Category Archives: Truck Accidents

When unsecured cargo falls from a commercial truck, shifts inside a trailer, or makes a truck unstable, more than one party may be responsible for the resulting Oklahoma truck accident. Liability can depend on who loaded the freight, who secured it, whether the driver inspected the load, whether the motor carrier supplied suitable equipment and […]

Yes. Truck driver logbooks can help support an Oklahoma accident claim when they show how long a commercial driver had been driving, when the driver rested, and whether the recorded schedule matches the events leading to the crash. Electronic logging device records, commonly called ELD records, can also be compared with GPS data, dispatch messages, […]

August rain can make Oklahoma roads dangerous for commercial trucks by reducing tire grip, limiting visibility, creating standing water, and increasing stopping distance. A tractor-trailer traveling too fast for wet conditions may rear-end slowing traffic, leave its lane, jackknife, or roll over. Murray Law Firm helps injured people in Stillwater, Payne County, and nearby Oklahoma […]

A commercial truck tire blowout can cause a serious Oklahoma collision within seconds. Summer heat may speed tire deterioration, but heat alone does not decide liability. Responsibility may rest with the truck driver, motor carrier, maintenance contractor, tire seller, tire manufacturer, cargo-loading company, another motorist, or a government agency whose conduct contributed to the failure […]

 Extreme heat in Oklahoma increases the risk of serious truck accidents by placing dangerous stress on tires, brakes, engines, and drivers themselves. In Stillwater and across the state, high summer temperatures create conditions where mechanical failure and human fatigue become far more likely. Murray Law Firm represents individuals and families affected by these collisions and […]

Hydroplaning during spring storms in Oklahoma is a serious risk for commercial trucks, and accidents can result in significant injuries and property damage. Murray Law Firm helps residents of Stillwater navigate the aftermath of these accidents, providing expert guidance to protect rights and pursue compensation. Knowing the causes of hydroplaning, legal considerations, and appropriate steps […]

If you’ve been involved in a car or truck accident in Oklahoma, understanding how fault is determined is crucial. Fault plays a significant role in the outcome of any personal injury case, directly influencing the amount of compensation you can recover. At the Murray Law Firm, we handle numerous accident cases and understand how complex […]

I-35 is one of the busiest highways in the United States, stretching from the Mexican border in Texas up to Minnesota. In Oklahoma, this highway is frequently traveled by trucks of all kinds, making it prone to truck accidents. If you’ve been involved in or are curious about a truck accident on I-35, one of […]

 The holiday season brings more than just festive cheer to Oklahoma—it also brings a significant increase in traffic, especially along the I-35 corridor. With large shipments on the road and trucks rushing to meet deadlines, accidents involving commercial trucks become more frequent. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, it’s important to act fast […]

When most people think of truck accidents, they picture big trucks owned by private companies. But sometimes, a truck that causes a crash belongs to the government. This could be a city truck, a county vehicle, or even a truck used by a state department like the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. These trucks still share […]