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22
Nov

OSU Women’s BasketBall Coach And Assistant Killed In Plane Crash

November 22, 2011

Last Thursday evening, the head women’s basketball coach for Oklahoma Statue University, Kurt Budke, and his assistant, Miranda Serna, were killed when their small, single-engine went down in an Arkansas Wildlife Management area. According to News Channel 4, the coaches died with the pilot of the PA-28 Cherokee aircraft, former State Senator Olin Branstetter, and his wife, Paula.

Investigators with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are still working to determine why the plane went down, but have determined the crash happened at 4:10 PM as the coaches were returning from a recruiting trip.

The crash happened 10 months after the 10th Anniversary of a plane crash that killed 10 members of the men’s basketball team as they returned home from a game. Since that crash, the school has required that all air crafts ridden by players undergo a vigorous inspection to ensure the plane is functioning correctly.

The Oklahoma Wrongful Death Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers often handle cases for families of victims who have been killed in accidents no fault of their own. Get in touch with us today to discuss your case.

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15
Nov

Three Oklahoma City Students Injured In Elevator Shaft

November 15, 2011

Three students at an Oklahoma City school were injured Tuesday after being trapped in an elevator shaft in a school building. According to News Channel 4, the accident took place on the campus of Classen School of Advanced Studies, located at the corner of Classen Boulevard and NW 18th Street, at 11:20 this morning.

Authorities say an administrator was on the elevator when he began to hear screaming coming form underneath. Upon investigation, he found the two seventh graders and a sixth grader trapped in the shaft beneath the machinery. He immediately contacted 911 and rescuers had the girls freed within 35 minutes. Investigators are unsure how the accident occurred.

Emergency Medical Services Authority spokeswoman, Lara O’Leary, stated that the students were transported to University of Oklahoma Medical Center by ambulance. One of the girls was in need of emergency treatment, while the other two suffered non-life threatening back and leg injuries.

Officials with OKC Public Schools said that although the accident happened in a part of the building that has not undergone recent renovations the rest of the building has seen, the elevator was inspected for safety less than a week ago.

The Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers often handle cases where injured victims were hurt in accidents caused at no fault of their own. If you have suffered a similar accident, contact us today by filling out a free online consultation form to talk about your case further.

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8
Nov

Three Accidents Involving Oklahoma City Police Officers In 24 Hours

November 8, 2011

The Oklahoma City Police Department says two officers were injured during a string of three crashes within a 24-hour period last week. According to News Channel 4, the accidents happened between Friday and Saturday.

A spokesperson for the Department, Sergeant Gary Knight, stated the first accident happened in the early morning hours of Friday at the intersection of 44 and Agnew, when a driver ran a red light and struck the front end of the officer’s cruiser as he passed through the intersection. The officer suffered minor injuries in the crash.

Not long after the first accident, a second occurred at MLK Boulevard and El Reno. No injuries were reported from the minor fender bender.

The final accident came as an officer had a vehicle pulled over on I-44. He was gathering information about the driver, when suddenly a vehicle hit the squad car from behind. He had apparently swerved off the road to avoid missing a slowing vehicle in front of him in the right hand lane. Unfortunately, when he swerved off the road, he put himself on a direct path into the rear of the stopped patrol car. The officer was taken to a local hospital where he was expected to make a full recovery.

The Oklahoma Auto Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers would like to urge all drivers to move into the left lane when you see an officer with a stopped vehicle on the side of the road.

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1
Nov

Death Of High School Football Player Sparks Controversy in Oklahoma Town

November1, 2011

The death of a local football player after complications from an injury and another player being hospitalized days later with an on-field injury has the town of Edmond, Oklahoma, divided as to whether the district is doing it’s part to protect players. News Channel 4 reports both accidents happened during practice.

A 16-year-old Edmond North player died two weeks ago after suffering a broken leg in practice. He was taken to the hospital and treated for the fracture, but died the following day due to complications from what doctor’s believe was possibly a blood clot. Barely a week after the defensive lineman passed, a sophomore on the team broke a rib during practice and was taken to the hospital later by his parents. There, doctors discovered liver and spleen damage along with the fractured bone. The teen was treated and is expected to fully recover.

Some citizens believe Edmond schools should be doing more to protect students on the field. One parent suggested more rigorous testing, like that done for college athletes, be done on those wanting to go out for teams. He stated heart and bone density tests could better qualify potential players. In the meantime, the district has insisted that player safety is their top priority, but have taken no action following the injuries.

The Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys at J. Colbert Injury Lawyers want you to tell us what you think by posting to our Facebook page. Should more be done to protect high school athletes on the field?

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25
Oct

Tort Reform Law Takes Effect Next Month In Oklahoma

October 25, 2011

Most people would agree that the amount of money given to a victim in a personal injury lawsuit should at least cover the medical bills for their injuries. But a new law taking effect in Oklahoma could put a cap on the amount of money an injured victim is able to recover, regardless of their medical needs.

According to News Channel 4, the new law goes into effect on November 1  of this year and will limit non-economic, or “pain and suffering,” damages to $350,000. This means regardless of how badly injured a person is–even if their injuries will cause of lifetime of hardship and suffering–the most they will only be able to receive is $350,000.

The law has caused a tidal wave of claims to be filed in recent weeks due to the fact that anything filed before the November 1 date can be exempt from the monetary limitation.

Many supporters of the law say the rush of paperwork being filed is just a sign of the need for the law, while critics claim that the new law puts a discounted price tag on a human’s life.

The Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers want to know your opinion. Does it put a much-needed limit on what accident victims can receive in a case, or does it keep a victim from getting what is rightfully theirs? Tell us your opinion by posting to our Facebook page.

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18
Oct

Tractor Trailer Driver Killed When Truck Hit a Cow

October 18, 2011

A tractor-trailer driver from Gasden, Tennessee, was killed near Weatherford, Oklahoma when his truck collided with a cow. According to Channel 8 News, the accident occurred along I-40 late Sunday evening.

The 58-year-old driver was in the westbound lanes of the highway. It was dark and the driver had little time to react to the massive bovine that had wandered into lanes of traffic from one of the many pastures that line the highway. The truck overcorrected and rolled off the side of the highway with the driver trapped inside. Once rescuers arrived, it took them roughly 43 minutes to free the driver from the debris. Firefighters said the man suffered massive injuries and was declared dead at the scene of the crash.

According to MSN, several million animal collisions occur yearly and are responsible for the deaths of several hundred individuals every year. In most cases, the animal is wild, like a deer, and there is no one to be held responsible for it being in the road. In this case, the cow’s negligent owner allowed it to escape.

The Oklahoma Auto Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers understand accidents happen, but that deson’t mean a victim or victim’s family should suffer because of someone else’s negligence. Contact us today by filling out a free online consultation form if you have been injured because of another person’s mistake.

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Oct

Multivitamins Linked To Higher Health Risks In Older Women

October 11, 2011

Thousands of Americans take dietary supplements every day for numerous reasons. Some take them to build more muscle, while others take them for overall health. New research shows, though, that taking these supplements could put users at risk for cardiovascular disease or cancer.

KOCO News reports that a new study published in the Archive of Internal Medicine found that women taking supplements over a long period of time were more at risk for the diseases than those that did not. The women examined in the study were all over the age of fifty, and the strongest links to higher mortality rates were in those taking Iron supplements. Contrary to many other studies in the field, researchers found a decreased risk in mortality for those taking calcium supplements.

Dr. Donald Hensrud of the Mayo Clinic remarked, “Up until now there has been much benefit or risk seen with multivitamins…this [study] raises the question that it might hurt.”

Upon release of the findings, the makers of several multivitamins and dietary supplements fired back saying that the research was biased and it did not prove their products raise a person’s chances of becoming ill.

The Oklahoma Defective Product Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers would like your opinion. Could vitamin supplements actually do more harm than good, or do you think the numbers were manipulated? Tell us what you think on our Facebook page.

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Oct

Oklahoma School Cross Guard Shortage At Fault For Accident?

October 4, 2011

Two students were hit by a car at a school crossing Monday morning in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, outraging those who had warned against the school cross guard shortage months ago.

In late July of this year, The Oklahoman reported Oklahoma City Schools were facing a shortage of crossing guards for the upcoming year, and many officials and parents were worried for the safety of the students. Officials said they were 33 guards short for the year but would find temporary replacements for slots that could not be filled. Officials also reminded drivers to slow down and encouraged parents review crosswalk safety with their children.

On Monday though, two young brothers, one a kindergartener and the other a 3rd grader, were struck by a car at an unmanned crosswalk on their way to school. KOCO News reports that the boys were crossing the road in front of Fairview Elementary, where they attend, at 7:45 AM when an approaching vehicle hit the boys. They were taken to OU Medical Center where they remain in critical condition. The district said the guard stationed at that corner doesn’t arrive until 8:00 AM.

The Oklahoma Auto Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers urge parents to always supervise young children while crossing the street and review how to properly and safely cross a road. If you or someone you know has been a victim of a car-pedestrian accident, contact J. Colbert Injury Lawyers for a free, initial consultation to help answer any questions you may have regarding the case.

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27
Sep

Tulsa Citizens Urged To Get Flu Vaccinations

September 27, 2011

With the brisk air of fall beginning to blow into the area, the Tulsa Health Department (THD), along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are urging citizens to begin getting their flu shots.

KTUL News reports that this year’s round of vaccinations include the H1N1 virus along with several other strains of influenza which experts said would be prevalent this year. Most individuals will only require one shot; however, children under the age of 9 who have never been vaccinated will require a follow-up booster four weeks later.

Vaccinations are available at the following Tulsa Health Department locations Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.:

The vaccinations will cost $25 for those with private health insurance or those who can afford the shot, though it is free to those on Medicare or who meet certain income requirements.

Early last year, CDC experts  began recommending that everyone six months or older should begin being vaccinated yearly for the disease, especially children and the elderly, who are particularly prone to the virus.

The Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers urge citizens to take advantage of these vaccinations before the beginning of flu season. It’s a decision that will protect you from the yearly winter plague and, at best, may save your life.

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Sep

Oklahoma Driver Killed and Passenger Injured in I-40 Crash

September 20, 2011
Driving and speeding without wearing a seat belt are two of the most common causes of fatalities in car crashes listed by the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA). Both of these factors contributed to the death of a Seminole, Oklahoma, woman when her car veered off the road and flipped early Monday morning.
According to Oklahoma’s 9 News, the woman was traveling on Interstate 40 in Pottawatomie County in her 2002 Ford Explorer just after 2:30 in the morning. Authorities say the vehicle left the roadway for an unknown reason and rolled. Neither the driver nor her passenger were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash and both were thrown from the vehicle. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene from trauma suffered in the crash, while her passenger was taken to OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City to be treated for numerous injuries to her shoulder, neck, back, and leg. Oklahoma State Troopers determined the cause of the crash to be unsafe speed on wet road conditions.
The Oklahoma Auto Accident Attorneys with J.Colbert Injury Lawyers  know that these common contributing factors to fatal accidents are easily controllable by drivers. They say the best way to keep you and your passengers safe is through leading by example. Statistics show that drivers who buckle up are more likely to have passengers who do the same. Following this simple step as well as slowing down could save your life or that of another person on the road.

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