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Injured in Oklahoma? Start Here.
A serious injury can disrupt every part of your life. Medical treatment becomes a priority, your work is interrupted, your plans put on hold, and the bills add up quickly. Meanwhile, insurance companies are calling to request statements and doing what they can to minimize their exposure.
At Lee Dobson Lee, we represent people harmed by negligence throughout Oklahoma. We know the stress and overwhelm that come with these injuries, especially when you are trying to recover and make sound decisions at the same time. Retaining legal counsel at this point might be the last thing on your mind, but it will alleviate the burden of uncertainty and give you the space you need to recover in peace.
Our firm brings deep experience, sound judgment, and trial-ready preparation to serious personal injury cases. When you are ready to get answers, we are ready to help. Call us for a free consultation, and we will give you a straightforward assessment and clear plan of action.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle
We represent individuals and families throughout Oklahoma in serious personal injury matters, including:
- Truck Accidents
- Car Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
- Oil Field Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Wrongful Death
- Premise Liability Claims
Why Oklahoma Chooses Lee Dobson Lee
For more than 20 years, clients across Oklahoma have come to us with serious cases because they want experience, preparation, and a lawyer who will not back down.
Attorneys L. Matthew Dobson and Jon Lee stay directly involved in every personal injury case we accept. They personally handle strategy, communication, negotiation, and courtroom appearances. When you have questions about your case, you have direct access to your lawyer.
Both Mr. Dobson and Mr. Lee bring significant civil litigation experience to the firm’s personal injury practice, giving them unique insight into the inner workings of large institutional defendants. That perspective shapes how they evaluate claims, prepare cases, and respond when the other side looks for ways to limit exposure.
This comprehensive approach has earned the trust of clients across Oklahoma. It is why people continue to retain us, refer others to us, and speak so highly of their experience with our firm.
Let us review your case for free.
Common Injuries in Personal Injury Cases
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Neck And Back Injuries
- Herniated Discs And Spinal Trauma
- Fractures And Orthopedic Injuries
- Burns And Scarring
- Internal Injuries
- Nerve Damage
- Injuries Requiring Surgery Or Extended Rehabilitation
- Permanent Disability
- Fatal Injuries Leading To Wrongful Death Claims
What Compensation May Be Available
A personal injury claim is meant to account for the losses an injury has caused and the losses it is likely to cause in the future. Some of those damages are financial. Others reflect the physical pain, disruption, and lasting effects the injury has had on your life.
In general, these damages fall into two categories: economic and non-economic. Economic damages include measurable financial losses, such as medical bills, lost income, future treatment costs, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Non-economic damages cover the human impact of the injury, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent limitations, and the effects on daily life.
The value of a claim depends on the facts. That includes the seriousness of the injury, the expected course of treatment, the effect on your work and daily life, the strength of the evidence, and whether fault is disputed. Our job is to evaluate the full picture and pursue compensation that reflects what the injury has truly cost you.
Depending on the facts of the case, compensation may include:
- Medical Expenses Already Incurred
- Future Medical Treatment And Rehabilitation
- Lost Wages
- Reduced Future Earning Capacity
- Pain And Suffering
- Emotional Distress
- Permanent Disability
- Scarring Or Disfigurement
- Long-Term Care Or Support Needs
- Property Damage, When Applicable
- Wrongful Death Damages For Surviving Family Members In Qualifying Cases
What to Do After a Serious Injury in Oklahoma State
The steps you take early can affect both your health and your claim.
Get medical care
Your health comes first. Prompt treatment also creates records that may become important later.
Document what you can
If possible, take photos, keep names of witnesses, and save any reports, bills, or correspondence.
Be careful with insurance adjusters
Do not assume the first call is routine. Statements can be used to minimize or deny a claim.
Talk to an attorney before you settle
Once a claim is resolved, it is usually over. It makes sense to understand the full picture before signing anything.
Oklahoma Personal Injury Law
The facts of the accident and Oklahoma law both shape personal injury lawsuits. Fault rules, filing deadlines, and other legal standards can affect how a case moves forward, what compensation may be available, and whether a claim can be brought at all.
For most personal injury claims in Oklahoma, the statute of limitations is two years. Wrongful death claims also generally follow a two-year filing period. Medical malpractice claims have their own timing rules and may depend on when the injury was discovered or when it reasonably should have been discovered. Waiting too long can weaken a claim or prevent it entirely.
Oklahoma follows a comparative negligence rule, which means fault can be shared. You may still recover damages if your share of fault is not greater than the combined fault of the other responsible parties. If your share of fault is greater than the combined fault of the other responsible parties, recovery can be barred. Any compensation you recover may also be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Some Oklahoma claims also involve special rules. For example, cases against government entities may require early notice under the Governmental Tort Claims Act, and injuries that happen on the job may fall under the workers’ compensation system instead of a standard personal injury claim.
By retaining legal counsel early, you can be sure that these rules will all be handled according to Oklahoma state law and place you in the strongest position to win your case.
Related Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney?
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means you do not pay attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. We also offer a free consultation, so you can get answers about your case before deciding what to do next.
How long will my case take?
Should I accept the insurance company’s first offer?
What if I was partly at fault?
You may still have a case. Oklahoma follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means fault can be shared. If your share of fault is not greater than the combined fault of the other responsible parties, you may still recover damages. Any recovery may be reduced based on your percentage of fault.
What should I do right after an injury?
Do all personal injury cases go to court?
No. Many cases resolve before trial. But we do not build cases around the hope that the other side will do the right thing. We prepare them to stand up in court. And when a case needs to be tried, we are prepared to try it.