Distracted driving has long been a problem on Oklahoma highways dating back to the days of AM radio. The installation of radio in vehicles was seen as a major improvement at the time. Today it has morphed into cellphone use while driving, including "hands-free"...
Car crashes are a common types of accident in Oklahoma. Sadly, many people who are involved in a road collision suffer from back injuries, and these can range from fairly mild to severe and debilitating. Any back injury that’s not treated can significantly impact your...
Seeing a self-driving car cruising around Oklahoma is a rare sight. If you've witnessed this, you were probably surprised and perhaps a little apprehensive. Because fully autonomous vehicles are not yet available to the public, any driverless car you see is likely...
For certain people, there's nothing as freeing or exciting as the feeling they get from riding motorcycles throughout Oklahoma. With that in mind, it's important to stay safe while driving this type of vehicle. Unfortunately, many accidents involving motorcyclists...
After a motor vehicle accident, there are crucial actions you should take to protect your health and ensure you receive full compensation. These include seeking medical attention, contacting the authorities, documenting the scene and collecting witness statements. It...
Sitting in the front of a vehicle may be safer than sitting in the rear of a vehicle during a head-on collision in Oklahoma. This is according to research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). According to the IIHS report, those who sit in the rear...
Teenagers are not the safest drivers on Oklahoma roads. While many young drivers follow traffic laws and avoid collisions, statistics show that an unfortunate number of accidents involve teenagers. During the summer months, the potential for accidents involving young...
Though fatal car accidents sometimes happen in Oklahoma, not all of them are eligible for wrongful death lawsuits. There are several requirements for the law to acknowledge a car crash as causing a wrongful death. The other party must be at fault Although the death of...
The average car weighs about 3,000 pounds, and the average SUV is closer to 5,000. Someone who is aggressively driving two or three tons of steel isn't showing much regard for other drivers' safety. An aggressive driver is committing a traffic offense. However, when...
Not having insurance in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, can get drivers a citation, which means they have to go to court. Many states require a minimum of liability to cover the other driver, but drivers may opt for full coverage. This coverage encompasses several types of...
