- DUI/DWIA large verdict in a drunk driving case, for example, can send a message that drinking and driving is unacceptable on our roads. The same idea applies for any type of careless or reckless behavior that causes injury or death. We don’t just work in Oklahoma. We live here and believe in doing what we can to improve the quality of life for our neighbors.
- Wrongful DeathKnowing what to do after an accident in Oklahoma can be overwhelming, whether it's on the road, at work or at a business. That's why it's critical you have someone on your side with years of experience handling complicated accidents involving personal injury and wrongful death. As a special service, Lawter & Associates, PLLC, created content designed to educate injury victims about a wide range of topics. We know what we're talking about because we've been doing this work for more than 40 years.
- Traffic ViolationsSpeeding – Speeding remains one of the leading causes of motorcycle accidents. When someone drives too fast, they often don't have time to stop, resulting in a serious high-speed crash.
- Hit and Run€œPhantoms†and hit and runs — A phantom driver is a car, truck, motorcycle, or other vehicle operator that causes damage and takes off – whether a hit-and-run or someone who forces another vehicle to swerve or veer off the road. The law says that you must report a crash causing significant property damage or bodily injury. You are also not allowed to leave the scene of an accident where there are injuries until the police arrive. An exception to this rule is if you need to leave to get emergency medical attention.
- Workers CompensationHelping people resolve complicated legal issues drives everyone at Lawter & Associates, PLLC, to work hard every day. So whether you've been injured in a car accident or need help with your workers' compensation case, you can rely on us to make things right.
- Premises Liability
- Property DamageUnderinsured or uninsured motorists — Oklahoma requires drivers to purchase $25,000 worth of insurance to cover bodily injuries ($50,000 per accident) and $25,000 for property damage. With the cost of overnight hospital stays at places like Oklahoma City’s OU Health or Mercy Hospital averaging a few thousand dollars, the minimum insurance often isn’t enough.
- Personal InjuryAccidents can happen fast, but the consequences can last for weeks, months or even years. Don't be caught off guard. Get an experienced Oklahoma City personal injury lawyer you can count on in a crisis: Lawter & Associates, PLLC.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilityIf you sustain a serious injury or illness and you cannot work for weeks or months at a time, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. The federal government created this program - sometimes known as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) - to help people with long-term injuries and illnesses.
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