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  1. GM Ignition Switch Compensation

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    General Motors (GM) recently confirmed that there were 266 injuries and 124 deaths because of its faulty ignition switches. The company is accused of concealing its knowledge about the defective parts for more than a decade. If you or someone you know was injured by a faulty GM ignition switch, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our experienced attorneys today for a free case evaluation.…Read More

  2. Avoid Pet Distractions while Driving

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    Many car wrecks are caused every year by driving distractions, sometimes resulting in serious injuries. Pets in particular can cause distractions because they may move around in a vehicle, make noise, become sick and make a mess in the vehicle. According to a AAA study, approximately 12 percent of drivers have even admitted to taking selfies with their pets while driving. Drivers should take prec…Read More

  3. Don’t Take Selfies with Pets While Driving

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    Many car wrecks are caused every year by driving distractions, sometimes resulting in serious injuries. Pets in particular can cause distractions because they may move around in a vehicle, make noise, become sick and make a mess in the vehicle. According to a AAA study approximately 12 percent of drivers have even admitted to taking selfies with their pets while driving. Drivers should take precau…Read More

  4. Parking Lots and Car Accident Dangers

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    Due to the close proximity of cars and people, parking lots are the scene of many pedestrian accidents. According to the safety group AAA, twenty percent of all car accidents occur in parking lots each year. The Edwards Law Firm is a well-established personal injury law firm, here to help victims of tragic auto accidents involving negligent drivers(http://www.edwardslawok.com/oklahoma-reckless-d…Read More

  5. Avoid Aggressive Driving Lawsuits

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    Aggressive driving is becoming a common occurrence on American streets. A recent survey found that 9 out of 10 respondents said that they believed aggressive driving was a threat to safety on the roads. The AAA Foundation did a study of 10,000 road rage incidents over 7 years and found that 218 murders had resulted in these cases, and 12, 610 personal injury cases had occurred. Often the reasons b…Read More

  6. Texting and Driving Soon to be Illegal in Oklahoma

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    Last month, Oklahoma became the 46th state to ban texting and driving. The new law, which goes into effect November 1, makes texting and driving a first offense, meaning drivers can be pulled over and ticketed for texting alone. Previous versions required drivers to be pulled over for another reason before being cited for texting and driving. Although we are enthusiastic that the law has passed, …Read More

  7. Fourth of July Fireworks Risks

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    Fireworks are the centerpiece of Fourth of July celebrations around the country. Unfortunately, all too often those fun, carefree festivities can easily result in serious burns, other types of injuries and even in extreme cases, death. When an injury happens, the Edwards Law Firm's committed personal injury lawyers in Tulsa can help you determine who is at fault: a property owner, the person who…Read More

  8. Study: Sleeping Pills Can Greatly Increase Risk for Accidents

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    Patients taking sleeping pills should use extra caution if driving the morning after taking Ambien, Restoril or Desyrel. According to a new study, these sleeping pills can significantly increase a persons risk for being involved in a car accident, even to the equivalent of having too much to drink. If you or someone you love has been injured in an auto accident, our team of reputable personal inj…Read More

  9. Summers 100 Deadliest Days for Teen Driving

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    Summer is a time for fun in the sun, hanging out with friends and no homework for kids, but it has also more recently become known for another more serious reason. According to data analyzed by the National Safety Council (NSC), the days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers. If you or someone you loved was injured in an accident where a distracted teen was…Read More

  10. Takata’s Replacement Airbags Still Dangerous?

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    The size and scope of the Takata recall remains unclear, even as officials announce that many of cars with defective Takata airbags that have been repaired, will need to be repaired again. Tuesdays congressional hearing, which began with lots of lawmaker criticism about the sloppy recall, marks an attempt by government officials to get answers about the airbag defect that is linked to at least six…Read More

  11. Drowsy Driving: Don’t Become a Statistic

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    Did you know driving while you are sleepy poses as much of a threat on the road as distracted driving or driving while intoxicated? It's a mounting concern as we enter the season of high school graduation. The moments after a car accident are extremely important. Our experienced Tulsa personal injury attorneys advise you not to admit fault or over-apologize for the accident as this could be used…Read More

  12. Smartwatches & Driving: A Bad Mix?

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    There's nothing illegal about looking at your watch to see what time it is but is driving with a smartwatch safe? As the gadgets continue to grow in popularity, there's growing concern the technology is just another distraction behind the wheel. The aftermath of a distracted driving accident involves a lot of stress, especially if you were seriously injured in the crash. Let us put our team of r…Read More

  13. Frustrations & Confusion Over Airbag Recall

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    Two things are reigning supreme in the midst of the largest consumer recall in U.S. history: confusion and frustration. This follows news that it could take weeks to find out if your car is on the dreaded recall list. Experienced defective Takata  airbag injury lawyers in Tulsa(http://www.edwardslawok.com/takata-airbag-recall-lawyers.html) from our firm can help you fight for justice. Best of a…Read More

  14. Automakers Add to Recall of Takata Airbags

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    On Wednesday, The New York Times reported that Toyota and Nissan have expanded a recall of vehicles containing potentially defective airbags from the Takata Corporation. The automakers added 6.5 million vehicles to the recall, the Times wrote. If you or someone you love has been injured by a malfunctioning airbag, you may be entitled compensation through a Takata airbag recall lawsuit(http://www.…Read More

  15. GM Settling Claims Related To Defective Ignition Switch

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    Kenneth Feinberg, a lawyer for General Motors Co. (GM), is currently processing claims to compensate victims of the automaker's faulty vehicle ignition switch. According to Bloomberg.com, he has designated 100 deaths as being linked to the defective switch and is currently reviewing 37 death claims and 589 injury claims. In February 2014, GM notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra…Read More

  16. Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

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    According to reports from the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, the state has seen a rise in motorcycle fatalities since the beginning of the year. Just last month, one biker was killed in a crash that injured eight others. If you have been injured in an Oklahoma motorcycle crash our dedicated Tulsa personal injury lawyers want you to be well informed about your personal injury claim so that you…Read More