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If you or a loved one has been in either a car or truck accident, you’re well aware that these accidents can cause extensive pain and suffering, anguish, emotional distress, and, sometimes, life-long health concerns.  But you may not be aware of how the average car accident differs from the average truck accident, not…

If you’ve been the victim of a car accident in Oklahoma, you may be asking many questions about the logistics of legal action. One prominent line of questioning is how individuals involved in the situation are found to be at fault or not at fault for the accident. When a third party is found…

After experiencing a car accident in Oklahoma, you are likely facing many questions and new challenges when trying to understand what damages you are eligible to recover. This is especially overwhelming, as you’re likely trying to work on your legal case while healing from your injuries.  At Warhawk Legal, we want to help simplify…

Insurance is an important and legally mandated part of driving on Oklahoma roads. An insurance policy helps mitigate risk by insuring you against some of the costs of a potential accident, just in case the worst happens.  However, sometimes Oklahomans drive without insurance for various reasons. So what happens if an uninsured driver is…

Many crash risk factors are within the control of drivers. They choose the routes they follow, the way they operate their vehicles and how they allocate their attention. Vehicle maintenance and consistent compliance with state traffic statutes can also have a major impact on someone’s chances of a car wreck. Certain issues, including the…

Some Oklahoma City motor vehicle crashes occur due to unpredictable and frankly uncontrollable circumstances. Someone who just purchased a new vehicle may not know about a defective component that fails while they are on the highway. Issues with the road or inclement weather can also increase the likelihood of a crash occurring. However, many…

Starting Nov. 1, Oklahoma teenagers applying for a driver’s license will have a new hurdle to clear: learn how to drive safely in road construction zones. Poor decisions by drivers of all ages continue to put road crews in danger of being killed or seriously injured on the job. People who work just a…

Distracted driving is an umbrella term that generally refers to any activities a driver may engage in that can divert their attention away from traffic and the act of driving. Distractions are a major cause of serious car accidents in the United States. In fact, some studies claim that more than 3,000 people lose…

Dooring is an accident wherein a vehicle door is suddenly opened into the path of an oncoming cyclist. This unexpected event leaves the cyclist little time to react, potentially leading to severe injuries. As the popularity of cycling continues to rise, particularly in urban settings, understanding dooring and implementing measures to prevent it becomes…

The summer months often experience an increase in the number of miles traveled and also an increase in the number of serious and fatal collisions that occur. The summer of 2023 has already witnessed a significant uptick in the number of road trips and vacations taken around the United States, which means a lot…