An Oklahoma car crash can wreak havoc on your life. The Oklahoma City car accident lawyers at Cain Law can file a car wreck claim on your behalf to help you recover the money you need for your crash-related expenses and to compensate for your pain. We’ll handle all the legal work while you heal and rest.
Our Oklahoma car crash lawyers have recovered $100 million for our clients. Call for a free consultation to learn about your legal options for recovering financial compensation for your car collision-related injuries and losses.
About Our Oklahoma City Car Accident Lawyer
At Cain Law, our dedicated Oklahoma car accident attorneys have over 100 years of experience recovering maximum compensation for injured victims.
Founder Monty Cain’s outstanding service to clients has earned him recognition from The National Trial Lawyers Association. Attorney Cain has been named as Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Top 25 Motor Vehicle Lawyer, Top 10 Trucking Lawyer, and Top 25 Brain Injury Lawyer. He has also been selected to Super Lawyers, a distinction reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys in Oklahoma. His significant results in car wreck and other motor vehicle crash cases has earned him a spot in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
No achievement is as meaningful to Attorney Cain as the $100 million he has recovered for his clients. These funds have served as life-changing compensation to people after they have endured serious injuries and losses due to someone else’s negligence.
Our law firm’s commitment to you goes beyond financial recovery. We also go above and beyond to connect you with the medical providers you need to get your life back on track. Next, we review your medical treatment and determine if you need to see medical and vocational experts to assess your future medical and loss of earnings capacity to maximize your financial recovery.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Whether you are in Oklahoma City, Midwest City, Del City, Yukon, Mustang, Edmond, Moore, Shawnee, Guthrie, El Reno, Chickasha, or the surrounding areas, our personal injury attorneys can meet with you right away.
Why Do You Need a Lawyer After a Car Wreck
Many of the injured clients we work with have never been in this situation before. They do not consider themselves “the type to sue,” yet they can’t afford to accept a lowball car accident settlement offer from the insurance companies. Insurance companies have a team of lawyers and adjusters experienced in minimizing compensation paid to Oklahomans injured in motor vehicle wrecks. To obtain maximum compensation, you need an experienced attorney and support staff like Cain Law on your TEAM.
Based on our over 100 years of experience as personal injury attorneys, we know the pressures you are facing today. Plus, we can talk to you about what challenges you may face in the future after being seriously injured in an Oklahoma City car wreck.
During this difficult time, it is important that you have a good grasp of the true damages you have suffered and are ready to negotiate from the strongest position possible. That’s where we come in.
How Our Oklahoma City Car Wreck Attorney Can Help You
When you hire an Oklahoma car accident attorney from Cain Law, you can count on us to:
- Investigate your car wreck and identify who is legally liable for the crash and your injuries. This is likely to be the other driver, but depending on the circumstances of your collision, multiple parties may be involved.
- Locate all insurance policies providing coverage applicable to your situation and injuries, whether held by liable parties or you.
- Connect you to medical providers who are qualified to evaluate and treat people injured in motor vehicle crashes.
- Obtain your medical records and have them reviewed by experts to determine the full extent of your car accident injuries and your recovery prognosis.
- Account for all of your past, current, and projected costs and losses caused by the car wreck allowed under Oklahoma laws. Particularly if you have disabling injuries, we will work with medical, vocational, and economic consultants, as necessary, to determine your likely medical expenses and/or life care needs in the years ahead and how your injuries will cost you income due to diminished earning capacity.
- File insurance claims with the appropriate insurance companies and negotiate for maximum compensation and prompt traffic collision settlements.
- File a car accident lawsuit to seek compensation from the at-fault driver when a settlement cannot be reached. Keep in mind that, though individuals may be named in lawsuits, almost all money recovered in such a suit is paid through liability insurance.
- Fight relentlessly and aggressively for maximum settlements even as the lawsuit moves forward. Once a lawsuit is filed, information obtained from opposing parties during discovery often makes settlement negotiations more fruitful as evidence begins to paint a picture of what really happened and why.
- Present a strong and comprehensive case in court, if required. Most personal injury claims can be settled outside of court, but if that is not possible, our lawyers will be well prepared to take your case before the judge and jury.
What Are Common Types of Car Accidents in Oklahoma?
Recent Oklahoma crash statistics from the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office indicate that auto wrecks impact tens of thousands of people every year. Some of the most common car accident cases our experienced attorneys handle include:
Rear-end collisions occur when one vehicle crashes into the back of another. These accidents frequently happen in heavy traffic or at stoplights. They can cause significant damage to both vehicles and lead to an array of orthopedic injuries, such as whiplash, back, spinal disc, shoulder, and knee injuries for the vehicle occupants. Sometimes these injuries are severe and require long-term treatment and even surgery.
A T-bone crash happens when the front of one car strikes the side of another. These are frequent intersection crashes and are especially likely when a driver runs a red light or stop sign.
When two vehicles traveling in the same direction make contact with each other, they’ve been in a sideswipe collision. This can happen during lane changes or when a driver drifts into another lane.
Head-on collisions are some of the most dangerous types of motor vehicle crashes that occur in Oklahoma City. They happen when the front ends of two vehicles collide. The high impact force of a head-on car crash can result in severe injuries or fatalities for occupants in either vehicle.
Multi-vehicle pile-ups involve three or more cars and usually occur on highways or freeways. These crashes can start with a single collision, but other vehicles become involved as drivers fail to stop in time. These cases often involve issues of comparative negligence and insurance claims filed against multiple parties.
When a driver involved in a crash leaves the scene without providing contact information or assisting injured drivers or passengers, it is classified as a hit and run crash. These incidents can complicate the process of getting fair compensation for losses and injuries since the responsible party is unknown and may not be found. Our law office can help you file a personal injury claim if an underinsured or uninsured driver injured you.
Collisions in highway construction zones may be caused by narrowed lanes, sudden stops, and confusing signs. Drivers must exercise extreme caution in these areas. Any error or distraction, such as workers or active heavy equipment, can lead to a collision and bodily injury. In these cases, the team at Cain Law investigates whether construction companies and construction signage companies can be held liable for failing to properly warn motorists of the construction zone.
Common Causes of Car Wrecks
While no two car crashes in Oklahoma City, OK are the same, the common element in most crashes is negligence or carelessness by one of the drivers involved in the collision or another party. Additionally, some motor vehicle crashes are caused by what we term aggravated liability and increase the value of your claim. In cases of aggravated liability, the attorneys at Cain Law relentlessly and aggressively pursue increased compensation for your injuries and damage claim. Some of the most common causes of Oklahoma car crashes include:
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car crashes. Distractions include activities like texting, talking on the phone, eating, or using in-car technologies. When a driver’s attention, eyes, or hands shift from the road, even for a few seconds, the risk of a collision increases. The team at Cain Law will gather evidence from the driver’s cell phone and cell phone records to determine if the cause of the crash was the at-fault driver texting and driving.
Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to react to sudden changes in traffic and increases the severity of crashes. When drivers exceed the speed limit, they also need more time to stop and are more likely to lose control of their vehicles. These wrecks often cause serious injuries because of the force of impact, including traumatic brain injuries. In cases involving excessive speed, the team at Cain Law will gather evidence from the at-fault diver’s vehicle black box that records important evidence, such as speed, braking, seat belt usage, and steering input. Additional evidence regarding speed and location can be gathered from downloading infotainment systems on the vehicle as well as apps on the driver’s phone.
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction times. Drunk or impaired drivers often make poor decisions or engage in risky behaviors, such as speeding, running red lights, or drifting between lanes, which can lead to catastrophic collisions. In drunk driving cases, the team at Cain Law will gather evidence from the at-fault driver’s debit and credit cards to determine where they purchased alcohol and pursue a dram shop/liquor liability claim against a restaurant, bar, liquor store, or convenience store for serving an intoxicated person.
Running red lights or stop signs is dangerous and often results in T-bone collisions at intersections or traffic lights. Drivers who ignore traffic signs and signals can collide with vehicles crossing the intersection legally, causing severe injuries and property damage.
Adverse weather conditions like rain, snow, fog, and ice can make driving treacherous. Slippery roads and reduced visibility challenge drivers’ ability to control their vehicles and increase the likelihood of collisions. While drivers cannot control the weather, they can control their response to it and take additional steps to avoid hitting someone.
Tailgating, or following too closely behind another vehicle, reduces the space available when a vehicle needs to stop quickly. If the front car brakes suddenly, the tailgating driver might not have enough time to react or space to stop, which can cause a rear-end collision.
Reckless driving includes aggressive behaviors such as weaving through traffic, excessive speeding, and road rage. These actions endanger everyone on the road and often lead to crashes. In cases involving reckless driving the team at Cain Law will gather evidence from the at-fault diver’s vehicle black box that records important evidence, such as speed, braking, seat belt usage, and steering input. Additional evidence regarding speed and location can be gathered from downloading infotainment systems on the vehicle as well as apps on the driver’s phone.
According to the National Safety Council, driving while tired can be as dangerous as driving drunk. Fatigued drivers have slower reaction times and impaired judgment. They are also more likely to fall asleep at the wheel, which can lead to collisions.
Potholes, uneven surfaces, and debris on the road can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. Poorly maintained roads are hazardous and can contribute to car wrecks, especially at high speeds. In these cases, lawyers at Cain Law will investigate whether or not additional parties, such as cities, counties, or the state of Oklahoma are liable for the negligent maintenance of their roads and highways.
Speak to a Lawyer Before Talking to Insurance Companies
You may have already heard from an insurance adjuster working on your car crash claim. It is crucial that you decline to give a recorded statement, sign any documents releasing the driver and their insurance company from additional liability, or accept any payment from an insurance company unless you do so at the advice of an experienced Oklahoma City auto accident attorney. You may not know the full extent of your injuries and damages and could be signing away your rights to the full compensation you are due.
Insurance adjusters cannot and do not know the true cost of a serious accident injury in the days and weeks after it has occurred. They offer lowball payments based on past payouts for claims similar to yours and in line with their profit-minded business model. They may also employ bad faith practices designed to minimize or eliminate payouts, hoping you will not push back for the rightful compensation you deserve. Attorneys at Cain Law have been successful at having courts reverse attempts by the insurance companies to limit your recovery even after signing documents releasing them from liability. However, it’s best to contact an attorney at Cain Law to discuss your rights before signing any documents.
Our knowledgeable and experienced personal injury attorneys and team at Cain Law can help you determine what you truly need to recover. You should be financially whole at the end of a n insurance claim – with no debt attributable to the crash and, if you have been disabled, no concerns about how you will provide for yourself going forward. That’s what we fight for.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Let us go over your case and review any settlement offer the insurance company has made. If it is appropriate and fair to you, we’ll tell you so. If it’s not, we will talk about your legal options for moving forward.
How to Prove Fault for an Oklahoma Car Crash
To win a car crash case in Oklahoma, you must prove that the other driver or another party failed to take reasonable steps to prevent a collision. Cain Law Attorneys will help you recover the evidence you need to prove your claim. Some types of evidence that can help you prove that someone else was at fault for an auto accident in Oklahoma include:
- Police Reports: A police report provides an official account of the incident, including details about the involved parties, witness statements, and any citations the police issued.
- Witness Statements: Eyewitnesses can offer valuable accounts of what they saw, which can help establish who caused the collision.
- Photos and Videos: Photographs or video footage from the accident scene can capture vehicle positions, road conditions, and visible damage, which can help with crash reconstruction that may demonstrate who was at fault.
- Dashcam and Body Cam Footage: Dashcam recordings from the involved vehicles or nearby cars, as well as cameras law enforcement officers were wearing while investigating crashes, can provide a real-time view of the crash as it happened.
- Traffic Camera Footage: Traffic cameras at intersections or on highways may have recorded the collision, providing additional visual evidence to support your claim.
- Black Box and Infotainment Data Downloads: Black box and infotainment data downloads from the vehicles involved in the crash can provide evidence of speed, braking, seatbelt usage, and steer input.
- Cell Phone Records: The cell phone records of the drivers in the crash can show whether they were texting or talking on the phone at the time of the crash.
- Chemical Testing Results: If one of the drivers was issued a DUI, the chemical test results could help to show they were likely to have caused the crash.
- Expert Testimony: Accident reconstruction experts can analyze the available evidence and provide professional opinions on how the crash occurred and who caused it.
- Medical Records: Documentation from your medical providers can correlate your injuries with the collision.
- Skid Marks and Road Debris: Physical evidence like skid marks or debris on the road can help determine vehicle speeds and the actions each driver took before the collision.
Oklahoma Car Accident Claim Process
Knowing the steps in the legal process after an Oklahoma car wreck can help you prepare for what’s next and stay calm throughout your claim. Here’s what happens in an Oklahoma car crash claim:
- Accident Reporting: One or both drivers report the collision to the police, generating a police report that documents the incident and all involved parties.
- Medical Evaluation and Treatment: You should seek medical treatment after the wreck. Your doctor will assess and document any injuries you sustained in the collision, creating essential medical records that link your crash to your injuries.
- Insurance Notification: You notify the insurance company about the incident.
- Hire a Lawyer: At this point in the claims process, you should seek legal advice and engage a lawyer to safeguard your rights and protect you from insurance company tactics.
- Evidence Collection: Your lawyer can gather evidence from the crash scene and elsewhere, including photos, witness statements, and relevant documents, to support your claim.
- Claim Filing: Your lawyer files a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company.
- Investigation: The insurance company investigates the claim and reviews evidence, police reports, and medical records to determine liability and compensation.
- Negotiation: Your lawyer and the insurance company will negotiate for a fair car accident settlement.
- Settlement or Litigation: If the parties agree on a settlement amount, the case concludes. If negotiations do not result in a fair settlement amount, the case may proceed to court in a car accident lawsuit, where a judge or jury will determine the outcome.
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How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
This is one of the most common questions people ask when they meet with our personal injury lawyers. The answer will depend on how severely you were injured and what your long-term prospects are for recovery. Additionally, liability issues and insurance can affect the value of your case. Some of the types of compensation we will pursue in car accident claims include:
- Payment for medical bills, follow-up doctor appointments, rehabilitation expenses, and medications
- Estimated costs for future medical treatments you may need
- Lost wages and other income you have lost because you had to miss work or attend medical appointments
- Estimated costs for a reduction in your earning capacity if you are forced to take a lower-paying job due to your injuries
- Payment for property damages, including for repair, total loss, loss of use, and diminished value of your vehicle
- Compensation for the pain and suffering and emotional trauma you have endured due to your injuries
In cases involving extreme misconduct, trial attorneys at Cain Law will relentlessly and aggressively seek additional compensation for your injuries through the award of punitive damages as a means of punishing the at-fault party. If your case is settled pre-judgment, Cain Law always seeks additional compensation for the aggravated liability of the at-fault driver.
Schedule a free consultation with our dedicated OKC accident lawyers today to learn what types of compensation you may be entitled to.
What You Can Expect When We Take Your Car Wreck Case
After a serious collision, we know the burden of physical and financial recovery is weighing heavy on our clients’ minds. That’s why we try to take as much pressure off you as possible. Cain Law has an entire team of attorneys involved in our clients’ cases to ensure you have the most support possible as you navigate through this difficult time. Once you contact Cain Law, we:
- Set an appointment for a free initial legal consultation. This meeting comes at no cost and with no further obligation from you. We can meet in our southwest Oklahoma City or Edmond office or at your home, hospital room, office, or wherever you prefer.
- Take your case on a contingency-fee-basis. No Recovery. No Fee. This means we handle all upfront costs of investigating your case and filing claims. You are not charged a cent unless we obtain money for you. We receive an agreed-upon percentage of any settlement or jury award we obtain. If we do not win, you pay nothing. This protects you and motivates us to win.
- File all correspondence and paperwork required to initiate insurance claims. We also track down evidence such as police reports, 911 calls, witnesses, medical records, medical receipts, etc.
- Respond promptly to your questions and concerns. We answer your calls and return your emails in a timely manner, even at night and on weekends.
- Ensure you have the additional assistance you need. We provide referrals for general or specialized medical care, car repairs, vocational rehabilitation counseling, etc.
- Investigate and gather evidence regarding the liability issues involving your claim. We obtain the accident report, body and dash cams, statements of witnesses and the investigating officer, and scene and vehicle inspections, to name a few.
- Keep you informed about the progress of your claim. We will bring all settlement offers to you along with our advice, but all decisions will be up to you. If we must go to court, we will make sure you understand how a trial will proceed and any role you may play.
- Serve as a buffer between you and insurers, creditors, and others as your claim proceeds. Once we take your case, we are your legal representatives and advocates. In all matters related to your crash,, injuries, and recovery, we hope you will refer questions to us, your attorneys.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Oklahoma
After seeking medical attention, consulting a car accident attorney is your next best step. Why? Because the insurance company has a team of experienced motor vehicle injury adjusters and lawyers trained to pay you minimum compensation for your injuries and damages. A lawyer at Cain Law can guide you through the claims process, gather evidence to support your claim, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. They can file all the necessary paperwork correctly and on time, which helps prevent any delays or other issues in your case.
Don’t discuss the crash on social media or with anyone other than your attorney. The other side’s insurer can use anything you say or post against you to deny or reduce the value of your claim.
