Personal Injury
Personal injuries include every variety of injury to a person's body, emotions, or reputation, as contradistinguished from injury to property rights. There are three grounds on which personal injury claims can be brought:
Unlike other types of cases, personal injury law allows victims to recover damages even if they were not directly harmed by the defendant's actions. For example, if a victim is injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, the victim can sue the driver for negligence even though the driver was not personally harmed by the alcohol. This is because personal injury law is designed to protect victims from harm and to hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
Although every personal injury case is unique, there are some general steps that you should take to ensure that you receive the care and compensation you deserve.
First and foremost, it is important to get the medical care you need. Even if you feel your injuries are not severe, it is important to have them evaluated by a medical professional. This will not only ensure that you receive the treatment you need, but it will also create a recordable timeline of your injuries that can be used as evidence in your personal injury case.
Secondly, you should avoid giving a recorded statement to the insurance company. The insurance adjuster may try to get you to give a recorded statement in which you describe the accident and your injuries. It is important to avoid doing this, as anything you say could be used against you later. Instead, direct the insurance adjuster to your lawyer.
Third, you should keep track of any expenses related to the accident, such as medical bills and property damage. Be sure to hang onto any receipts or other documentation that can be used to support these expenses. This will help ensure that you are compensated for all the costs associated with the accident.
Finally, it is important to consult with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after the accident. An experienced lawyer can help investigate your claim, gather evidence, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. If necessary, they can also file a lawsuit on your behalf. By taking these steps, you can help ensure that you receive the care and compensation you need following an accident.
- Negligence is the most common basis for personal injury claims. The basis for liability under negligence stems from an individual’s failures to behave with the level of care that someone of ordinary prudence would have exercised under the same circumstances. For example, a hunter who carelessly shoots his gun towards other people.
- Strict Liability holds a defendant liable for committing an action, regardless of what his/her intent or mental state was when committing the action. For example, if an injury occurs because of a defect in a product, the manufacturer is responsible for that injury even though they did not act negligently or intend for their product to cause harm.
- Intentional Wrongs result from an intentional act of the defendant. Common intentional torts are battery, assault, false imprisonment, trespass to land, trespass to chattels, and intentional infliction of emotional distress
Unlike other types of cases, personal injury law allows victims to recover damages even if they were not directly harmed by the defendant's actions. For example, if a victim is injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, the victim can sue the driver for negligence even though the driver was not personally harmed by the alcohol. This is because personal injury law is designed to protect victims from harm and to hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
- Automobile/Car accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Brain injuries
- Burn injuries
- Defective product injuries
- Dog bite injuries
- Drowning accidents
- Drunk Driving accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip and Fall accidents
- Spinal cord injuries
- Truck accidents
- Workplace injuries
- Wrongful death
- And many more
Although every personal injury case is unique, there are some general steps that you should take to ensure that you receive the care and compensation you deserve.
First and foremost, it is important to get the medical care you need. Even if you feel your injuries are not severe, it is important to have them evaluated by a medical professional. This will not only ensure that you receive the treatment you need, but it will also create a recordable timeline of your injuries that can be used as evidence in your personal injury case.
Secondly, you should avoid giving a recorded statement to the insurance company. The insurance adjuster may try to get you to give a recorded statement in which you describe the accident and your injuries. It is important to avoid doing this, as anything you say could be used against you later. Instead, direct the insurance adjuster to your lawyer.
Third, you should keep track of any expenses related to the accident, such as medical bills and property damage. Be sure to hang onto any receipts or other documentation that can be used to support these expenses. This will help ensure that you are compensated for all the costs associated with the accident.
Finally, it is important to consult with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after the accident. An experienced lawyer can help investigate your claim, gather evidence, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. If necessary, they can also file a lawsuit on your behalf. By taking these steps, you can help ensure that you receive the care and compensation you need following an accident.
Schedule a Consultation in Ponca City or Stillwater, Oklahoma
During your initial consultation, your attorney will:
- Listen to your story and find out what is most important to you in the outcome.
- Answer any questions you may have, including the legal process, our law firm, and legal fees.
- Identify additional documents, information, or research that you may need.
- Inform you of your legal rights under the law.
- Discuss possibilities regarding potential time frames and outcomes of your case.
- Advise you on important steps to take now whether or not you are ready to take legal action.
- Provide information regarding retainers, attorneys fees, and costs.
Legal Representation That Understands Your Needs
Your expectations as a client are high, and we take that very seriously. We promise to deliver exceptional customer service and comprehensive legal advice from our team. We understand that flexibility is needed to solve real-world problems and get you back to business. This client-centered approach ensures efficient, cost-effective, innovative solutions. The collective expertise of Holmes, Yates and Johnson attorneys defines our clients’ experience. When clients work with Homes, Yates and Johnson, they will have a single point of contact throughout the entirety of the case. Our clients can rest assured knowing they will benefit from our collaborative, cross-firm approach to case management. Together, our attorneys bring their cumulative wisdom and expertise to counsel clients in matters ranging from criminal cases to protecting and defending our clients through litigation, subrogation, and tort defense. Read our attorney bios here.
After your initial meeting
Whether clients decide to take legal action or not, most feel very relieved and satisfied when they have information necessary to protect themselves in the present and to make important decisions for their futures. The attorneys at Holmes, Yates and Johnson Law have devoted their time and resources to local communities throughout Oklahoma and Kansas. Our lawyers have extensive experience in all types of cases and are committed to getting you the best possible outcome for your case. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll that an injury can take on a victim and their family, and we will work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact us today for a free consultation. We serve clients in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri and the surrounding areas.