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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…

The value of your personal injury claim in Oklahoma depends on several key factors, including the severity of your injuries, your financial losses, and whether you share any fault for the accident. Most successful claims include both economic damages (such as medical bills and lost wages) and non-economic damages (like pain and suffering).  While…

Choosing the right personal injury lawyer in Oklahoma can make the difference between a fair settlement and walking away with far less than you deserve. The best attorney will have the experience, resources, and commitment to guide you through every stage of your claim. Here’s how to find the right lawyer for your case…

Filing a personal injury claim in Oklahoma can feel impossible when you’re still recovering from your injuries. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Tulsa or another incident, understanding the steps in the claims process can help protect your right to fair compensation. Here’s what you need to know about how to…

A personal injury settlement agreement is a legally binding contract between an injured party (the plaintiff) and the at-fault party or their insurance company (the defendant). In exchange for receiving payment, the injured person agrees to release the other party from any further liability for the accident. Once you sign the agreement, you cannot…

Compensation for a personal injury is money provided to the victim to cover their financial, emotional, and physical losses caused by the negligence of another person. The objective of personal injury compensation is to make the victim whole again, which may not always be possible in terms of those suffering serious injury and loss….

For families grieving the loss of a loved one, there is absolutely nothing that can make it any easier to navigate. Yet, you need to know your rights to get your family member justice. What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Oklahoma, and what does it mean to you? For most…

Wrongful death occurs when a person or business is negligent in such a way that it causes another person to lose their life. Proving wrongful death is complex and often best done with the help of an attorney. One of the most common questions after such a loss relates to who can file a…

A person suffering a pedestrian accident, meaning they were hit by a vehicle, likely has serious injuries, financial losses, and emotional turmoil. With these incredibly challenging losses, it is critical that you have a legal team ready to fight for you. Why do you need an attorney after a pedestrian accident? Your losses are…