300…

A surprising decision by a federal appeals court could open up the possibility for other families to sue Snapchat and other negligent businesses for their role in motor vehicle accidents. The case involved three young men in Wisconsin who died after using the controversial Snapchat speed filter.  Fatal Car Accident…

Oklahoma experiences an average of 62 tornadoes each year, according to the Weather Channel. In fact, central Oklahoma has more tornadoes per square mile than any other location on Earth. Oklahoma tornadoes are so commonplace because of the proximity between the warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and…

Recently, H.R. 3781, the INSURANCE Act, was introduced to Congress. The bill would have raised the minimum insurance requirement for commercial motor vehicles. However, the act failed to pass. Read on to learn more about this proposed law and how it may still impact future claims.  What Is H.R. 3781…

Research shows that women are significantly more likely to suffer injuries in car crashes than men, though it was not always clear why. A recent study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) may offer some clues. According to the IIHS, women have always been more likely than…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has pulled the popular heartburn medication Zantac and other ranitidine drugs off the market due to contamination from a probable cancer-causing chemical called N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). Consumers have been warned to stop taking any leftover medication they have, as the FDA has found that the…

Usually, a bad faith claim happens when your insurance claim is denied or the insurance company provides you an amount that is lower than what is fair. When this happens, you can sue to demand the insurance payout you deserve. Essentially, you and your attorney argue that your insurance company’s…

Did you know that many causes of truck accidents can be traced to the negligent upkeep and maintenance of the commercial motor vehicle? For this reason, safety experts urge truck drivers and trucking companies to always inspect their vehicles before and after trips, make repairs when necessary, and ensure their…