When driving, few things are as simple as a traffic light. If it is green, traffic can proceed without issue. If the light turns yellow, drivers should be careful and begin slowing down. Once it turns red, they are supposed to stop and wait for cross traffic. However,...
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More fatal truck crashes occur on rural roads than on interstates
Oklahoma has multiple interstate highways that carry large commercial trucks across the state and on part of their journeys from one part of the country to another. It can be daunting and even frightening for drivers of cars and other smaller vehicles to have to share...
What compensation can you recover from a car accident?
Car accidents can have serious long-term effects on victims. Victims can suffer life-long injuries that affect their ability to live and work. These long-term consequences can have financial and emotional implications. Victims may be entitled to compensation for their...
Warning labels are not a get-out-of-jail-free card
A warning label can catch your eye, but that doesn’t always mean a product is safe. Sometimes, even with a label, the danger is far greater than you’d expect. Companies have a duty to do more than slap on fine print and hope for the best. When warnings fall short or...
Something you own has been recalled. What now?
When a product you own has been recalled, it’s natural to feel concerned—especially if you’ve been using it regularly or it’s something your family relies on. Whether it’s a car, an appliance, food item or children’s toy, a recall signals that the product poses some...
How can you prove a diminished earning capacity after a crash?
An accident can have lasting effects on your earning capacity, even after you’ve physically recovered from your injuries. You could be left dealing with long-term physical limitations, chronic pain or cognitive impairments that make it difficult to perform your job as...
What is a traumatic amputation?
A traumatic amputation is a devastating injury that can occur when a person is involved in a motor vehicle crash. Sometimes, the severed body part can be reattached, but that’s not always the case. Most people who have this type of injury will have a lengthy medical...
Who is responsible for a load-shift truck accident?
A load shift accident occurs when a truck’s cargo is not properly secured. While the truck is in motion, the load can shift and become unbalanced. This can throw off the truck’s center of gravity, pushing it toward one side. In some cases, the semi-truck may go out of...
Can software in medical devices be defective?
Medical devices play a critical role in modern healthcare, improving patient outcomes and even saving lives. Many of these devices, such as pacemakers, insulin pumps and surgical robots, rely on software to function properly. When software malfunctions or contains...
Was the truck driver liable for your injuries?
When you are involved in an accident with a truck, it's natural to believe the truck driver made a mistake that led to it. However, this is not always the case. Another party's negligence may have contributed to the accident. One of those parties is the truck driver's...