Oklahoma City Medical Malpractice Attorneys

Aggressively Pursuing Justice for Wrongfully Injured Patients

As patients, we trust healthcare providers to act in our best interests. Unfortunately, medical errors result in more than 250,000 deaths every year in the U.S., making them the third-leading cause of death after heart disease and cancer. If you or a loved one was harmed by medical negligence, you deserve compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other losses. 

At JJ Law, we are committed to pursuing justice for wrongfully injured patients. When you choose our medical malpractice lawyers, you can expect tenacious representation backed by more than 30 years of collective experience. Our firm can work tirelessly to hold negligent parties accountable while you focus on healing. With over $70 million recovered for injured Oklahomans, our trial readiness and proven track record of success set us apart.

If you suffered a medical malpractice injury in Oklahoma City, choose a firm that has recovered millions for the wrongfully injured. Contact us online to discuss your case. Se habla español.

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to provide the proper standard of care, resulting in injury or harm to the patient. The “standard of care” refers to the level of care, skill, and treatment that a reasonably competent healthcare professional would provide in a similar situation.

Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Our firm represents clients following all types of medical malpractice injuries, such as: 

• Surgical mistakes. Common examples include leaving instruments inside the patient, performing the wrong procedure, or operating on the wrong side. 
• Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis. This occurs when a healthcare provider fails to correctly identify a condition, leading to incorrect or delayed treatment.
• Medication errors. Some examples include failing to check for harmful interactions or administering the wrong medication or dosage.
• Birth injuries. Negligence during labor or delivery, such as improper forceps use or delaying a C-section, can harm both the mother and baby.
• Anesthesia errors. Mistakes in administering anesthesia can result in serious injuries or even wrongful death.
• Failure to treat or monitor. Neglecting to provide appropriate treatment, follow-up care, or monitoring can lead to medical malpractice claims. 
• Hospital negligence. Negligence in hospitals can occur due to understaffing, unsanitary conditions, or improper maintenance of medical equipment.
• Emergency room errors. These include mistakes in ER settings, such as delayed treatment or mismanagement of urgent medical conditions.

What Damages Are Recoverable in a Medical Malpractice Claim?

Common recoverable damages in medical malpractice claims include direct losses like medical bills, lost income, lost earning capacity, and out-of-pocket expenses, as well as indirect subjective losses like pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and permanent scarring or disfigurement. 

Our lawyers have a deep understanding of medical malpractice laws to assess every avenue for financial recovery and pursue a comprehensive settlement that covers your current and future care needs. We can calculate both economic and non-economic losses to maximize the amount of compensation available to you.

I Suffered a Birth Injury at OU Health. How Long Do I Have to File a Medical Malpractice Claim? 

In Oklahoma, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims is generally two years from the date of the incident. However, certain exceptions may apply in rare cases, such as the discovery rule for injuries that are not immediately apparent. 

Consulting a knowledgeable attorney is paramount for filing a claim within the appropriate timeframe and maintaining eligibility for damages. If you suffered a birth injury, we can help you understand your legal options, manage critical deadlines, and avoid procedural errors that may delay or deny your claim.