An unexpected injury can leave you facing daily pain, a growing pile of medical bills, and an uncertain future. If someone else’s careless actions caused your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation, but you’ll need skilled legal guidance to help you recover it.
The experienced Oklahoma City and Tulsa personal injury attorneys at Red Dirt Legal fight for people who suffer harm because of someone else’s negligence. We will stand up to the big insurance companies and demand full compensation for your injuries while you focus on recovery. Contact us today to learn more.
A serious injury affects more than your immediate medical bills. It impacts your income, your health, your relationships, your independence, and your overall quality of life. Oklahoma law allows injured people to pursue compensation for all these significant losses.
Our Tulsa and Oklahoma City attorneys may seek compensation for the following on your behalf:
If someone else’s careless or reckless actions cause a fatal accident, surviving family members may pursue wrongful death damages. Compensation in a wrongful death claim can include funeral and burial expenses, loss of companionship, loss of guidance, and loss of financial support.
Every personal injury case is unique and affects victims in different ways. To help you get maximum compensation, we carefully tailor your damages demand to your real-life experience since your injuries occurred. Our methods focus on the client’s needs, not aggressive litigation, but we always prepare thoroughly for trial, just in case.
The steps you take after an accident can protect both your health and your legal rights. If possible, you should:
Insurance companies often contact victims quickly to pressure them into offering recorded statements or accepting quick, lowball offers. Never sign or agree to anything without speaking to a lawyer who understands the true value of your case.
The most important thing to do is seek medical attention immediately. Depending on the nature of your accident, you may want to file a police report, as well as document the accident, collect evidence, and contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, you might have a case. A consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you determine if negligence was likely involved.
In most cases, Oklahoma law gives you two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can permanently bar you from recovering your rightful compensation. However, several exceptions exist that could apply to your case. Contact a lawyer at an experienced personal injury law firm in Tulsa or Oklahoma City as soon as possible to avoid severely limiting your legal options.
Oklahoma follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you are unable to recover damages if you are more than 50% at fault. If you are found to be partially at fault but less than 50%, your damages will be reduced proportionally to your percentage of fault.
While not legally required, a lawyer can greatly improve your chances of recovering fair compensation by navigating legal complexities and negotiating with insurance companies.
Depending on your case, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses. In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded.
Insurance companies often offer settlements that are lower than what you may be entitled to. Before accepting any offer, it’s best to consult with a personal injury attorney to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries and losses.
You should never carry the financial burden of someone else’s negligence. The personal injury attorneys at Red Dirt Legal stand ready to fight for your rights and recover the compensation you deserve. We’re proud to support clients throughout Oklahoma from our offices in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Contact our law firm today for your free consultation.
