Have you ever been driving down the road in December and noticed someone with Christmas lights on their car? Chances are, the sight was distracting, and if police officers saw the lights, they would likely have a word with that driver. CAN YOU PUT CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ON YOUR CAR? While Oklahoma law does not address […]
If you’ve made the decision to pursue a car accident case, you could be closer to compensation than you think. Your outcome, of course, will depend on whether or not you hire the right lawyer to help you. But how do you choose the best one? At Richardson Richardson Boudreaux, we’re here to help you answer […]
A 17-year-old boy was driving behind a semi-trailer on the morning of Monday, Dec. 9, when he decided to pass the semi-trailer in front of him. Unfortunately, the small strip of the Oklahoma 72 near Coweta did not afford him enough clearance, and he struck the back-passenger door of another vehicle. The compact car was […]
Twelve years ago, in December, an ice storm wreaked havoc in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Rainstorms combined with freezing temperatures and caused travel problems and massive power outages across the city. The 2007 storm may be the costliest ice storm in Oklahoma history and caused around $600 million worth of damages. While this December is expected to be less […]
In an effort to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities in and around the trucking industry, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates and provides resources for truck drivers, carrier companies, and consumers. FMCSA regulations lay out rules for the training, driving, and evaluation of truck drivers, as well as the responsibilities of their employers. The FMCSA also controls the […]
If you are riding a motorcycle in Oklahoma, you should be wearing a helmet. If you are under 18 years old, you are legally obligated to do so. This is because Oklahoma has what’s known as a “partial helmet law.” WHAT IS A PARTIAL HELMET LAW? Depending on the state, partial helmet laws apply only to motorcyclists […]
Road rage is an extreme form of aggressive driving that results in a criminal offense. While the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NTHSA) defines “aggressive driving” as “the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property,” the organization specifies that aggressive driving is a traffic offense. On […]
With stranger danger, contaminated candy, and children and cars sharing the road, Halloween can be a truly terrifying holiday for parents. If you talk to your kids before going out, however, you may be able to put your mind at ease and make sure safety is at the top of the list for everyone in […]
Some of the deadliest collisions between semi-trucks and passenger vehicles are known as “underride accidents.” In a so-called underride accident, the passenger vehicle collides with the commercial vehicle and then slides underneath. Because the car goes underneath the truck, the top of the cab is typically crushed, and the occupants of the car are almost […]
Cell phones can be useful tools, but they can also become distractions behind the wheel. If you find yourself tempted to send a text or scroll social media while you are driving, one of the apps below might be able to help! AT&T DRIVE MODE Drive Mode is a free driving app for iPhone and Android […]
