Truck accidents involving violations of federal regulations designed to keep roads safe can have devastating consequences. The “hours of service” (HOS) rules, which state the period that a truck driver can be on the road before taking mandatory breaks, are critical...
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Does color matter in car safety?
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Aug 18, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Driving is one of the most dangerous things you do. When you choose a new car, the safety features on offer probably play some role in which model you choose. Yet, one safety feature you might not have considered is the color of the vehicle. Research shows that...
Why riding on the sidewalk is more dangerous for bicyclists
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Aug 14, 2024 | Personal Injury
It is fine for children to ride their bikes on the sidewalk, in many cases. It’s a good way for them to learn without facing direct risks from motor vehicles. After all, a child could ride their bike around a city block without ever having to cross the street. But as...
Changes to Oklahoma’s “Move Over” law
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Aug 3, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Most drivers (at least responsible ones) slow down and obey all signs – particularly reduced speed signs -- and anyone who is directing traffic when they enter a highway work zone. It’s best to do this even before reaching an official work zone area if a driver knows...
Consejos esenciales para conducir en las autopistas de Oklahoma
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Aug 1, 2024 | Accidentes de auto
Oklahoma es un estado conocido por sus amplios espacios abiertos y su sector agrícola en pleno auge. Esto significa que los habitantes de Oklahoma seguido tienen que viajar por largos tramos de autopista para llegar de una ciudad a la otra – enfrentando todos los...
First responders, PTSD and workers’ comp: Oklahoma’s new law
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Jul 28, 2024 | Workers' Compensation
If you’re a first responder or have a loved one who is, you know that the stress and trauma of the job can be overwhelming and even paralyzing. Increasingly, lawmakers across the country are requiring state workers’ compensation boards to cover serious mental health...
5 common workers’ comp myths
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Jul 13, 2024 | Workers' Compensation
Many injured workers can apply for workers’ compensation. Workers’ comp can help injured workers afford medical expenses and recover lost wages. There are many misconceptions about workers’ comp. If you are applying for benefits, you should consider the following: ...
Distracted driving goes beyond texting
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Jun 25, 2024 | Distracted Driving
If you ask someone what they think of when they hear the term “distracted driving,” they are likely to say something about texting while driving. However, we are surrounded by distractions whenever we get behind the wheel. What are some of the most common distractions...
Is it safer to drive on city roads or rural ones?
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Jun 24, 2024 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
You might feel safer once you escape the city traffic for the quieter rural roads, but statistics show you are not. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that “Although 20% of people in the U.S. live in rural areas (U.S. Census Bureau, 2023) and...
Poorly fitting PPE can cause, worsen injuries
On Behalf of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP | Jun 22, 2024 | Workers' Compensation
Female construction workers are still relatively few and far between. However, it’s not as uncommon to see a woman working on a construction site or maybe doing road or bridge construction work as it once was. While the women who choose this line of work can be every...
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