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Personal injury claims arise when an individual suffers harm due to another party’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct. In Oklahoma, various types of accidents and incidents can lead to personal injury claims, each with its own set of legal considerations.
Car Accidents
Car accidents are among the most prevalent types of personal injury claims in Oklahoma, resulting in severe injuries, property damage, and even fatalities.
What should I do if I’m involved in a car accident in Oklahoma?
If you’re involved in a car accident in Oklahoma, prioritize safety. Call 911 if anyone is injured or if there is significant property damage. Exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver(s), gather evidence, seek medical attention, and notify your insurance company.
How can an Oklahoma car accident lawyer help me with my claim?
An experienced Oklahoma car accident lawyer can investigate the accident, identify liable parties, negotiate with insurance companies, calculate your damages, and represent you in court if necessary.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide the appropriate standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient.
What constitutes medical malpractice in Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma, medical malpractice may include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication errors, birth injuries, and failure to obtain informed consent. To prove medical malpractice, you must demonstrate that the healthcare provider’s actions deviated from the accepted standard of care and directly caused your injuries.
How long do I have to file a medical malpractice claim in Oklahoma?
According to Oklahoma Statutes Title 76 § 18, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is generally two years from the date of the incident or discovery of the injury, with some exceptions.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents can happen on public or private property and may result in serious injuries.
What must I prove to win a slip-and-fall case in Oklahoma?
To prevail in an Oklahoma slip and fall claim, you must demonstrate that the property owner owed you a duty of care, breached this duty, and that the breach directly caused your injuries and damages.
What types of compensation can I recover in an Oklahoma slip and fall claim?
In a successful Oklahoma slip and fall claim, you may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability or disfigurement, and in rare cases, punitive damages.
Wrongful Death
When someone’s negligence or wrongful act causes the death of another person, the deceased’s family members may be able to file a wrongful death claim.
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Oklahoma?
According to Oklahoma Statutes Title 12 § 1053, the personal representative of the deceased’s estate is responsible for filing a wrongful death claim on behalf of the deceased’s surviving family members.
What damages are available in an Oklahoma wrongful death case?
Damages in an Oklahoma wrongful death case may include medical and burial expenses, lost income and benefits, pain and suffering endured by the deceased, loss of companionship for surviving family members, and in some cases, punitive damages.
Workplace Accidents
Workplace accidents can lead to serious injuries, disability, and even death. In Oklahoma, most employees are covered by workers’ compensation insurance.
Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury in Oklahoma?
In most cases, you cannot sue your employer directly for a workplace injury in Oklahoma due to the exclusive remedy provision of the workers’ compensation system, with some exceptions.
What benefits are available through Oklahoma’s workers’ compensation system?
Oklahoma’s workers’ compensation system provides benefits such as medical expenses, temporary total disability, permanent partial disability, permanent total disability, and death benefits for surviving family members.
Product Liability
Product liability claims arise when a defective product causes injury or harm to a consumer.
What types of product defects can lead to a product liability claim in Oklahoma?
The three main types of product defects are design defects, manufacturing defects, and warning defects.
How do I prove that a product was defective in an Oklahoma product liability case?
To establish product liability in Oklahoma, you must demonstrate that the product was defective, the defect made the product unreasonably dangerous, the defect existed when the product left the manufacturer’s control, and the defect directly caused your injuries or damages.
Dog Bites
Dog owners in Oklahoma have a responsibility to control their animals and prevent them from causing harm to others.
What is Oklahoma’s law regarding dog bite liability?
Oklahoma follows a “one bite” rule for dog bite liability, meaning that a dog owner may be held liable if they knew or should have known that the dog had dangerous propensities and failed to take reasonable precautions.
What should I do if I’m bitten by a dog in Oklahoma?
If you’re bitten by a dog in Oklahoma, seek medical attention, report the incident to local animal control authorities, gather evidence, and consult with an experienced personal injury attorney.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Nursing home residents in Oklahoma have the right to be treated with dignity and respect and to receive proper care.
What are the signs of nursing home abuse and neglect in Oklahoma?
Signs of nursing home abuse and neglect may include unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior, poor hygiene, malnutrition or dehydration, and overmedication or lack of necessary medication.
How can an Oklahoma nursing home abuse lawyer help me protect my loved one?
An experienced Oklahoma nursing home abuse lawyer can investigate the suspected abuse or neglect, report the incident to the appropriate authorities, pursue legal action, seek compensation for your loved one’s injuries, and ensure that your loved one is moved to a safe environment.
Contact an Experienced Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing in Oklahoma, consult with a skilled personal injury attorney who can help you navigate the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact Hasbrook & Hasbrook today at (405) 605-2426 to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you pursue justice and fair compensation for your injuries.