After being involved in a car accident that was not your fault, you will probably receive calls from insurance companies soon after. The person on the line may ask you to make a recorded statement. They may imply that the statement is necessary in order to move the claim forward. What should you do? It …
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There were more than 60,000 motor vehicle accidents in Oklahoma in 2020. Those crashes caused 654 fatalities, an increase of 2.2 percent compared to the previous year. While accidents happen in all sorts of contexts, intersections and areas surrounding intersections can be especially hazardous because of the meeting of multiple lanes of traffic. Based on …
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When you suffer a severe physical injury because of a car accident, an accident at work, medical malpractice, or some other event caused by someone else’s negligence, the financial strains can be life-altering. Even though you were injured through no fault of your own, you’re left with expensive medical bills, lost income from being unable to work, as …
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What Exactly Qualifies as a Hit and Run? A hit and run occurs when a motorist hits another vehicle, a pedestrian, a bicyclist, or property, and then flees the scene. It is illegal to flee the scene of a crash in Oklahoma when damage to the vehicle occurs. The motorist has a duty to stop …
Truck accidents are often catastrophic in nature, resulting in serious injuries to the individuals involved. If you’re facing the financial burdens associated with costly medical bills and lost wages while you recover, it’s crucial that you work with an experienced truck accident lawyer who can help you recover compensation from all negligent parties. Oklahoma uses …
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When it comes to what to do in the moment after car accidents, there are common misconceptions. Take a moment to review the steps you should take to protect yourself. Myth: You don’t need to call the police Truth: If you’re in a car accident, call the police to the scene to assess injuries and …
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be considering filing a lawsuit to recover compensation for your damages. While you should certainly pursue compensation from all negligent parties, it’s important for you to understand that car accident lawsuits are a long, complicated process. We’ve created the following slide presentation to explain the legal process …
An automobile crash is stressful and frightening. Many things run through a driver’s mind: Am I OK? Is anyone else hurt? Can I drive my car? Where is my insurance card? Should I call the police? Whether it’s a major wreck or it seems like just a fender bender, the answer to the last question …
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Our team recently handled a case for a young woman who was injured in a hit-and-run crash in north Oklahoma City. Another driver struck our client at a high speed then backed up and sped off. The driver got away and was never caught. You might think having auto insurance would get you covered if …
Oklahoma has the highest rate of uninsured drivers in the country, according to an Insurance Research Council (IRC) study. In Oklahoma, every driver is required by law to purchase and maintain liability insurance, but buying insurance is complex and can be very confusing. Oklahoma requires that a driver’s liability insurance include these minimum coverages per …
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