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Determining Fault and Liability in Oklahoma City Car Accidents

By Attorney Ray Maples on October 10, 2012

A key component of pursuing compensation following an Oklahoma City car accident is to determine who was at fault for the crash. Oklahoma law allows victims of car crashes to recover damages if their responsibility for the crash is 49 percent or less. This is why it is crucial that drivers do not admit fault for the crash or discuss the specifics of the collision with an insurance provider without first talking to a skilled Oklahoma City car accident injury lawyer.

There are many factors that will help determine fault and liability for a crash. In some cases, the at-fault driver will face citations for running a red light, speeding, or violating another traffic law. There are many collisions, however, where determining liability can be much more complicated.

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