Understanding Oklahoma’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims

Accidents that lead to physical bodily harm happen all the time, and then, of course, not everyone will be injured as a result of another party’s negligence. Though, when recklessness or errors are made by one party, and those missteps are what cause harm to another person, then the person who was injured may be able to take legal action to obtain financial compensation. A person who is injured by another’s negligence may have suffered several damages, such as physical bodily harm that required costly medical treatment, time away from work, property destruction, and more. A personal injury claim is a civil action that is meant to help victims in these situations recover monetary compensation for their losses.

There are several rules to follow when filing a personal injury claim, and anything can happen that can hold a claim up or make it more complicated. Victims that are injured by the negligence of others could best protect themselves by speaking with an attorney who knows tort law. For individuals injured in Oklahoma, the Oklahoma personal injury attorneys at the Putnam Law Office are ready and prepared to help by providing legal guidance and representation. 

How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Oklahoma?

So, you are ready to file a personal injury claim? Ok, well, it’s best not to wait to do so because you only have a limited amount of time that you will be able to secure recovery. That is because every state in the nation puts a defined amount of time for how long a victim has to take legal action. This time period is known as the statute of limitations. 

Oklahoma’s statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is two years from when the injury accident happened. A personal injury claim may be filed after any type of personal injury event like a slip-and-fall accident, a car crash, a motorcycle accident, a truck accident, medical malpractice event, or a defective product incident.

While most injured parties will only have two years to file a claim, in certain situations, the statute of limitations could be longer. For example, a minor individual under the age of 18 or a person that is deemed incapacitated under the law may have more time.

It is essential to consult with an attorney after a personal injury event to understand what the rules are and how long you have to file a claim. A good rule of thumb is to start the processes as soon as possible to avoid any issues that could bar the ability to receive compensation. One problem that could result in the loss of your ability to obtain compensation would be not filing your claim by the statute of limitations.

Speak with an Attorney at the Putnam Law Office

An attorney can help you with your claim after an unintentional injury accident. If you were harmed by another party, please call the Oklahoma personal injury attorneys at the Putnam Law Office at (405) 849-9149 to schedule a free consultation.