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Many drivers need a rental car after an Oklahoma car accident. In most cases, the at-fault driver’s insurance covers this cost for the injured driver. However, if there is a dispute over who caused the crash, the injury victim may … Continue reading →

If you’ve lost your spouse because of someone else’s legal fault, a wrongful death claim can provide you with compensation for the various financial and emotional losses you’ve suffered as a result. These losses include your loss of consortium: the … Continue reading →

Under Oklahoma law, golf carts are generally not street legal, but certain exceptions may apply. For example, Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department employees may use Department-owned vehicles within state park boundaries during daylight hours. Local authorities may also adopt ordinances … Continue reading →

Oklahoma’s Move Over Law requires drivers to move over and slow down for any vehicles with flashing lights, such as first responders, law enforcement, maintenance workers, tow trucks, or other vehicles with flashing hazard lights. This provides critical protection to … Continue reading →

Calculating a car accident settlement in Oklahoma entails two basic steps. First, you add together compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain, suffering, and other losses. Then, you subtract any expenses, such as attorney fees, filing costs, medical liens, and … Continue reading →

In most cases, pedestrians only have the right of way when crossing the street at a marked crosswalk or intersection. However, pedestrians must obey any traffic control devices applicable to pedestrians when doing so. When walking down the street, pedestrians … Continue reading →

Ridesharing has become a popular mode of transportation in Oklahoma and cities across the U.S., but it does come with risks, including the possibility of being injured in a collision. The gray area between a privately owned automobile and a … Continue reading →

The money from a wrongful death settlement in Oklahoma goes to the deceased’s estate. Compensation will then be divided amongst the victim’s heirs and beneficiaries according to the settlement terms, the deceased’s will, and state inheritance laws.  Seeking a wrongful … Continue reading →

Oklahoma law requires drivers to carry auto insurance that protects them and others in the event of an accident. Minimum auto insurance coverage in Oklahoma includes $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident of bodily injury liability coverage and $25,000 … Continue reading →

If you’ve been hurt in a car crash in Oklahoma, you may have the right to compensation in the form of economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover financial expenses, like medical bills and lost wages. Non-economic damages, on the … Continue reading →

If you own a car in Oklahoma, you might be wondering about the state’s window tinting laws. Window tinting involves applying a thin film to a vehicle’s windows to reduce the amount of light, heat, and UV radiation that passes … Continue reading →

After being involved in a car wreck in Oklahoma, many people ask: “How is fault determined in an Oklahoma car accident?” Fault can be determined in a variety of ways, including by reviewing the police report (particularly if one driver … Continue reading →

Lost wages are among the most significant sources of financial turmoil after suffering injuries in a car crash. If you can prove that your accident-related injuries cause you to miss work and lose income, Oklahoma law allows you to file … Continue reading →

According to recent data from the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO), most Oklahoma car accidents happen on Fridays. In just one year, over 10,000 auto accidents occurred on Fridays, representing nearly 20 percent of all crashes that year. April was … Continue reading →

When we see someone in need, it’s natural to want to offer help. However, someone providing medical aid in an emergency may accidentally cause greater harm to an injured person. Have you sustained injuries in Oklahoma because of someone else … Continue reading →

Drivers may behave recklessly when approaching yellow lights. Some speed to get through the intersection before the light changes. Others try to make left turns without keeping a lookout for oncoming traffic. Determining fault in a yellow light crash in … Continue reading →

Oklahoma law generally gives you two years from the date of a car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case – leaving you unable to pursue compensation for … Continue reading →

Dram shop laws set limits and impose guidelines on alcohol sales in Oklahoma. Under the state’s dram shop laws, it’s illegal for businesses to serve or sell alcohol to people who are visibly intoxicated. It’s also illegal to sell or … Continue reading →

Emotions often run high in the immediate aftermath of a car wreck. It’s common to feel scared, shocked, and confused by the trauma of the collision. The good news is that you can protect your rights and improve your chances … Continue reading →

You never know when you might find yourself involved in a collision. An Oklahoma car accident is serious, but the fallout doesn’t have to be unmanageable. It’s helpful to understand some dos and don’ts for car insurance claims in Oklahoma … Continue reading →

In most cases, Oklahoma law limits punitive damages to the greater of $100,000 or the value of actual damages awarded in a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are exceptions to this rule, and in some cases, the award of punitive damages can … Continue reading →

When parents or guardians buy a car seat for their child, they should expect that the car seat will work right and protect the child from injury in the event of a collision. Unfortunately, child car seats can have serious … Continue reading →

Every state in the country makes its own laws regarding the apportionment of liability and how it can affect recovery in a lawsuit. No, Oklahoma is not a contributory negligence state. Instead, Oklahoma operates on a modified comparative negligence basis. The … Continue reading →

Personal injury settlements stemming from physical injuries or diseases, including any emotional distress they cause, are typically not subject to tax in Oklahoma. But as with most legal matters, there are exceptions to this rule. If you have suffered injuries … Continue reading →

You must identify any medical liens against you and include them while calculating the value of your case to seek adequate compensation. If you don’t, you might not recover enough money to pay your liens, medical bills, and other case-related … Continue reading →

Were you hit by a motorist while you were walking? You can file a claim after a pedestrian accident to seek compensation for your injury. The negligent driver who caused the crash is financially responsible for your medical care and other expenses … Continue reading →

You can get money through a personal injury case by proving that someone else’s negligence caused an accident that hurt you. To prove negligence, you must show that the responsible party meets four legal criteria — they owed a duty … Continue reading →

Everyone knows that drunk driving is illegal. Sadly, many drivers continue to engage in this extremely dangerous behavior. The accidents they cause costs thousands of lives each year. If you are injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, … Continue reading →

Rear-end accidents are a serious problem in the United States. Often, they are deadly. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), 2,428 were killed people in rear-end collisions nationwide in 2020. Many people mistakenly assume that the following driver is … Continue reading →

No, Oklahoma is not a no-fault state. It is an at-fault state. What this means is that the at-fault party is responsible, financially, for any property damages and/or injuries suffered as a result of the accident. Please note, though, that … Continue reading →

No, lane splitting is not legal in Oklahoma.  Lane splitting is not legal in most states in the US, nor is it legal in Canada. You are required to operate your motorcycle in traffic lanes, just like other vehicles. California … Continue reading →

Auto accidents involving pedestrians are among the most dangerous. This is because pedestrians have almost nothing to protect them when struck by a vehicle weighing a few tons or more. Even low-speed pedestrian accidents can lead to devastating consequences. While … Continue reading →

Under certain circumstances, motorists in Oklahoma must file a report with state authorities within six months of an accident. If they have reached a settlement of accident claims, they must report that. However, drivers must immediately alert authorities after an … Continue reading →

Losing a loved one caused by someone else’s negligence can be devastating. The situation can be even more disorienting if you were also financially dependent on your loved ones. In addition to losing the love, affection, and companionship of a … Continue reading →

Have you been involved in a car accident in Oklahoma? If so, your vehicle may be too damaged to drive safely. A wrecked car can complicate your busy life, leaving you without reliable transportation to get to work or take the … Continue reading →

Losing a loved one under any circumstance can be devastating. Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence can make coping and grieving even more difficult. If your relative died due to someone else’s carelessness, recklessness, misconduct, or wrongful … Continue reading →

Car accidents can be nerve-wracking, but things get especially stressful if the other driver accuses you of being partially or entirely at fault for the crash. You may find yourself worrying about how you can defend yourself, who will pay … Continue reading →

Fixed-object collisions can be just as harmful and financially ruinous as any other type of car accident, even if the crash involves only one vehicle. Just because you struck a fixed object doesn’t necessarily mean that your injuries are your … Continue reading →

To ride a motorcycle in Oklahoma, you’ll need to get a motorcycle license or have a motorcycle endorsement on your existing driver’s license. Riding a motorcycle is different than driving a car or truck. The state of Oklahoma requires motorcycle … Continue reading →

Knowing what to do to protect your legal rights if you were a passenger in an accident in Oklahoma can be crucial for recovering damages. A car accident as a passenger in someone else’s car can be a painful and … Continue reading →

Car accidents typically leave victims with severe, painful injuries that are costly to treat and may require months of recovery time. Sadly, some people never make a full recovery. However, if another party was at fault for the crash, an … Continue reading →

The Oklahoma motorcycle accident injury lawyers at Edwards & Patterson know that Oklahoma has some of the greatest roads in the country for motorcycle riders. TravelOK recently compiled a list of the top roads in the state for motorcycle riders … Continue reading →

Motorcycle helmets are not mandatory in Oklahoma. That means that riders over 18 can choose not to wear them without penalty. But what happens if there is an accident? Insurance companies often cite a lack of helmet use as an … Continue reading →

Is It Illegal to Text and Drive in Oklahoma? In Oklahoma, distracted driving in general is prohibited by 47 OK Stat. §47-11-901b, which requires drivers to “devote their full time and attention to such driving.” In addition, Oklahoma state lawmakers … Continue reading →

We are taking the threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Oklahoma very seriously. Right now, people in OK are being hurt by the threat of the Coronavirus. Let us help! We understand the fears that many people may have about … Continue reading →

We often work with clients who have the question, “Is a driver making a left turn always the one at fault when an accident occurs?” The answer is not a simple one. On one hand, the driver of a vehicle … Continue reading →

Oklahoma is not a universal helmet state. This means that helmets are not required for all motorcyclists and passengers in our state. Instead, Oklahoma requires riders and passengers only under the age of 18 to wear a helmet. Many people … Continue reading →

For motorcyclists, the only thing better than being on their bike is being on their bike with their child. Passing on your passion for motorcycle riding to your child can be an exciting and highly rewarding experience. However, when you … Continue reading →

Motorcycle riding, like other forms of transportation, has come a long way over the years. In reality, it’s much safer to ride today than ever before. Statistics show that motorcycle riders are less likely to die in a crash than … Continue reading →

Have you ever been frustrated by getting stuck in the left lane behind a slow-moving car? If so, you may be happy to hear that Oklahoma enacted a law which restricts this type of driving behavior. Basically, our state has … Continue reading →