September 2, 2024 | Personal Injury
Did you know that rear-end collisions are the most common type of multi-vehicle crash? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that half of multi-car collisions in the United States are rear-enders. You may be wondering: Is the other driver automatically at fault if the rear-end me in Tulsa? The answer is technically “no”—though the… read more
August 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
Hurt in an accident in Oklahoma? You have the right to bring a claim to seek financial compensation for your damages—such as property loss, medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Most personal injury cases are handled by insurance companies. Unfortunately, they can make the legal process hard on people and families. You may… read more
August 15, 2024 | Personal Injury
In Oklahoma, personal injury liability is based on the legal concept of fault. To hold another party legally responsible for your accident, you generally need to prove that their negligence—failure to take due care—contributed to causing your injuries. Notably, our state uses a comparative negligence standard. It is effectively a proportionate responsibility system—and it can… read more
August 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
Every driver in Oklahoma who is involved in a crash has a duty to stop their vehicle, exchange information, and remain at the scene. The failure to do so is a criminal violation—it could even be a felony if a person flees the scene of a crash causing a serious bodily injury. Sadly, it does… read more
July 7, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you involved in a truck accident in Oklahoma? Unfortunately, semi-truck crashes are disproportionately likely to cause serious injuries. The average tractor-trailer is 72 feet—and it can weigh up to 40 tons when carrying a full load. Given the potential severity of these crashes, a comprehensive investigation is a must. Injured victims need justice. In… read more
July 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you hurt in a bad accident in Lawton or elsewhere in Comanche County? You have the right to seek compensation for your injuries from the at-fault party. As the personal injury claims process is complex, it is crucial that you have an experienced attorney on your side. This raises an important question: Is it… read more
May 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
The loss of a loved one in a fatal accident is traumatic. While nothing can ever truly be sufficient to make things right, grieving families need accountability, financial support, and closure. A civil wrongful death claim is an avenue to justice. This raises an important question: Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Oklahoma?… read more
May 7, 2024 | Personal Injury
Hurt in an accident caused by another party’s negligence in Edmond or elsewhere in Oklahoma County? You have the right to pursue compensation for the full extent of your damages, including economic losses and non-economic losses. Personal injury claims are complicated. Hiring an attorney can make a difference. However, there are some situations in which… read more
April 22, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you hurt in an accident in Oklahoma? You have the right to seek financial compensation for your injuries, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. You may be wondering: Will I have to go to court for my personal injury claim? The answer is “it depends”—though the large majority of these cases… read more
March 14, 2024 | Personal Injury
Were you hurt in an accident in Lawton or elsewhere in Comanche County? You may be entitled to financial compensation through a personal injury claim. This raises an important question: How soon do you need to get a lawyer? The short answer is that the sooner you consult with an attorney, the better position you… read more