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  1. Two People Dead in Oklahoma Turnpike Accident

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    A tragic accident occurred Sunday on the H.E. Bailey Turnpike in Newcastle when a driver stopped to make a U-turn and was struck by a pickup truck. Two people, a 39-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man, were killed as result. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, while the man died on route to the hospital. The police report sai…Read More

  2. Teens Death Marks Eighth Fatality Tied to Takata Airbags

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    Recent news reports reveal that yet another persons death can be attributed to faulty Takata airbags. This brings the number of Takata airbag deaths to nine internationally, including one pregnant woman. While the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration still needs to confirm details of the death, they plan to push forward on enforcing their civil penalties against Takata. The fatality inv…Read More

  3. The Most Dangerous Intersections in Tulsa

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    Unfortunately, Tulsa has a reputation for dangerous intersections that have resulted in thousands of collisions. In fact, from January to October 2015, nearly 11,000 car accidents occurred in Tulsa. Tragically, twenty-eight deaths have occurred due to these accidents. Among the most dangerous intersections in Tulsa is Memorial at the Broken Arrow Expressway. The intersection resulted in the most c…Read More

  4. Commercial Truckers Must Switch to Electronic Logging Devices

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    A new rule will require truck drivers to log their activities using electronic devices instead of paper forms. The rule was set by the U.S. Department of Transportation to improve enforcement of commercial driving laws, specifically Hours of Service rules. The new rules should help with enforcing the Hours of Service rules set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These limit…Read More

  5. Dirty Tricks Insurance Companies Use to Deny Your Injury Claims

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    Most people buy insurance to protect themselves, financially, from unforeseeable accidents that damage their health, property or livelihood. Unfortunately, many who suffer misfortune find themselves in battles with their insurance company after filing a claim. When they deny a legitimate claim, they are said to be acting in bad faith(http://www.edwardslawok.com/bad-faith-insurance-claim.html). Mi…Read More

  6. DOT Wants to Improve Rear Impact Protection for Trucks

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    The U.S. Department of Transportation wants to better protect vehicles from rear impact collisions with commercial trucks by improving certain safety standards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed a plan to improve rear underride guards, which will lessen the impact of rear impact accidents. A truck underride occurs when a small vehicle hits a much larger vehicl…Read More

  7. NHTSA Data Scrutinizes Pedestrian Accidents Involving Large Trucks

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    Despite an overall downward trend for all truck crash fatalities during the past decade, fatalities for pedestrians and bicyclists hit by trucks is increasing. Pedestrian truck accident fatalities have significantly increased from 2006 to 2013, according to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations (NHTSA) Fatality Analysis Reporting System. The data for 2014 and 2015 has yet to be relea…Read More

  8. Dec. 7 Marks Beginning of Older Driver Awareness Week

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    The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is promoting the importance of transportation and mobility for older adults next week. Older Driver Awareness Week, which runs from Dec. 7-11, encourages awareness of a different aspects of driver safety for each day. As people get older, they experience changes to their mental, sensory and physical abilities that can impact their ability to saf…Read More

  9. Traffic Deaths Climb in 2015, Reversing Last Years Trend

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    A new report shows that auto accident fatalities in 2015 may have increased compared to last year. For 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported a slight decline in traffic deaths. But for the first six months of 2015, there has been a marked increase. The agency took this as a call to action for improved safety on the road. Although the overall trend had been decli…Read More

  10. Despite New Law, Oklahoma Still has Highest Rate of Uninsured Drivers

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    Oklahoma law requires all drivers to have liability insurance with minimum coverage for injury or death. Despite this, there are thousands of drivers on the road who are uninsured. In fact, at a whopping 25.9 percent, Oklahoma has the highest rate of uninsured drivers in the entire United States. A 2013 law intended to reduce this number has not proven effective thus far. In most cases, if you've …Read More

  11. Teenage Truck Drivers May Be Coming to Highway Near You

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    A proposal currently being discussed in U.S. Congress may permit teen truck drivers to operate 80,000 pound tractor trailers across state lines. The trucking industry is backing the bill, citing economic concerns over a driver shortage. Safety advocates argue that trucking lobbyists are ignoring studies which reveal greater crash rates among younger drivers. With an excess of 250,000 vacant trucke…Read More

  12. Deficiencies Found in Registration System for Recalled Tires

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    New information shows that millions of defective tires are on the road, increasing the likelihood of car accidents across the country. With over 500 motor vehicle deaths per year caused by tire failures, this has safety advocates deeply concerned. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently stated that the current registration and recall method for tires is ineffective, putting …Read More

  13. Pediatricians Raise Concerns About Cellphone Radiation Exposure for Children

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    Recent studies are renewing concerns about cellphone radiation and the risk of brain cancer, especially among children. Several groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, are demanding more studies and a re-evaluation of radiation standards set by the government. The popularity of mobile wireless devices has exploded over the past decade. Once considered a luxury item for the wealthy…Read More

  14. NHTSA Issues $200 Million Penalty To Takata for Defective Airbags, Orders Recall Speedup

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    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced it would be fining Takata Corporation, a manufacturer of automotive airbags, up to $200 million for violating safety regulations and failing to report defects. They are also ordering a recall speedup of the defective airbags and requiring the company to take additional safety compliance measures. The civil penalty is the…Read More

  15. Proving Who Is at Fault in an Auto Collision

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    Thousands of car accidents occur every day in the United States for a variety of reasons. Sometimes a driver isn't paying attention or is driving recklessly. Sometimes there is an issue with visibility or poor road conditions. Whatever the reason, a car accident can ruin your day and cost you thousands in repairs. In the worst cases, it can cause severe injuries or even death. Your first thought i…Read More

  16. National Teen Driver Safety Week Encourages Safe Driving Practices

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    Did you know that car crashes remain the leading cause of death for teenagers ages 14-18 in the United States? Teen Driver Safety Week, taking place on October 18 to 24 will focus on best safety practices and behaviors for keeping teens safe, as they learn to drive and navigate the roadways by themselves. Being distracted while driving remains one of the major factors that result in tragic car cr…Read More