One minute you’re driving home from work down the Broken Arrow Expressway, and the next, you’re staring at a deployed airbag, facing a mountain of medical bills, and trying to figure out how you'll pay for a car that’s clearly totaled. It’s a lot for any family to handle. When you’re hurt in an auto accident, the last thing you should have to do is fight a massive, billion-dollar insurance company by yourself. That’s where a local Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawyer comes in.
At Smith Barkett Law Group, we don’t just see you as another personal injury claim or a number in a database. We see a neighbor who needs real help getting back on their feet. Whether you were hit by a distracted driver in Oklahoma City or right here in Tulsa near the E 10th Street Plaza, we’re here to push back against the adjusters who are trained to lowball you. Our personal injury law firm handles the heavy lifting, so you can put your energy where it belongs: on getting healthy.
Most people don't spend their days thinking about injury law until they actually need it. It’s basically the legal system’s way of making sure that if someone else’s mistake or recklessness hurts you, they, or more likely, their insurance carrier, have to pay for the damage they caused.
Think of it as accountability in action. If a driver is scrolling through their phone and causes a motor vehicle accident, or a local business leaves a slick spill on the floor that leads to a slip-and-fall, they’ve failed in their basic duty to keep others safe. Personal injury law is the tool we use to get you financial compensation for those failures.
The truth is, insurance companies aren't in the business of fairness or helpfulness. They are in the business of protecting their bottom line. They want to settle your case for the smallest amount of money possible, and they want to do it before you even know how much your future medical care will cost.
Having a Personal Injury Lawyer by your side means you have a pro who knows every trick in their book. We dig into the facts, find the hidden evidence. During a settlement, we make sure to include things like your lost paychecks and the way the accident has affected your happiness and mental health. Plus, we handle your case on a contingency basis. This means you don't owe us a dime out of your own pocket unless we win money for you.
We’ve seen just about every kind of wreck and mishap on Oklahoma roads and jobsites. Our personal injury law firm has the resources and the grit to handle even the most complicated personal injury claims.
Motor Vehicle Accident Cases: This is the bread and butter of our practice. We represent people in car, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents. Whether it was a high-speed auto wreck on the turnpike or a red-light car accident downtown, we know how to prove who was at fault.
Trucking Accidents: A truck accident is a different beast entirely. Trucking accidents involve massive corporations, powerful insurance carriers, and strict Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations. We don't back down. We go after the driver, the trucking company, and the rig's owner to get you justice.
Premises Liability & Dog Bites: Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their property safe. If a landlord's neglect causes a slip and fall or a neighbor's lack of control leads to severe dog bites, they’re on the hook. We also handle very specific claims, such as elevator compensation for those injured by faulty lifts.
Oil Field & Construction Accidents: Oklahoma is oil country, and that work is dangerous. We represent workers and families injured in oil field, oil rig, and gas field accidents. These often involve catastrophic injuries that require a specialized Oklahoma personal injury lawyer who understands industrial safety standards.
Medical Malpractice & Product Liability: We trust doctors and product manufacturers with our lives. If a surgeon makes a reckless mistake or a medical device, such as when an implant fails, the results are often permanent and life-altering. We hold medical providers and corporations accountable for defective products or a product liability failure.
Wrongful Death: When an accident turns fatal, the pain is unimaginable. We file wrongful death lawsuits to help surviving family members seek the support they need. No check can bring a loved one back, but it can help a family survive the financial disaster of losing a primary provider.
| Accident Type | What We Investigate | Why It Matters |
| Auto wreck | Dashcam footage and cell records | Proves distracted driving or speeding |
| Truck crash | Electronic logging device and black box data | Reveals hours-of-service violations |
| Oil rig accident | Maintenance logs and safety training files | Identifies corporate negligence or faulty parts |
| Medical Malpractice | Hospital records and expert testimony | Proves the provider strayed from the standard of care |
An injury isn't just a line item on a medical statement. It’s a physical and emotional burden that affects how you play with your kids, how you sleep at night, and how you feel about your future.
We see a lot of broken bones, deep lacerations, and soft tissue damage. But we also look for the silent or hidden problems that show up a few days later, like internal bleeding or organ damage. Even a minor car accident can leave you with scooter injuries or whiplash that lingers and turns into chronic pain.
Some crashes leave you with permanent, life-changing trauma. We fight for victims dealing with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and other catastrophic injuries. A severe brain Injury can mean you need 24/7 care or that you can never return to the job you love. We make sure your claim is built to cover those massive, lifelong costs.
We look at the big picture of how your life has changed. Your claim should definitely cover your immediate medical bills, but it should also account for:
Knowing what happens next can take a lot of the weight off your shoulders. Here is how our trial attorneys move your case from a truck crash to a successful settlement.
In Oklahoma, the statute of limitations is your countdown clock. For most personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If that clock hits zero and you haven't filed, the court will likely throw your case out. It's that simple, and it's why you need to call a personal injury lawyer sooner rather than later.
Oklahoma follows a rule called modified comparative negligence. It means you can still get a check even if you were partly to blame for the accident, as long as your fault is 50% or less. For example, if a jury says you were 20% at fault for speeding, your $100,000 award would be reduced to $80,000. But if you’re found 51% at fault, you get $0. We work hard to prove that the other side carries the bulk of the blame.
We go after two main types of money: Economic damages for things with a price tag (like medical bills and lost wages) and Non-Economic damages for the things that don't (like pain and suffering). If the other driver was acting with total disregard for life, like a drunk driver, we might even go after punitive damages to make an example out of them.
You have many options when it comes to hiring a law firm, but we believe our client-first approach makes the real difference.
How long does a personal injury case typically take?
There’s no set timeline. A complex truck crash, an oil rig accident, or a medical malpractice case can take a year or more to get through the system correctly.
What if I don't have health insurance for my treatment?
This is a common worry. We can often help you get the medical attention you need from providers willing to work on a lien.
Should I accept the insurance company's first settlement offer?
In almost every case, no. First offers are lowball amounts meant to make you and your claim go away for as little money as possible.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
Because of our contingency fee agreements, there are no upfront costs. Our fee is a pre-set percentage of the final settlement or verdict we win for you.
What if I were hit while walking or on a bike?
If a driver hits you, their liability insurance should cover your medical expenses. If they are uninsured, your own uninsured motorist policy may kick in.
Can I sue for a faulty car part?
Yes. If a defective product, such as an airbag or tire, caused your crash or worsened your injuries, we can seek a product liability settlement from the manufacturer.
What if the accident happened on a boat or scooter?
The same rules of negligence apply. If someone else’s recklessness caused your motor vehicle accident, you have a right to seek compensation.
What are punitive damages?
These are extra payments meant to punish a defendant for especially bad behavior. They aren't common, but in cases of extreme reckless driving or intoxication, they can significantly increase the value of your case.
You've been through a traumatic event, and the road ahead shouldn't be walked alone. Let Smith Barkett Law Group take the legal burden of your auto wreck or oil rig accident off your shoulders. We are here to help injured Oklahomans find their way back to a stable, secure future.
The sooner we get to work, the better your chances of success. Physical evidence, such as skid marks and surveillance footage, can disappear within days. By contacting us early, we can begin gathering the evidence needed to build an airtight case.
Call our firm today to get started. To make things easier, we can set up SMS Notifications and transactional SMS messages so you’re always updated on your case status. Please note that standard messaging rates apply. You might also receive marketing emails from our firm, but our primary focus is always on your recovery and your justice.
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