Tulsa Wrongful Death Lawyer

Find Closure and Justice After a Tragedy

An unexpected death of a loved one is difficult to handle, especially if someone else’s negligence caused it. We at DM Injury Law understand how challenging this time can be, which is why we are here to help you through it. 

If a loved one died because of someone else’s actions, tell our Tulsa wrongful death lawyers your story over a free consultation. We are a non-contingency firm, which means you will only pay us if we win your case. 

Here are some successful case results for past wrongful death cases: 

• $11,000,000: Our client’s son was in a company truck when another driver fell asleep and swerved into the company truck, killing our client’s son. 
• $4,200,000: Our client’s loved one’s truck broke down as he was pulling off to the side of the road. He was pinned between two vehicles and killed. 
• $3,500,000: Our client’s son was in a car traveling to football practice when another driver crossed into the center lane. 

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Oklahoma? 

The circumstances of who can file a wrongful death claim in Oklahoma depend on whether the deceased person left a will or trust and if they named a personal representative. 

• Personal Representative: If the deceased left a will, this is the person named in it. Without a will, the court appoints a representative, often a close family member like a spouse, adult child, or parent. 
• Surviving Spouse: If there’s no personal representative, the spouse can file the claim. 
• Next of Kin: If no spouse survives, the closest family member may file the lawsuit. 
• Dependents: Individuals who relied financially on the deceased may have the right to file. 
• Minors: Children who lose a parent or guardian can file through their legal guardian or representative. 

Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations in Oklahoma 

In Tulsa, a lawsuit would need to be filed within 2 years from the date of death in accordance with Oklahoma’s statute of limitations. You’ll be unable to recover damages or file a claim past this timeframe. 

Speak to a Tulsa wrongful death attorney to get started on filing your claim.

What Damages Can I Seek After a Wrongful Death? 

After the wrongful death of a loved one, you have the ability to seek a settlement for both economic and non-economic damages. 

Economic Damages 

Economic damages cover losses with concrete prices, including: 

• Medical bills 
• Rehab and therapy 
• Long-term care 
• Lost income 
• Property damage 
• Funeral and burial costs 

Non-Economic Damages 

Non-economic damages account for losses that are more difficult to calculate, such as: 

• Pain and suffering 
• Loss of companionship 
• PTSD 
• Loss of independence 
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Common Causes of Wrongful Deaths 

There are many ways a person can unexpectedly die from someone else’s negligence. Some of the most common causes of wrongful deaths in Oklahoma include: 

• Car accidents 
• Truck accidents 
• Motorcycle accidents 
• Surgical errors 
• Slip and fall on someone else’s premises 
• Oil and gas accidents 

If your loved one passed away from any of these accidents, contact our wrongful death law firm in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to set up a free consultation.

DM Injury Law Is Committed to Your Family 

If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a wrongful death tragedy, don’t wait. Get in touch with a Tulsa wrongful death attorney at DM Injury Law and we’ll help you handle the tough challenges so you’re able to properly focus on healing from your experience.  

We’ve secured multi-million-dollar recoveries in wrongful death cases and take personal care to treat every client like a member of our own family. Reach out to our team today to get started with a free consultation. Our team understands how difficult times like this can be and stands by our statement that we don’t get paid unless you do. 

Past results obtained on behalf of clients afford no guarantee of future results, and every case is different and must be judged based on its own merits.