Posts by Ryan Y. Cunningham
The Deadliest Types of Oil Field Accidents
Oil field accidents are devastating at any level, but many carry a high risk of fatalities. When that occurs, families are left without their loved ones, often for senseless reasons. Nearly any accident in an oil field or on an oil rig carries a high risk with it. There are some, however, that are at…
Read MoreCommon Myths and Misconceptions About Car Accident Claims
Car accidents happen every day. However, no two accidents are ever the same. Whether the crash was caused by road damage, distracted driving, impaired driving, or faulty vehicle parts, you deserve to be compensated for your injuries. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about car accident claims here in the Sooner State. Today,…
Read MoreInjuries Caused by High Pressure Steam to Industrial Workers
While many might not realize it, steam can be a dangerous byproduct of a manufacturing process in many different industries. Whether you work in an automotive factory, as a maintenance professional in a boiler room, on a ship, or anywhere else steam is present; you can suffer injuries from steam in an accident. An experienced…
Read MoreOklahoma Drivers Ranked Fourth in the Country in Road Rage
A new study from Forbes Advisor reveals the most confrontational drivers across the nation – and perhaps in a surprise – Oklahoma cracks the top five in road rage. The publication surveyed 5,000 drivers across the country on some key metrics regarding road rage and confrontational driving to come up with their list. Forbes notes…
Read MoreWhy You Should Report Your Car Accident to the Insurance Company
For a lot of folks, being in a minor wreck is something they don’t want to report to their insurance companies. After all, why deal with the hassle of insurance (and the almost certain increase in your premiums) if you can just make a gentlemen’s agreement, right? Even though speaking with insurance companies can cause…
Read MoreHow Do You Investigate an OKC Truck Accident?
Most of the time, truck accidents happen because of various human errors, such as driving under the influence, distracted driving, driving while fatigued, speeding, and failure to check blind spots. However, truck accidents can also occur due to reasons that are out of the trucker’s control, including a defective truck part, improper loading, truck tire…
Read MoreDiffuse Axonal Injuries Caused by Motor Vehicle Accidents
When a person is involved in a motorcycle, car, or truck accident, they may hit their head, causing a diffuse axonal injury. After being diagnosed with this severe brain injury, the individual’s life will never be the same. They will need to learn how to carry out their daily obligations and duties in a different…
Read MoreU-Turns and Wide-Turns Can Lead to Truck Accidents
Semis, tractor-trailers, rigs, and most commercial trucks are longer and wider than most vehicles, even SUVs. The bigger dimensions make controlling a truck difficult when drivers need to turn. For starters, truck drivers need to make sure the rear of their vehicle moves with the cab or front of the truck. The windowless sides and…
Read MoreHow Fear Is Perpetuating the Dangers of Oil & Gas Work
Oil and gas work is extremely dangerous due to the long hours, physical fatigue, the risk of fires, and many other dangers. Unsafe working conditions only increase the risk of accidents and fatalities at work. A recent study, according to The Journal Record, indicates that many oil and gas workers work with the constant fear…
Read MoreRecent Recalls of Dangerous Truck Parts
The manufacturers of truck parts have a duty to ensure that their products are safe. They must use proper design methods, good workmanship practices, and take every safety precaution possible to ensure that their products don’t cause accidents. Defective truck products should be taken off the road before accidents occur – not afterward. But as…
Read MoreIs It Time for a New Motorcycle Helmet?
If you have been in a “minor” motorcycle accident, you may have picked yourself up, dusted off, and inspected your helmet but saw no damage. However, it is important to know that motorcycle helmets can have damage that you cannot see. For example, there could be damage to the inner protective padding, which could cause…
Read More“Transportation Incidents” Are the Most Common Cause of Work Fatalities
There are certain industries that are inherently more dangerous than others. Oil & gas is one of those industries; so are construction and manufacturing. As injury lawyers, we’ve worked with people who are hurt on the job, and we know which types of jobs typically see higher fatality rates than others. Unfortunately, fatal accidents among…
Read MoreDrivers Are More Distracted Than Ever
On your commute to and from work every day, you may quickly notice to your right is a woman with a cell phone up to her ear and to your left is a teen driver constantly changing his radio channel. This seems to be a common part of everyone’s daily commute, seeing drivers that are…
Read MoreIs Tesla Liable for Autopilot Vehicle Accidents?
Tesla and other self-driving vehicle incidents have been in the news a lot lately. In fact, one of the most recent and alarming incidents was when a person’s Tesla steering wheel fell off while the car was in motion. When it comes to self-driving vehicles, there have been about 400 accidents in the United States…
Read MoreHow Much Car Insurance Do I Need in Oklahoma City?
When it comes to insuring the vehicle you drive every day, you want to make sure your coverage is both comprehensive enough to protect you and your vehicle and reasonably priced enough to protect your bank account. It can be a delicate balance to strike. The cheaper the insurance deals, the lesser your coverage, and…
Read MoreDo I Need an Oklahoma City Attorney if I’m Not the At-Fault Driver?
Knowing when to hire — or at least consult with — an attorney is a true secret weapon when it comes to protecting one’s rights. Traffic accidents of all sorts happen frequently and without warning. Even when no party is technically at fault, just the simple act of needing to file a claim with your…
Read MoreWhy Does Speeding Lead to So Many Fatal Accidents?
There are many reasons why fatal accidents occur on the roads across America, but most of them are due to drivers’ behaviors. It has been a long-term goal of the federal and state government to determine why fatal accidents happen on highways, interstates, and local roads as well as how to prevent them. One of…
Read MoreOklahoma City Crane Accidents Are More Common Than You Think
If you feel like you see a new construction site every day in Oklahoma City, we get it. There are multiple ongoing roadwork projects, and it feels like new buildings are constantly going up in the city and its suburbs. So the chances are good that you’ve been driving, walking, or working around cranes. There…
Read MoreHelp After an OKC Drugged Driving Accident Causes Injuries
The risk of a car accident is ever-present, but when you add illegal drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and prescription medicines into the mix, the risk becomes even higher. The number of alcohol and drug-related crashes continues to increase in Oklahoma. In fact, in 2019, there were 338 alcohol and drug-related crashes, and there were over 400…
Read MoreMotorcycle Rallies Are Leading to Increased Organ Donations, NY Times Reports
A recent New York Times article reported that motorcycle rallies have led to increasing numbers of crashes and fatalities, and there have been multiple studies showing that there is a link between more organ transplants when these major rallies are scheduled. In fact, it is believed that there is “one additional donor for every two…
Read MoreWho Is Liable in a Snow Plow Accident?
While our state of Oklahoma isn’t exactly the snow capital of the world, it does get cold in the winter, and occasionally snow falls and makes our roads a terror to drive on. Not only is it slick, but the rarely-seen snow plows make an appearance. Not just the ones sent out by the city,…
Read MoreCatastrophic Bone Breaks from Oklahoma City Motorcycle Accidents
The freedom and excitement that comes from riding a motorcycle is like nothing else, but it comes with some serious risks. As the driver of a motorcycle is open and exposed to the elements surrounding them with little protection, it is important to be aware of the type of injuries that are caused by accidents…
Read MoreHow the Media Drives the “Frivolous” Lawsuit Myth
The media often attacks what they deem to be frivolous lawsuits, dating back to the 90s. The reality is these lawsuits are not frivolous, and the victims are using their constitutional rights to get the justice they deserve. Sometimes these lawsuits start small, and we find a much larger problem. The media paints these lawsuits…
Read MorePine-Sol, Thy Name Is Irony
Pine-Sol, the popular multi-surface cleaner which claims it “cleans and disinfects so many surfaces, even the kitchen sink,” is facing a recall because of possible bacterial contamination. The cleaner is manufactured by Clorox – the first brand most people think of when they think of bleach – and affects about 37 million bottles of product.…
Read MoreCan I File a Lawsuit if I Didn’t Know How Much I Was Hurt?
Injuries, whether they’re from a car accident or from slipping on some ice, can be complex. You may feel immediate pain in some places, but sometimes, symptoms do not present themselves until a week or two later. If you thought you had no injuries, you probably didn’t think about filing a claim or lawsuit. But…
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