Oklahoma Personal Injury Law Library TOPIC: What to Do After a Personal Injury

The steps you take after suffering a personal injury will impact your ability to collect compensation for your losses. Personal injury cases can sometimes take years to settle, especially with insurance companies dragging their feet. The speed at which a verdict is reached and the amount of compensation you receive will rely entirely on the evidence you can provide to support your case.

The first step to take after you have sustained a personal injury is to contact your medical provider. You will need to have a thorough examination to determine the full extent of your injuries. Keep records of all the information related to your doctor’s diagnosis and treatment plan, including any information from specialists you may be referred to. This will be essential in determining the financial impact of your injuries.

Also, be sure to thoroughly document the details of the accident by:

• Taking pictures of the accident scene
• Gathering the contact information of witnesses
• Obtaining medical records relating to your injuries

If you are unable to work, provide our Oklahoma personal injury attorneys with information regarding your wages. Lost wages can be compensated in a personal injury lawsuit, but they must be based on your actual earnings. Your doctor’s report should also include information about your ability to return to work. This will be necessary for calculating the long-term financial damages you will face.

In order to properly evaluate the information and evidence in your case, contact Self & Associates today for a free consultation with one of our experienced Oklahoma personal injury attorneys. We can help you determine if you have a valid claim against the negligent party.

In order to establish a personal injury case in Oklahoma, your claim must meet three qualifications:

• Your injuries must be linked to a third party’s actions
• Serious injury, death, and/or financial and emotional damages must be established
• Fault must be established based on intentional or unintentional negligence

How well you document your injury will play a pivotal role in establishing these three qualifications. Taking photos of the accident scene, keeping track of medical records, and having the contact information of any witnesses who were at the scene will also help strengthen your case.

If you live in the state of Oklahoma and have been injured in any type of accident, please contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at Self & Associates today for a free case evaluation.