Being involved in a motor vehicle accident is among the last things people want. If you find yourself in this situation, you may be annoyed, startled, shocked and even injured. Or all the above. Now, you must protect yourself and take the right precautions in the...
‘Buzzed’ drivers in Oklahoma City put people in danger
The legal limit for blood-alcohol content (BAC) to drive in Oklahoma is .08 percent. Some people in Oklahoma City think that they can still drive safely as long as they stay below the legal limit. This is a problem for two reasons. First, it is very hard to tell if...
Who is liable in a ridesharing accident?
As the world regains some sense of normalcy in the time of COVID-19, you decide to rely on a convenient ridesharing service to get to a downtown destination and meet friends. You expect a good night of socializing, but what you did not expect was being a passenger in...
How does drowsy driving compare to drunk driving?
Most people take drunk driving seriously but don't realize that drowsy driving is just as bad. You should get plenty of sleep before driving and avoid driving when you feel drowsy in Oklahoma or any other state. Thousands of fatalities Experts estimate that drowsy...
OHP announces distracted driving crackdown
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has announced that it will be cracking down on distracted driving in late January. During the safety blitz, troopers will be on the lookout for signs of inattentive driving and issue tickets to motorists seen using cellphones or other...
Why it’s important to take photos after an accident
Photographs are powerful proof in case of an accident. Although you'll be disoriented or confused immediately after the accident, you'll need to act fast and take photos if possible. Here's why. The importance of accident photos Auto accidents typically happen in a...
Can technology prevent driver distractions?
Motor vehicle drivers are tempted by countless activities every time they are on the road. Whether it is a car, truck or motorcycle, drivers often feel the need to multitask. From talking on the phone and eating to personal grooming and manipulating a navigation unit,...
Watch out for these bad driving habits
Some bad drivers in Oklahoma make themselves obvious by driving way faster than the speed limit and making illegal U-turns. While wild and reckless drivers are easy to spot, they aren’t the only bad drivers on the road. Watch out for texters People who can’t put their...
PTSD after an auto accident in Oklahoma
Post-traumatic stress disorder commonly happens after a stressful or traumatic event. Vehicle accidents rank number one among the causes of PTSD. Stats reveal 6 million motor vehicle accidents occur annually and around 2.5 million involve injuries. The National...
What Causes The Most Car Accidents?
Drivers all over the country exhibit dangerous behavior every day. From texting while driving to running red lights, there are numerous hazardous behaviors you could encounter on the road. But which type of dangerous driving is the most likely to cause an accident?...
