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

    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

  2. Proving Who Is at Fault in an Auto Collision

    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

  3. National Teen Driver Safety Week Encourages Safe Driving Practices

    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

  4. Is There a Link between Traumatic Brain Injury and Aggressive Driving?

    A new study published in Accident Analysis and Prevention suggests a higher incidence of road rage amongst drivers who have suffered traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Study participants who have suffered one or more TBI report far more aggressive driving incidents compared to drivers who have not experienced such an injury. Aggressive driving events include threatening harm to other drivers and pa…Read More

  5. Drowsy Driving: Don’t Become a Statistic

    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

  6. GM Settling Claims Related To Defective Ignition Switch

    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