Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Medical Malpractice Attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa and cities throughout Oklahoma
December, 2023 Update: Medical Malpractice is on the rise here in Oklahoma. If you or a family member has suffered a serious injury, medical complication, or even death as the result of the actions or negligence of any Oklahoma doctor or medical professional, you need an EXPERIENCED Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Lawyer on your side.
Far too many Oklahomans will be seriously injured or lose their life in 2023 because of medical malpractice.
Medical Malpractice occurs when an Oklahoma doctor or healthcare provider does something or fails to do something that deviates from the accepted standards of medical care and as a result causes injury or death to the patient.
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Self & Associates represents Oklahoma medical malpractice and medical negligence victims, with convenient locations in OKC, Tulsa, Midwest City, Edmond, Norman and other cities thoughout the state.
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There is a strict Oklahoma Statute of Limitations relating to medical malpractice and medical negligence , or wrongful death caused by medical malpractice that limits the amount of time you have to file a legal claim.
For over 40 years, Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Lawyer James Self, at Self & Associates has successfully represented and recovered millions of dollars for Oklahoma medical mappractice victims and other personal injury clients.
If you or anyone in your family has been injured or died becuase of the actions or negligence of any Oklahoma medical professional, please contact the Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Law Firm, Self & Associates for a free consultation, or call us right now at the toll-free phone number below.
Most Oklahoma health care providers are good caring people who do their best to do no harm and help their patients receive the best possible medical care -- but mistakes do happen.
Trying to treat too many patients, inattention, fatigue, or distraction can lead to disastrous consequences.
Oklahoma Doctors and other health care providers can cause serious harm to their patients by failing to conduct a thorough physical examination, not obtaining a complete medical history or failing to conduct necessary testing.
If anyone in your family has been seriously injured because of medical malpractice or medical negligence, you need the Best Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Attorney on your side.
With Over 40 Years of Experience, Self & Associates are Medical Malpractice Attorneys who are experienced in each of the different types of Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Cases, including:
Since injuries of all kinds and even death can occur, the victims of medical negligence and their families are often faced with long periods of medical treatment, staggering medical bills, lost wages, pain and emotional distress.
Families of these victims who have unfortunately lost their lives can be faced with medical and burial expenses and the loss of the families financial support.
Representing Oklahoma medical malpractice and medical negligence victims and their families can be a very complex area of legal practice. It demands medical, scientific and legal knowledge. Experts in the medical field, including doctors and nurses are often required to develop the information and evidence necessary to prove who is legally responsible for the serious injuries and financial damages victims incur.
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Questions about Medical Malpractice
What do I need to prove in my medical malpractice case?
There are many different types of medical malpractice cases. Each type varies slightly in what needs to be proven. In most cases, you and Oklahoma City medical malpractice lawyer James Self will need to prove the following:
- Your health care provider was in charge of treating you
- The health care provider acted in a negligent manner
- You suffered a personal injury as a result of the health care provider’s actions
You have a right to compensation if you suffered a personal injury because your healthcare provider failed to properly treat your symptoms. You may not recover compensation if your injuries were not caused by your healthcare provider’s negligent actions. Attorney Self will work with you to prove you were injured and deserve compensation.
How long do I have to file my medical malpractice lawsuit?
The statute of limitations for medical malpractice lawsuits in Oklahoma is two years. The statute of limitations is the specific period of time in which you are allowed to take legal action. You will not be entitled to compensation if you do not file your lawsuit within this time period. Attorney Self will ensure that your lawsuit is filed properly and in the correct amount of time.
What should I do if I believe I have a medical malpractice case?
The first step you should take after you believe you have been injured due to a medical professional is to contact medical malpractice lawyer James Self. Attorney Self will review your case with you in a free case evaluation. He will ask you questions about the care you were given and about your injuries. He will gather all the necessary paperwork and guide you through the legal process.
If you or a loved one has been injured to the negligence of your health care professional, please contact at the experienced medical malpractice lawyers at Self & Associates Personal Injury Law to schedule your initial consultation. We represent clients in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Edmond, Midwest City and Norma, and statewide Oklahoma.
What do I need to prove in my medical malpractice case?
There are many different types of medical malpractice cases. Each type varies slightly in what needs to be proven. In most cases, you and Oklahoma City medical malpractice lawyer James Self will need to prove the following:
- Your health care provider was in charge of treating you
- The health care provider acted in a negligent manner
- You suffered a personal injury as a result of the health care provider’s actions
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At Self and Associates we seek out and locate the experts necessary to best represent Oklahoma medical malpractice victims and their families. With over 35 years of experience in handling medical malpractice, personal injury and wrongful death cases James Self has the knowledge to assist you in navigating this complex area.
For more information, see Questions about Medical Malpractice.
If you or a family member have been injured or killed as the result of medical malpractice or medical negligence of any kind, James Self would like to talk with you. Please contact our Oklahoma City medical malpractice law firm today to schedule a free case evaluation.
Self & Associates is interested in investigating the claims of
medical malpractice victims from cities across the state of Oklahoma, if you'd like to contact us locally about your injury, please use one of the convenient city links below.
