When developers build apartment complexes, schools, office buildings, restaurants, retail stores, and other buildings that will be occupied by people, they can’t build them any way they want. They must build them according to standards and codes set by local and state ordinances as well as the International Code Council (ICC). Building codes were introduced […]

When two passenger vehicles collide on an Oklahoma road, local police or state troopers are usually dispatched to the scene to assist the drivers and any passengers and briefly investigate the crash. Unless an accident is severe and involves one or more fatalities, law enforcement’s priority is typically to remove the damaged vehicles from the […]

Because semi-trucks are so much bigger and heavier than passenger vehicles, truck drivers must drive their big rigs with extreme caution. Even minor accidents involving semi-trucks can result in major injuries for people in cars, trucks, and SUVs. In addition to following local and state traffic laws, truck drivers must also follow guidelines set by […]

Many motorcycles are designed to be able to carry one passenger in addition to the operator. Motorcycle passengers ride on a pillion, which is a secondary pad, cushion, or seat located behind the driver’s seat. Whether you’re a motorcyclist wanting to carry a passenger, or you’re considering riding on a motorcycle as a passenger, it’s […]

Safety features on vehicles have come a long way since seatbelts and airbags became standard equipment. Today, drivers enjoy features like lane-departure warnings, automatic braking, collision detection, blind-spot monitoring, and more. These features can reduce the risk of a crash and make collisions that do occur less impactful and less likely to cause injuries. However, […]

Halloween is a holiday that’s fun for kids and adults alike, and most Americans participate in its festivities each year. In 2023, around 73% of Americans planned to celebrate the holiday, and that often involves dressing up in costumes, attending Halloween parties, and trick-or-treating with their kids. Unfortunately, accidents can and do happen during this […]

Intersections are any point in a road where two or more roads cross or meet. They help facilitate the movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists, allowing for changes in direction and access to different routes. In addition to being vital parts of roads throughout Oklahoma, they can also be dangerous with high rates of collisions. […]

Any time road conditions are less than ideal in Oklahoma, your chances of being involved in a car accident increase. Because of that, it’s important to always be aware of the weather when you drive—especially when you’re planning on driving a long distance and can’t easily reschedule the trip until the weather clears up. In […]

There are two types of motorcycle riders—those who have crashed and those who will. Experienced riders often share this expression with beginners to illustrate not just the dangers of riding, but also the inevitability of being involved in an accident over the course of a lifetime of riding. Almost everyone will be involved in at […]

Motorcycle riding offers a sense of freedom that becomes hard for motorcyclists to resist, but it comes with serious risks. Unlike car drivers, motorcyclists lack the protective barriers that cars provide, making them more vulnerable to injuries. Because of the lack of protection inherent in riding, motorcyclists are exposed to direct impact with other vehicles, […]