Avoiding And Overcoming Vehicular Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is a dangerous and frightening situation in which a vehicle gets away from the control of its driver. However, there are certain things drivers can do when confronting a hydroplaning event that may allow them...
At the law firm of Frasier, Frasier & Hickman, LLP, our mission is to fight for the rights of people like you
Month: January 2015
Dangers of heavy machinery in the workplace
Workers in Oklahoma who use heavy machinery should be conscious of safety regulations. Although machinery makes work more efficient, it also introduces dangers into the workplace as well as the need for extra precautions. Injuries from machines can range from burns to...
A truck driver lied on his time reports and was driving drowsy when he hit me
A Truck Driver Lied On His Time Reports And Was Driving Drowsy When He Hit Me Approximately a half a million accidents occur each year involving semi-trucks and other motorists, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. About 5,000 people are...
Falls are common source of worker injury and death
The risk of injuries on the job in Oklahoma varies by industry, but falls are a perennial source of injuries and even deaths. Reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that falls injured an estimated 212,760 people in 2009. Some industries are more prone to...
Who can be found liable for construction-related injuries?
Oklahoma residents might benefit from understanding more about which parties may held be liable for injuries incurred in a construction accident. Because of the dangerous nature of the work, injuries at these job sites can be a frequent occurrence. Promoting safety...
Who Is Responsible For a Hydroplaning Accident
Who Is Responsible For A Hydroplaning Accident? Accidents can occur for many reasons. Often they occur because of a negligent driver. There are some accidents where the cause may be more confusing, because weather conditions are involved. This is the case with...
New regulations from OSHA for Oklahoma employers
In an effort to improve workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has stated that new regulations for reporting injuries have been instituted as of Jan. 1. The new regulations, applicable to employers in Oklahoma and around the country,...