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Sep

Multi-State Listeria Outbreak Linked To Colorado Melons

September 13, 2011

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in conjunction with the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), are announcing that citizens should refrain from eating cantaloupe grown out of the Rocky Ford, Colorado, area. The agencies say the fruit has been linked to a multi-state outbreak of Listeria.

According to 9 News, the melons have been associated with at least 15 cases of infected individuals in Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico. Although only one case of the bacterial infection has been confirmed in Oklahoma, another six cases are currently under investigation.

Consumers who believe they have come into contact with the tainted fruit can check the label or with the store where it was purchased to determine if it is part of the warnings. If it is, the CDC and OSDH say to throw the fruit away in a sealed bag to ensure pets and other animals will not be exposed.

Listeria bacterium are commonly found in soil, water, and on food, but are easily destroyed when cooked. The bacteria, if left untreated in human cases, can develop into meningitis and become very deadly. Signs of the infection include flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

If you have been harmed by food that is believed to be tainted, the Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers may be able to help you. They may be able to help better explain the rights you may have against those who are responsible for supplying the tainted foods.

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6
Sep

Disappearance Of Two Men At Lake Prompts Safety Concerns

September 6, 2011

The disappearance of two Oklahoma men from Lake Tenkiller in Park Hill, Oklahoma, has prompted citizens to look closer at how to stay safe while on the water throughout the rest of the summer. According to KOCO.com News, an Oklahoma State Highway Patrol spokesperson said the men went missing from a boat at Party Cove.

Authorities said people who were members of the party thought they had gotten onto another boat and became concerned for their safety after several hours without seeing them. A search of the area turned up a float one of the men had been using, but no one was in sight. A dive team has searched for two days with no sign of the men anywhere.

The mysterious disappearance has caused others to become concerned for their own safety while on the water. Officials say the best thing a person can do is to abstain from alcohol while on the water, especially if swimming. Using the buddy system is also advised if swimming in a populated area, such as a cove or pool. Following these two rules will help ensure you are aware of your surroundings and that of others in your party.

The Oklahoma Boat Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers say if you are hurt in a boating accident while on the water, contact them immediately! They may be able to help answer any questions you may have about your case by filling out a free and quick online consultation form.

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Aug

Priest and Student Killed In Tulsa Car Crash

August 30, 2011

A woman who may have been involved in a shootout at a convenience store is responsible for an accident that killed a local priest and seminary student. News On 6 reported earlier, a Catholic mass was held today honoring the two men.

Authorities say the accident happened on August 21, when a car with bullet holes up and down the side sped through a red light at a busy intersection of 36th Street North and North Cincinnati Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Police believe the woman driving the car may have been fleeing the scene of a shootout at a nearby convenience store, when she ran the light in a White Chevy Impala and slammed into a Nissan Altima driven by the priest. The collision caused the cars to crash into a Red Mustang stopped at the red light. No one in the Mustang was injured in the accident; however, the woman driving the Impala had to be transported to a nearby hospital and was listed in serious condition upon arrival. The 32-year-old priest and seminary student of the same age were declared dead at the scene when medical personnel arrived.

Being responsible fro the death of another human being is as simple as running a red light. If you have lost a loved one because of another person’s negligence, contact the Oklahoma Wrongful Death Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers. Their experienced team may be able to help you hold those responsible for your loss accountable.

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Aug

Oklahoma Rail Yard Worker Killed In Accident

August 23, 2011

A railroad yard employee was killed earlier this month after a collision between the all-terrain-vehicle she was riding and a rolling flat car in the yard. NewsOn6.com reported the accident occurred in the early morning hours of August 4 in west Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The 39-year-old employee was being transported across the yard on the ATV when they came to a track crossing in the BNSF Cherokee yard. Investigators with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol say the unmanned flatcar was rolling along the track into a lineup of cars being attached to another train. For an unknown reason, the driver of the ATV did not see the train car coming and the two collided. Rescuers worked for nearly two hours to free the woman from the wreckage, but were unable to save her. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim’s co–workers were shocked by the tragic loss because of the woman’s impeccable safety record. Her manager stated, “This was a tragic accident and is a shock to our employees and company. She was a very prominent figure and a valuable employee to Tulsa, with her hand in every safety organization and with the union.”

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Aug

Three Injured in Two-Car Crash Near Fort Gibson

August 16, 2011

A relaxing afternoon drive almost turned deadly for three people who were injured last Thursday in a two-car collision near Fort Gibson. The Muskogee Phoenix reported the incident occurred around 5:00 PM at the intersection of 2 Mile Road and US 62.

Oklahoma Highway Patrol spokesperson Trooper Ron Watson stated a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu driven by a 24-year-old woman was cruising southbound on 2 Mile Road, crossing through the intersection with US 62. Before she could clear the intersection, a 1994 Mazda driven by a 47-year-old man, heading east on US 62, smashed into the front passenger side of the Malibu. The male passenger in the front seat of the Malibu was severely injured and had to be transported to an area hospital by helicopter, while the drivers of both vehicles were taken to Talequah City Hospital by ambulance for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Investigators say all victims were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash, and airbags deployed in both vehicles. These two safety features combined may have saved the victims’ lives. The National Highway Safety and Traffic Administration (NHTSA) reported that between 2004 and 2008, seat belts saved an estimated 75,000 lives and say use of seat belts along with proper deployment of airbags can exponentially increase chances of survival in a crash.

The Oklahoma Auto Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers encourage you to contact them immediately if you have been injured in a car crash that was no fault of your own. They may be able to help you reach a settlement involving compensation for numerous types of losses.

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Aug

Train Collides with Car on Tracks in Moore, Oklahoma

August 9, 2011

Simple physics tells us that the larger and heavier a vehicle is, the more damage it will cause in a collision. That’s why, when a train and a car collide, the outcome usually isn’t favorable for the car or its occupants. A man in Moore, Oklahoma, defied odds Monday after his car was struck by a train at a railroad crossing.

News Channel 4 reports that the collision occurred around 11:00 AM at the track crossing near the intersection of Santa Fe and Main. According to the train’s conductor and other witnesses, the driver of the vehicle attempted to maneuver through the cross-arm barriers that had dropped as the train approached. The train smashed into the vehicle’s passenger side and wrapped the car around the front end of the train. The driver was transported to the local hospital in critical condition.

Moore Police Department spokesperson Sgt. Jeremy Lewis stated that once the crossing arms at a train intersection drop, all traffic must stop, for the safety of both those aboard the train and in the car. Because cross-arm barriers and lights at train intersections sometimes fail to work for numerous reasons, extra precaution should always be taken while driving through a track crossing. Drivers should roll down windows and listen as well as look for oncoming trains.

The Oklahoma Train Accident Attorneys with J. Colbert Injury Lawyers encourage drivers to exercise caution at railroad track crossings. Contact them immediately if you have been injured in a collision with a train.

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Aug

Three Oklahoma City Firefighters Injured on the Job

August 2, 2011

Three Oklahoma City firefighters were hospitalized for burns and heat exhaustion they suffered after battling a blaze that burned more than 80 acres. As reported by newsok.com, the fire started near SW119 and Mustang Road around 2:15 PM on Monday, burning a barn and threatening several homes in the area before being extinguished. Around 40 Oklahoma City firefighters were on the scene, along with members of nine other area departments, and battled the blaze for over five hours. Paramedics remained on the scene the entire time to evaluate firefighters’ conditions and ensure they didn’t suffer heat-related illness. Three Oklahoma City firefighters were transported to area hospitals; two were treated for heat exhaustion, while the third was treated for second degree burns to his hands and arms.

Oklahoma City fire Battalion Chief, Brian Stanaland, stated that he tries to make sure all the firefighters stay hydrated on and off the job by insisting they drink plenty of water the day before reporting for duty. He says, “Even the day before they come on duty, we’re getting them to hydrate the day before. If we see any signs of heat illness, we evaluate them immediately and transport them to the hospital if necessary.”

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28
Jul

Teens involved in Oklahoma auto accident

July 28, 2011

An Oklahoma auto accident has left a teen in critical condition, according to kxii.com.

A 14-year-old girl was driving a car when she ran off the road and struck a tree in the Oklahoma auto accident. Though the 14-year-old only sustained minor injuries in the Oklahoma auto accident, a passenger in the car, a 17-year-old male teen, had to be transported by air to a hospital.

Law enforcement officials believe speed may have played a role in the Oklahoma auto accident.

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Why do you think the 17-year-old let the 14-year-old drive the vehicle? How often do you think underage drivers operate a vehicle without their parents knowing?

If you or someone you know has suffered an Oklahoma  auto accident, the Oklahoma auto accident lawyers at J. Colbert Injury Lawyers can help.

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Jul

Man not pleased with response time to Oklahoma City auto accident

July 21, 2011

A man whose wife was involved in an Oklahoma City auto accident believes the response time was not acceptable.

His wife was on her way to work when she was hit by another vehicle, rolling her car several times during the Oklahoma City auto accident.

A witness to the Oklahoma City auto accident called 911, and it took responders 10 minutes to get to the woman.

According to kfor.com, the woman put in the call as a non-injury Oklahoma City auto accident.

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How often do you think 911 responders should receive updated training? Are you satisfied with 911 response time in your area?

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Jul

Woman dies in Oklahoma auto accident after driving into lake

July 14, 2011

A 95-year-old was involved in an Oklahoma auto accident, according to newsok.com.

The woman was speeding when she struck a gate and went into a lake during the Oklahoma auto accident.

Two people who witnessed the Oklahoma auto accident dove into the lake to save her but couldn’t get her out of the vehicle.

Law enforcement officials said she was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the Oklahoma auto accident, which was related to medical reasons.

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Do you think driver’s licenses should be taken away from some drivers after a certain age, or would that be discriminatory?

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