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Your spinal cord consists of a complex bundle of nerves that carries messages from the brain to the rest of your body. A spinal cord injury (SCI) can result from trauma causing a bruise, or contusion, a partial or complete … Continue reading
When a member of your family suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI), your entire family feels the effects. Caregivers of those with significant brain injuries may experience varying levels of feeling burdened, angry, distressed and even differing levels of depression. … Continue reading
Too many adults have made no plans for what happens to their family in the event of an unexpected death. If a loved one is lost in a fatal car accident, catastrophic changes will occur, especially if the loved one … Continue reading
Seatbelts save lives and reduce injuries. It is a proven fact that seatbelt usage for adults and older children is the most effective way to save lives and prevent injuries in the event of an accident. The most recent seatbelt … Continue reading
Oklahoma is serious about road safety and keeping drivers and passengers safe. Three recent laws passed by the state legislature specifically address problem areas of road safety even amidst some controversy. Regardless of whether or not you supported or argued … Continue reading
Years of research and experience has validated beyond any doubt that seatbelts save lives. Your chances of survival and/or escaping serious injury are measurably increased when wearing a seat belt. In fact, research shows that your chances of survival have … Continue reading
Most motorcycle accidents occur because of the disparity between motorcycles and motor vehicles. Motorcycles do not possess the stability nor the higher visibility of motor vehicles, and yet most possess higher performance capabilities. Motorcycle riders lack the protection an enclosed … Continue reading
Collisions between bicycles and motor vehicles are more common than one would think. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 48,000 cyclists were injured in a bicycle-car collision in 2013. In Oklahoma in 2015, 290 cyclists were … Continue reading
Many Oklahoma citizens choose to utilize public transportation for a variety of reasons. Generally, public transportation is a safe, cost-effective and efficient means of travel. If you are involved in an accident that causes injury while using public transportation, you … Continue reading
As the result of a personal injury, victims may be awarded compensable damages by the court. Oklahoma law dictates the amounts and restrictions of personal injury compensable damages allowed in personal injury cases. Following is an explanation of these regulating … Continue reading