Oklahoma Personal Injury Law Library TOPIC: Questions about Personal Injury

What constitutes personal injury?

A personal injury is any injury you sustain in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. It is possible that you are partially to blame for your accident, but you may still be eligible to file a personal injury claim.

What damages can I seek in a personal injury lawsuit?

Damages in a personal injury lawsuit can include lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. In Oklahoma, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed by the spouse and children of victims who die in accidents as well. These lawsuits can include lost wages, loss of future income, end of life expenses, loss of spousal support, and loss of companionship.

Is personal injury included in a criminal trial?

Personal injury is a part of civil law. Considerations for your damages will not be part of a criminal trial. Even if the responsible party is cleared of criminal charges, they may be found liable for your injuries in a personal injury lawsuit.

What if the responsible party was not intentionally negligent?

Even if the party responsible for your injury was not intentionally negligent, they are liable for all damages they cause. The cause of your injury may have been accidental, but the impact your injury has on your life is far from make believe. You deserve to be compensated for the full extent of your injuries.

Should I accept an insurance settlement, or hire a personal injury attorney?

Insurance settlements are never sufficient to fully cover all of your damages. Only with the help of an experienced Oklahoma personal injury attorney can you be sure you and your family are treated fairly and given the full compensation you are due.

If you have questions about personal injury in the state of Oklahoma, please contact the experienced attorneys at Self & Associates to schedule a free consultation.