Every year, thousands of people in Oklahoma are injured in automotive collisions, and hundreds lose their lives. The Tulsa accident attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC help accident victims and surviving family members receive compensation for their suffering. Our auto accident attorneys fight diligently for the rights of accident victims and have a proven record of quality legal assistance.
In Tulsa County alone, over 8,000 people were injured or killed in an automobile accident in 2008. These accidents usually occur as the result of the negligence of one or more of the drivers involved. A motorist may be driving at an unsafe speed, may fail to use proper caution or watch for other drivers, or may be distracted. In fact, in Oklahoma in 2008, there were 13 fatal crashes and 661 injury crashes caused by drivers who were distracted by electronic devices inside their car, including cell phones, pagers, PDAs, and navigation systems. Other causes of accidents include reckless driving, failure to stop at a red light or stop sign, failure to yield and driving under the influence. If you are injured in a wreck caused by a negligent, careless, reckless, or distracted driver, you are entitled to be compensated for your injuries, your suffering, and any financial loss caused by the accident. The experienced Tulsa auto accident attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC will work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve.
Even if you are involved in an accident with an uninsured Tulsa motorist, you may be able to receive reparation for injuries. Although the other party may not have liability insurance, other insurance may still be available. If you have purchased uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, a recovery may be available for any injury you have received. In addition, the personal injury lawyers at Lawter & Associates, PLLC have the experience to help you find potential causes of action against parties not initially known. For example, you may have a case against an individual's employer if he or she was working at the time of the collision. Our Tulsa attorneys will review your case and determine what recovery can be made.
If you are involved in a car wreck in Tulsa, be sure to report the accident immediately. Even if you do not think you have been injured, contact police and file a report. Often, the insurance companies will refuse a claim if a report was not filed. Also, after a collision, the initial shock of the crash might mask any pain from auto injuries. In fact, symptoms of whiplash may not occur for hours, or even days, after the injury occurs. Seek medical treatment for any injuries you incur, and make sure the doctor's report states how the injury occurred. Documentation from the Tulsa police and from a medical professional will help substantiate your claim. Your lawyers will be able to use these documents to fight for compensation for your injuries and medical care.
Tulsa automotive accident cases can be complex, and you need competent lawyers to assist you. Your case will go more smoothly if you provide us with the following information:
- Copies of your medical bills
- Names of all medical care providers you visit
- All estimates you obtain for car repair
- Any photographs of damage to your car and your bodily injuries
- A copy of your vehicle insurance policy
- The name, address and policy number of your health insurance company
The attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC are committed to getting Tulsa victims the compensation they deserve. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys guarantee their fees will never exceed your settlement.