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Proving fault in an Oklahoma car accident case usually requires showing that the other driver was negligent in some way. This means showing that they owed you a duty of care on the road, that they breached that duty through some form of negligent behavior, and that their actions directly caused the accident and…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Oklahoma, the success of your claim could come down to the evidence behind it. Insurance companies don’t just take your word for what happened and will conduct an investigation to determine who they believe is liable and for how much. The more evidence you have…

Oklahoma follows a modified comparative negligence standard under 23 O.S. § 24, which means you can still recover compensation after an accident even if you were partially at fault. However, there is a limit to this law. If your share of the blame reaches 51% or more, you lose the right to recover anything…

The average car accident settlement in Oklahoma varies significantly, ranging anywhere from the thousands of dollars to the millions in some cases. The amount you ultimately receive depends entirely on the specific facts of your case, including how serious your injuries are, how much insurance coverage is available, and how clearly fault can be…

Wrongful death settlements in Oklahoma are paid to the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate. That person then divides the money among surviving family members, such as a spouse and children. The payout can come as a lump sum (all at once) or through structured payments made over time. Before any funds are distributed,…

Have you lost a loved one because of someone else’s actions in Tulsa, Oklahoma? Choosing the best wrongful death lawyer in Tulsa starts with finding a lawyer who has the experience and resources necessary to handle complex cases like these. Look for an attorney with a proven track record of success in wrongful death claims,…

When someone passes away because of another person’s negligence, Oklahoma law allows family members to seek compensation through either a wrongful death claim or a survival action. While these terms are often used together, they are not exactly the same. The main difference lies in who benefits from the claim and what types of…

To file a wrongful death claim in Oklahoma, the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate must file a civil lawsuit against the responsible party, generally within two years of the date of death. This lawsuit seeks compensation for both the estate and surviving family members for their financial and emotional losses. If the…

Having a pre-existing condition does not automatically prevent you from recovering compensation in an Oklahoma personal injury claim. You can still potentially seek damages so long as someone else’s negligence caused you harm. However, insurance companies often try to use prior medical issues to reduce their liability. Oklahoma law allows recovery for the aggravation…

In most cases, personal injury settlements in Oklahoma are not taxable, at least the portions that compensate you for physical injuries. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) generally excludes these amounts from taxable income because they’re meant to make you whole, not serve as profit.  However, some parts of a settlement can be taxable, such as…