On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | Jun 6, 2020 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
It goes without saying that drowsy driving contributes to crashes of almost every kind in Oklahoma. In spite of this, thousands of people get behind the wheel every day and drive without getting adequate sleep. In fact, sleep deprivation has become a norm in modern...
On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | May 1, 2020 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
As you drive on Oklahoma highways amid giant 18-wheelers, it can be terrifying to think that one or more of those truckers could be fighting off sleep. We believe that laws put in place to help prevent accidents due to truck driver fatigue might save your life...
On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | Mar 9, 2020 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
There are plenty of truckers that travel through Oklahoma. This means the average driver will likely share the road with a trucker. It is important for all drivers to understand the risks that trucks may pose. Today we will look at the risks specific to drowsy...
On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | Sep 19, 2019 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
Semitruck accidents can happen anywhere, from rural areas to on the highway. Most people understand that these collisions can be devastating, because the impact of such a heavy vehicle can severely damage a smaller vehicle. One of the complications that people...
On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | Mar 21, 2019 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
Semitruck accidents can be severe when they involve smaller vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists. The weight discrepancy between the colliding objects is enough to show why these crashes are so dangerous. The maximum weight for a semitruck and trailer in the United...
On behalf of Dawkins & Gowens Law Firm | Dec 28, 2018 | Semitruck Accident Injuries
Sometimes, near-misses are the almost-crashes people need to witness to become better drivers. It’s a wake-up call to pay attention and to follow the rules of the road. For example, a case out of Oklahoma could have ended badly, but fortunately, no one got hurt....
