The Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in Oklahoma
March 20, 2025
Introduction: How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?
If you’ve been injured in an accident in Tulsa, Oklahoma, you need to act fast. Oklahoma law gives you a limited time to file a personal injury lawsuit, known as the statute of limitations. Waiting too long can cost you the compensation you deserve.
At Tate Law Firm PLLC, we help injury victims understand their legal rights and ensure they meet all deadlines. Here’s what you need to know about Oklahoma’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims.
Understanding Oklahoma’s Statute of Limitations
1. General Personal Injury Cases
According to 12 O.S. § 95(A)(3), the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in Oklahoma is two years from the date of the injury. This means:
• If you were injured in a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace injury, you must file your claim within two years.
• If you miss this deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case, and you’ll lose your right to compensation.
2. Special Cases with Different Deadlines
• Medical Malpractice: Two years from the date the injury was discovered (or should have been discovered).
• Claims Against the City of Tulsa
or the State of Oklahoma: You must file a formal claim within one year under the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act.
• Wrongful Death Claims: If you’ve lost a loved one due to negligence, you have two years from the date of death to file a lawsuit.
Why Filing Early Matters
Even though two years may seem like a long time, it’s best to start your case as soon as possible.
Here’s why:
✔️ Evidence disappears – Surveillance footage, witness memories, and accident reports become harder to obtain.
✔️ Insurance companies delay settlements – They use tactics to run out the clock.
✔️ Stronger negotiation power – Filing early puts pressure on insurers to settle fairly.
Don’t Wait – Call Tate Law Firm PLLC Today!
If you’ve been injured, don’t risk missing the legal deadline. Call Tate Law Firm PLLC
at 918-805-3955
for a free consultation. We’ll handle the legal deadlines while you focus on recovery.
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