After a serious truck wreck in Oklahoma, you’d expect the truth to come out quickly. But trucking companies — and the insurers who back them — often move fast to protect themselves, not the injured victims. Their goal is simple: minimize their liability and pay as little as possible. If you were hit by [...]
If you’ve been hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Moore, Oklahoma, you’re not alone — and you’re not out of options. These crashes are happening more often on streets like I-35, 4th Street, Eastern Avenue, and the high-traffic shopping areas near 19th Street. The shock of the impact is bad enough, but knowing the [...]
After an accident, many injured people worry they can’t file a claim because they were “partially at fault.” The truth is, Oklahoma law recognizes that accidents are rarely black-and-white — and you may still be entitled to compensation even if you made a mistake. This concept is called comparative fault, and understanding how it [...]
If you’ve been in an accident in Oklahoma, you’ve probably heard the terms “bodily injury” and “pain and suffering.” They sound similar — but legally, they mean two very different things. Understanding the difference can make a huge impact on your personal injury claim and how much compensation you may be entitled to recover. [...]
Purcell’s small-town charm hides a big problem: heavy truck traffic cutting through narrow local streets. Between Highway 74, I-35, and the busy crossings near Main Street, oversized vehicles and tight intersections have made Purcell one of central Oklahoma’s most overlooked danger zones for serious crashes. At Aldridge Teasdale, we’ve represented drivers and families hurt [...]
After a car wreck, the phone calls and paperwork start fast — often before you’ve even had a chance to fully understand your injuries. One of the first things many crash victims experience is an insurance adjuster offering a quick settlement. It may feel like the simplest way to put the accident behind you, but [...]
Car accidents aren’t always black and white. Maybe you were turning left when someone sped through a yellow light — or you braked too late, but the other driver was texting. If you think you were partly at fault for a wreck in Oklahoma, you might be wondering: can I still recover compensation? The [...]
Slip and fall cases often come down to one critical question: What really happened? While witness statements and photos can help, nothing is more powerful than surveillance video. In Oklahoma, security cameras are everywhere — grocery stores, gas stations, apartment complexes, restaurants, parking lots, and even city buildings. Video evidence can be the deciding factor [...]
Cracked sidewalks, uneven pavement, and broken curbs are more than just eyesores — they’re accidents waiting to happen. When a fall like that causes serious injury, many Oklahomans wonder: can I sue the city? At Aldridge Teasdale, we’ve helped clients across Oklahoma recover after dangerous public property accidents. Suing a city or municipality is [...]
Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft have changed how Oklahomans get around, but when accidents happen, figuring out who’s responsible isn’t always simple. Whether you were a passenger, another driver, or a pedestrian, collisions involving rideshare vehicles in Oklahoma City raise unique legal questions — and big insurance companies aren’t quick to help. At [...]
