Author Archives: Jay Butchko
These Drilling Problems Could Cause an Oil-Field Accident
Drilling for, refining, and transporting oil and natural gasses are complicated and physically grueling endeavors that require the use of dangerous equipment and exposure to toxic substances. One of the most perilous aspects of oil-field work, however, is the drilling process itself. We’ve included a breakdown of some of the most common oil drilling-related… Read More »
How Motorcycle Crash Bars Work
While Oklahoma requires that motorcycles are equipped with certain safety gear, motorcycle crash bars are not one of them and most manufacturers offer them only as optional equipment. Crash bars, however, serve several important purposes, one of which is to prevent serious injury in the event of an accident. What are Motorcycle Crash Bars? … Read More »
What Makes Underride Collisions So Deadly
Any type of truck accident tends to have devastating consequences for the occupants of the smaller vehicle, simply because commercial vehicles are so large and heavy. Certain kinds of truck crashes, however, are notorious for being particularly dangerous and often fatal. Underride collisions, which occur when a smaller vehicle slides beneath any portion of… Read More »
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Oklahoma
The risk of suffering a fatal injury in a motorcycle accident is disproportionately high, especially in comparison to the number of motorcycles that are actually on the road. This is mainly due to the fact that motorcycles are simply not very crashworthy, as they lack the balance of a four wheeled vehicle, are far… Read More »
Man Sues Harley-Davidson After Motorcycle Accident
A Midland man has filed a personal injury lawsuit after he lost part of his leg in a motorcycle crash. The named defendants in the lawsuit are Harley-Davidson Motor Co. and the Odessa dealership that sold him the motorcycle. According to the lawsuit, the plaintiff bought a 2023 Harley FLTRXSE CVO in March brand… Read More »
Jury Awards $30M to Plaintiff in Oilfield Explosion Accident
A Colorado jury recently awarded $30 million to an oilfield worker who was severely injured when a fracking tank exploded four years ago. According to the lawsuit, the plaintiff, a married father of two and a U.S. Air Force veteran, was working at the time of the explosion as a well tester for a… Read More »
Safety Measures that Could Keep Motorcyclists Safer on Oklahoma Roads
There are a lot of benefits to riding a motorcycle. They are, for instance, a lot more fuel efficient than most passenger vehicles and are also much easier to park. The biggest downside to riding a motorcycle is that doing so can be dangerous. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration… Read More »
Oklahoma Lawmakers Hope to Cut Down on Road Rage Accidents with Proposed Left Lane Restrictions
Although commonly referred to as the “passing lane”, many Oklahoma motorists don’t differentiate the far left lane from the others. In fact, it’s actually considered a traffic violation in Oklahoma to use this lane unless a driver is actively attempting to pass another vehicle. Few, however, are cited for this violation and usually only… Read More »
Steps to Take After an Oklahoma Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents are almost always more devastating for riders, who are far less protected from impact with other vehicles. As a result, injuries are often severe, leaving riders unsure of how they will cover the cost of their medical bills, lost wages, and other losses. While every accident is different, there are a few… Read More »
Sleep Deprived Truck Drivers Cause Serious Accidents
Truck accidents, like any other type of vehicle collision, can occur for a variety of reasons. Of these causes, however, truck driver error is one of the most common and can often be linked to fatigue or sleep deprivation. While always dangerous to drive fatigued, doing so as a commercial truck driver is particularly… Read More »
