Oklahoma Personal Injury Attorneys Pursue Compensation for Clients

Aggressive Edmond litigators help victims of motor vehicle accidents and defective product injuries

At Walsh & Franseen, our attorneys have over 75 years of combined experience litigating personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slips and falls, toxic exposures and product-related injuries. We are dedicated to getting injured parties or those who have lost loved ones the compensation they need and deserve. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, we are available to offer experienced guidance and determined advocacy. We are based in Edmond, the fifth most populous city in the state, located in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. We represent clients throughout Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Lincoln, Logan, McClain and Oklahoma Counties.

Experienced personal injury lawyers represent victims of vehicle accidents

If you are hurt in an automobile, motorcycle or trucking accident, our firm can help you recover compensation for any damage to your property, the cost of treatment and rehabilitation as well as other medical expenses, such as any needed prosthetics or in-home services. In cases involving traumatic brain injuries, you may also receive coverage for cognitive therapy. 

What types of injuries do Oklahoma City accident victims suffer?

Accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, each with unique implications for the victim's health and well-being. Here's an overview of some common types:

• Brain injuries can range from mild concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Severe TBIs can result in long-term cognitive impairment, emotional disturbances and physical disabilities, profoundly affecting a person's quality of life.
• Spinal cord injuries involve damage to the spinal cord, which can disrupt communication between the brain and the rest of the body. These injuries can lead to paraplegia (paralysis of the lower body) and quadriplegia (paralysis of all four limbs).
• Back injuries often result from falls, car accidents or heavy lifting. They can affect the vertebrae, muscles and nerves. Common back injuries are herniated discs, fractures and muscle strains.
• Amputations involve the removal of a limb or part of a limb, often due to severe trauma or surgical necessity. These life-altering injuries require significant rehabilitation and adaptation.
• Internal injuries are often caused by blunt force trauma or penetration and can affect internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, spleen, and lungs. Symptoms of these life-threatening injuries might not be immediately apparent, making prompt diagnosis and treatment crucial.
• Burn injuries can be caused by heat, chemicals, electricity or radiation. They range in severity from first-degree (superficial) to third-degree (full-thickness). Severe burns can lead to extensive scarring, disfigurement and functional impairments, requiring long-term medical care.
• Fractures are breaks in bones caused by high-impact trauma or falls. They can range from simple, clean breaks to complex fractures involving multiple bone fragments. Complications can include infection, improper healing, and long-term pain or disability.
• Scarring and disfigurement are types of damage to the skin and underlying tissues. Severe lacerations, burns and surgical procedures can leave permanent scars. Disfigurement can affect a person's appearance and lead to emotional and psychological challenges.
• Vision loss can result from trauma to the eyes or head, leading to partial or complete blindness.
• Hearing loss can occur from head injuries, loud noises, or trauma to the ear structures. 

Each type of injury carries its own set of challenges and requires appropriate medical and therapeutic interventions to support recovery and adaptation.

Accomplished law firm helps clients injured by defective products get justice

Our firm is determined to help you hold businesses accountable for the harm they cause through faulty products and pursue damages for injuries involving:

• Medical devices — Injuries can be caused by defective medical devices, including migration or failure of the device, infection, bleeding, injury to internal organs and many more. If you have suffered such an injury, we can help you file a product liability claim.
• Drugs — When an individual is harmed or killed by defective medication, we help them or their surviving family file a drug liability claim in order to get them compensation.
• Toxic substances — If you or a loved one has been harmed by exposure to a toxic substance, our firm can examine your case and file a toxic tort claim.

These types of cases can be lengthy and complex, but with our help, you can be confident that you have experienced legal counsel by your side every step of the way.

Accomplished law firm handles wrongful death cases

The worst injuries are those resulting in fatalities, either immediately or later on due to complications. Fatal injuries often involve severe trauma to vital organs, catastrophic brain injuries or massive blood loss. The death of a loved one affects families both emotionally and financially. Fortunately, state law allows the deceased’s personal representative — usually a spouse, parent or sibling — to bring a claim for monetary compensation, which can address:

• Pain and suffering caused by the injury prior to death
• Lost income from the deceased if the death had not occurred
• Surviving family’s grief and loss of companionship
• Funeral expenses and medical costs incurred before the victim passed away

Legal relief is also available when someone else’s negligence results in the loss of an unborn child.

In wrongful death cases, our aggressive litigators pursue just and appropriate compensation. In cases involving egregious conduct, you might be awarded punitive damages designed to punish wrongdoing and to deter similar conduct from others in the future.

What damages can you collect after an accident?

By proving negligence or other wrongful conduct, you may be entitled to economic damages, such as for medical costs and for lost income due to missing work. You may also be able to recover damages for pain and suffering, emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life. Measuring such non-economic damages requires skilled research and the use of expert witnesses. 

Do you need a lawyer?

A qualified personal Injury Lawyer can Investigate your accident thoroughly, gather and preserve evidence and locate and interview witnesses. These tasks are critical to establishing the defendants’ fault. An attorney will also make sure that all responsible parties are sued and that all filing deadlines are met. An attorney can deal with insurance companies and defense counsel to protect your rights. By retaining experts to evaluate your injuries and losses, an attorney can also maximize your recovery.

For any type of damages, Oklahoma uses a comparative negligence rule. It means that your damages will be reduced based on your level of fault. Moreover, if you are determined to be more than 49 percent responsible for the accident, you will not be able to collect damages at all.

How much does it cost?

Personal injury lawyers work on a contingent-fee basis. This means the lawyer gets paid only if you receive financial compensation. The lawyer’s fee is a percentage of your recovery, which is agreed upon at the time the lawyer takes the case. There are also courts costs and litigation expenses that are deducted from your settlement or award.

How long do you have to sue in Oklahoma?

Generally, you have two years from the date of your injury to bring a lawsuit. Parents can sue on behalf of an injured child who is below the age of majority. If a person is left mentally incompetent by his or her injuries, the statute of limitations is tolled for seven years or until competence is regained, whichever is sooner. If a person is killed in an accident, their estate personal representative can sue in their behalf. The limitation period in such a case is two years from the date of death.

Contact an experienced Oklahoma personal injury firm for a free consultation

Walsh & Franseen, located in Edmond, serves clients throughout Oklahoma in personal injury matters. To schedule a free consultation, call us at 405-784-6022 or contact us online.