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Since 1974, Lawter & Associates, PLLC has been dedicated to helping injury victims throughout Oklahoma get the justice they deserve. When you or a loved one is hurt in an accident due to negligence and you need help getting appropriate compensation for your damages, you can trust our attorneys to protect your rights and fight for every dollar that you're entitled to.
Lawter Law Blog
4d ago
About 10 percent of OK crashes involve a distracted driver Oklahoma is taking a strong stance on road safety by addressing a major cause of distracted driving: cell phones. The state is proposing an upgrade to Senate Bill 1347, making it illegal for drivers to hold their phones while operating a vehicle. This enhancement aims ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
1M ago
Commercial truck accidents in Oklahoma and across the U.S. often result in severe and debilitating injuries. This is because semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, dump trucks, and other large commercial vehicles are much bigger than passenger cars on the road. And when it comes to truck accident injuries, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
2M ago
Why do so many car accidents happen on this Oklahoma highway? The most dangerous highway in Oklahoma is US Route 69, according to a recent nationwide study conducted by Car Insurance Comparison, which ranked the most dangerous highways in every state nationwide. "While drivers should always be alert when they get behind the wheel, certain ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
3M ago
Some simple fixes can lead to safer roads. This probably won't come as any surprise, but there are a lot of people who have bad driving habits out on the road. The problem is that these bad driving habits often lead to car accidents that leave people hurt. More than half of survey respondents in ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
5M ago
Crashes involving teen drivers are common. Oklahoma is taking proactive measures to prioritize the safety of teenage drivers with the introduction of a groundbreaking law. This innovative legislation marks the first of its kind and centers around a mandatory course on work zone safety. Recognizing the alarming accident rates involving young drivers, particularly within these ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
6M ago
According to estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic fatalities fell by 3.3% in the first half of this year – but are still much higher than before the pandemic. Through June, 19,515 people were killed in traffic crashes throughout the country, the NHTSA said. That's down from 20,190 during the same ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
7M ago
Oklahoma experiences numerous car accidents leading to severe injuries, with concussions ranking high on the list. A concussion, categorized as a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), occurs when the brain collides with the interior of the skull or experiences significant shaking. Car accidents frequently result in concussions due to the high speeds and tremendous forces ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
9M ago
Grant seeks to make streets safe for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. The United States has recently reached a sobering milestone: the highest number of fatal pedestrian accidents in the past four decades. This alarming trend underscores the pressing need for comprehensive safety measures, a concern echoed by cities like Oklahoma City where measures are underway ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
9M ago
Last year witnessed a concerning surge in pedestrian deaths, reaching the highest single-year total in over four decades, as revealed by a recent traffic safety study conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). The study not only highlights this alarming statistic but also emphasizes the urgent need for collective responsibility in ensuring the safety ..read more
Lawter Law Blog
1y ago
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month May is the unofficial start of riding season for motorcycle enthusiasts. That makes this month a good time to remind drivers how to safely share the road with bikers and raise awareness about the high number of fatal motorcycle accidents on our nation's roads and highways. About 3 ..read more