A motorist was killed earlier this month when their vehicle ran off a bridge on West Memorial Road and landed on Lake Hefner Parkway beneath, near where it meets the John Kilpatrick Turnpike. This accident on the turnpike follows another fatal crash in June 2023, which left one person dead and four others injured.
Fatal Car Accident Near John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Law enforcement determined that the car appeared to go over the wall on the bridge on West Memorial Road, hit another concrete section, and then land on Lake Hefner Parkway. The force of the impact ejected the engine from the vehicle. A witness reported she did not know what caused the car to crash. The driver was killed in the accident.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Oklahoma
If you are ever involved in an Oklahoma car accident, consider taking the following steps after the crash:
- Gather evidence –The police will investigate the accident and prepare a standard crash report that may be helpful in your case. You can also provide your attorney with some preliminary information that may be critical to your case. Take pictures of the vehicles and the location of the accident, and be sure to provide them with the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses you spoke to at the accident scene.
- Seek follow-up treatment –Not all car accident injuries are immediately evident, so visit your primary care physician or a medical provider at an urgent care facility a few days after the accident. Tell them that you were involved in a motor vehicle accident so they will evaluate you for any internal or soft tissue injuries.
- Keep a file –Collect and keep all documentation related to the accident, including any medical records and bills you receive, witness contact information, the police report if you obtain it, and copies of any photographs you took at the accident scene.
- Contact your insurance company– Your auto policy probably contains a notice provision requiring you to notify your insurance company about the accident as soon as possible. You can also retain a lawyer who can assist you by communicating with all insurance companies involved and conducting the necessary negotiations to resolve your claim.
- Contact a personal injury attorney –By hiring an experienced car accident lawyer immediately after an accident, you can be confident you have an experienced advocate to help you navigate the legal process and seek maximum compensation.
Damages You Can Recover After a Serious Car Accident
The type and amount of compensation you can pursue after a serious car accident depends on the nature and extent of your injuries and losses and may include money for your:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Loss of future earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Mental distress
- Loss of consortium for your spouse
Contact Our Oklahoma Car Accident Attorneys to Learn More
If you were in an Oklahoma wreck, call the personal injury attorneys at Ryan Bisher Ryan and Simons today. We offer the knowledge and experience we have gleaned over decades in practice, and we are dedicated to helping our clients recover the maximum compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation and learn how we can pursue fair money for your injuries and financial losses.
We are Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons, a legal firm that, for decades, has been fighting for the rights of hardworking Oklahoma residents. Our mission is to hold the powerful accountable.
