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Honoring Your Loved One. Fighting for Justice.

Losing a family member to someone else's negligence is devastating. While nothing can undo that loss, we're here to help your family find answers, hold wrongdoers accountable, and secure your financial future.

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We Understand Your Loss

No amount of money can replace a loved one. But a wrongful death claim can provide your family with financial security, answers about what happened, and the knowledge that you held the responsible parties accountable. We approach every case with the compassion and dedication your family deserves.

For Your Family

We fight to secure your family's financial future during this difficult time.

Finding Answers

Our investigation uncovers the truth about what happened and who is responsible.

Accountability

We hold negligent parties responsible so this doesn't happen to another family.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Wrongful death claims arise when negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct causes a fatal injury. We represent Oklahoma families in all types of cases.

Vehicle Accidents →

Car crashes, truck wrecks, and motorcycle accidents caused by negligent or reckless drivers.

Medical Malpractice →

Fatal errors by doctors, nurses, hospitals, or other healthcare providers.

Workplace Accidents →

Fatal injuries caused by unsafe working conditions, equipment failures, or employer negligence.

Defective Products →

Deaths caused by dangerous or defective consumer products, vehicles, or medications.

Nursing Home Neglect →

Fatal abuse, neglect, or inadequate care in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Criminal Acts →

Deaths resulting from assaults, negligent security, or other violent crimes where a third party bears responsibility.

Oklahoma Wrongful Death Law

Understanding Oklahoma's wrongful death statute is essential to protecting your family's rights.

Who Can File

Under Oklahoma law (12 O.S. § 1053), the personal representative of the deceased's estate files the lawsuit. Damages are distributed to surviving family members—typically the spouse, children, or parents.

Statute of Limitations

Oklahoma generally allows two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Cases involving government entities may have shorter deadlines. Time is critical—contact us immediately.

Proving the Case

You must prove the death was caused by another party's wrongful act, neglect, or default. This requires thorough investigation, expert testimony, and building a compelling case that establishes liability.

Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases

Oklahoma allows surviving family members to recover both economic and non-economic damages. We fight for every penny your family deserves.

Economic Damages

  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Medical bills before death
  • Loss of future income and benefits
  • Loss of inheritance
  • Value of household services

Non-Economic Damages

  • Loss of companionship and consortium
  • Mental anguish and grief
  • Loss of parental guidance (for children)
  • Loss of care and protection
  • Pain and suffering of the deceased

Frequently Asked Questions

Under Oklahoma's wrongful death statute (12 O.S. § 1053), a wrongful death claim arises when a person dies due to the wrongful act, neglect, or default of another. The claim is brought on behalf of the deceased person's surviving family members to recover compensation for their losses.
Oklahoma law specifies that the personal representative of the deceased's estate files the wrongful death lawsuit. However, the damages recovered are distributed to the surviving spouse, children, or parents of the deceased. If none of these exist, the estate may recover for medical and funeral expenses.
Recoverable damages include: funeral and burial expenses, medical bills incurred before death, loss of future income the deceased would have earned, loss of companionship and consortium, mental anguish and grief of surviving family members, and in some cases, punitive damages if the death resulted from gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Oklahoma's statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is two years from the date of death. However, if the death was caused by a government entity or employee, shorter notice deadlines may apply. It's critical to contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your rights.
Oklahoma follows modified comparative negligence rules. You can still recover damages if the deceased was less than 51% at fault, but the recovery will be reduced by their percentage of fault. We work to minimize any fault attributed to your loved one.
Yes. A criminal case and a civil wrongful death case are separate proceedings. You can pursue a wrongful death claim regardless of whether criminal charges are filed, and the standard of proof in civil cases (preponderance of evidence) is lower than in criminal cases (beyond a reasonable doubt).
We handle wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only receive a fee if we recover compensation for your family. We advance all costs of investigation and litigation. If we don't win, you owe us nothing in attorney's fees.

Your Family Deserves Answers.

We provide compassionate, dedicated representation during the most difficult time. Let us help you understand your options and protect your family's future.

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