Large tractor-trailers present a significant danger to everyone on the road. This is especially true if the driver in charge of maneuvering the massive vehicle is intoxicated or otherwise unable to drive. While you may feel comfortable driving alongside big rigs on a...
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Truck Accidents
3 common defects that can cause a truck collision
Whether it is busy city streets or crowded highways, Oklahoma City is a fast-moving thoroughfare for thousands upon thousands of vehicles. Numerous factors such as distracted driving, impaired driving and lack of experience can lead to serious collisions with...
Intoxicated truckers cause serious accidents
People in Oklahoma and across the United States rely on tractor-trailers to deliver essential goods throughout the country. What many people do not realize, however, is that these massive vehicles present a significant danger to everyone on the road. Big rigs can...
Recent surge in traffic deaths linked to higher-risk drivers
Traffic deaths continue to rise across Oklahoma and the rest of the United States even though research shows that fewer motorists have been taking to the nation’s roads. Research also shows that all types of fatal crashes are increasing. However, the number of wrecks...
What causes truck accidents?
Oklahoma is on the way to any region of the country. Being centrally located means that highways are often full of large semi-trucks making their way to their next location. Truck drivers go through hours of training to build their skills behind the wheel, but many...
Big trucks, big crash consequences on Oklahoma roadways
Just a quick glance at a map of the United States and Oklahoma’s near dead-center placement on it renders it crystal clear why a comparatively high number of truck accidents occur within the state As one legal source discussing truck traffic and linked risk factors...
How trucker fatigue contributes to crashes
Few forms of negligent behavior among drivers are as underrated as drowsy driving. Oklahoma residents should understand that lack of sleep can impair one's attention and ability to make judgments as well as slow down reflexes. None of this makes for a good combination...
What causes semitruck crashes?
Victims of semitruck crashes often face serious injuries. This isn’t shocking when you think about the size of those big rigs compared to the average passenger vehicle. Some victims choose to pursue a claim for compensation when they suffer injuries during a crash....
After a semi-truck crash, who is liable?
Trucking accidents are some of the deadliest crashes on Oklahoma’s roadways. Not only can big rigs do catastrophic damage to other vehicles, they can carry hazardous materials that result in fires or dangerous chemical spills. After these devastating accidents, you...
Truck accidents are no surprise here in Oklahoma
If you live here in Oklahoma, you know that trucks dominate the interstates as they move goods across the country. The large number of trucks means a higher potential for accidents involving these mammoth vehicles. An accident caused by a truck often results in...