Driver fatigue is one of the most common — and most dangerous — causes of truck accidents in Oklahoma. When an exhausted driver is behind the wheel of a 40-ton vehicle, the consequences can be catastrophic. Even a momentary lapse in alertness can lead to rear-end collisions, lane departures, rollover crashes, and fatal highway [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Most people don’t think twice about a quick trip to the grocery store — until a slick floor or uneven aisle sends them crashing to the ground. Falls inside supermarkets are among the most common causes of serious injuries in Del City, and they’re almost always preventable. The question is: when a customer gets [...]
After a car wreck in Oklahoma City, it’s not just your vehicle that takes a hit — your income might too. Missed work, lost bonuses, and long recovery times can put huge financial pressure on you and your family. If another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, you may be entitled to recover those lost [...]
Why Truck Wreck Cases Require Immediate Legal Action in Edmond When a semi-truck collides with a car on I-35 or Broadway Extension, the damage can be devastating — both physically and financially. What most people don’t realize is that time is critical after a truck accident. The longer you wait to contact an attorney, [...]
