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Atkins & Markoff is an Oklahoma City accident representation law firm with years of experience representing victims of drunk driver accidents. Although generally charged as a misdemeanor on a first offense, drunk driving cases are prosecuted with the same aggressive zeal as serious felonies in Oklahoma. The law firm of Atkins & Markoff has extensive experience representing victims of drunk driver accidents and will fight for a victim’s legal rights while providing support and guidance of the highest order.

The death or physical impairment caused by a drunk driver accident is a traumatic and emotionally wrenching event. It can also result in severe financial hardship from extreme medical bills, loss of income and/or an inability to work. Drunk driving accidents add insult to injury simply because the deciding factor in the accident was preventable and something that could have been avoided. And as Oklahoma roadways are becoming more and more crowded, drunk driver accidents are occurring more frequently and involving a multitude of drivers.


  • Drunk Driver Accident Statistics in Oklahoma

    In 2005, there were 42,672 traffic fatalities on our nation’s roads and highways and of that number, 16,694 were alcohol related. In the state of Oklahoma, 816 fatalities occurred on the roadways, and 283 were alcohol related. Unfortunately, these high accident statistics are usually the result of impaired drivers misjudging the amount of alcohol that it takes to become intoxicated, thereby compromising their ability to operate a motor vehicle.

  • Types of Oklahoma Drunk Driving Related Accidents

    Drunk driver accidents can occur due to an intoxicated driver driving at excessive speeds, driving in bad weather, aggressive driving behavior reckless driving, failing to stop at a red light, failing to stop at a stop sign, and driving while trying to operate cell phones and GPS navigation systems—all of which can result in rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, rollovers, side impact collisions, and truck under-ride accidents.

  • Injuries Suffered by from Drinking and Driving Accidents

    Injuries suffered as the result of a drunk driver accident can include neck injuries, loss of limbs, traumatic brain injury, whiplash, cuts, scrapes and bruises, broken bones, concussions, head injuries, back injuries, spinal cord injury, paralysis, quadriplegia, paraplegia, and even wrongful death.

  • Oklahoma City Accident Lawyers and Compensation for DUI Victims

    Compensation available for injuries sustained as the result of a drunk driver accident include current and future medical expenses for treating injuries caused by the accident, lost wages, future wages if the victim is no longer able to work, punitive damages, compensation for pain and suffering, and compensation for the family of a drunk driver wrongful death victim, relating to the above areas.

  • Oklahoma DUI Accident Victims Rights

    While drunk driving is illegal in all 50 states, the lack of standard sentencing guidelines often means that offenders can get off without severe penalties. However, the consequences resulting from a drunk driver accident can be a long-term process of medical treatment that is incredibly expensive—ranging from emergency surgery to a lifetime of care, assistance and physical therapy.

    After a drunk driver accident, it is imperative to call the police to the scene and seek immediate medical treatment. It is then essential to contact the experienced Oklahoma accident lawyers at Atkins & Markoff. The firm’s dedicated litigation team provides the highest quality representation for those injured in drunk driver accidents, and is ready to fight for your right to be justifiably compensated for your pain and suffering, any lost wages and medical bills. Please contact the firm today.
  • Statute of Limitations on Drunk Driving Accidents in Oklahoma

    Under Oklahoma statute of limitations, drunk driver accident claims must be filed within two years. If the statute of limitations expires before a drunk driver accident lawsuit is brought, a claimant faces the possibility of having his or her case dismissed. For more information about drunk driver accident claims, contact an experienced Oklahoma accident attorney at Atkins & Markoff today to discuss your case and your litigation options.


Why Victims Should Hire an Oklahoma City DUI Accident Lawyer

Injuries resulting from a drunk driver accident can cause devastating and permanent damage that is often combined with emotional and financial suffering for an individual and their family. Victims of serious drunk driver accidents are faced with making life-changing decisions about their future—including financial and social decisions—while having to deal with all the legal loopholes that accompany such a traumatic event. The legal system can be complicated and confusing, making it all the more critical to have a trusted and knowledgeable counselor to provide experienced and dedicated representation.

If you have been severely injured by a drunk driver, or have lost a loved one due to a drunk driving-related accident, it is imperative that you retain attorneys who are committed to you and your case. At Atkins & Markoff, the skilled Oklahoma City accident attorneys of the firm have successfully represented drunk driver accident victims and the family members of drunk driver wrongful death victims. The attorneys of the firm are experienced and eager to fight for your rights. Please call Atkins & Markoff today to arrange for your full consultation.


 




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  • Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawsuits

  • Personal Injury Attorney Fees

  • Statute of Limitations

  • Featured Personal Injury Testimonials

  • Oklahoma Injury Lawsuits Explained

    If you are researching what a personal injury lawsuit in Oklahoma entails, this section of our website is going to explain to you how a lawsuit works, how to determine negligence and how to obtain monetary reward commonly called a settlement. First, determine if there has been an injury. If there has been an injury like a broken bone, laceration, back injury or even a wrongful death and the injury was caused by the negligence or irresponsibility of another, there could be grounds for a personal injury lawsuit. Now that you have determined that there has been an injury caused by the negligence of another person or party, a personal injury attorney can be obtained to negotiate your personal injury claim for you. Our personal injury attorneys do not get paid unless they win your case, so don't be preoccupied with being able to afford to file a personal injury lawsuit in Oklahoma. Finally, your Oklahoma personal injury lawyer will determine what your personal injury case is worth. They will determine this by evaluating many factors including your hospital bills, your income, the severity of your injury.

  • Personal Injury Lawyer Fees

    Personal injury attorneys fee's work different than most other lawyers fee's. You do not need to pay anything in advance out of your pocket, so you can definitely afford to hire an Oklahoma personal injury attorney. A personal injury attorney gets paid a percentage of your lawsuit settlement. What that means is that if your lawyer doesn't win your case for you, your lawyer doesn't get paid.

    In Oklahoma, most injury attorneys charge a fee between 30% and 40% of your settlement. During your interview process with an attorney, they will inform you of the fee they normally charge. Fee's will fluctuate depending on the type of case. An Oklahoma personal injury attorney will charge a different percentage depending on the type of case.

  • Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

    Personal injury claims must be brought within two years in the State of Oklahoma. Further, under Oklahoma law, a minor has one year after his or her eighteenth birthday to file a personal injury claim.

    If the statute of limitations expires before a personal injury suit is brought, a claimant faces the possibility of having his or her case dismissed due to untimely submission. Therefore, it is critical to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible following a personal injury, to protect your legal rights and any compensation that is due.

  • Featured Personal Injury Testimonials

    "...the settlement I received was tons more than I ever expected..."

    "Everyone needs an Attorney at least once in their life! Walking through the door of Atkins and Markoff is by far the best move you could make! All of their staff are on top of any problem you could ever have. I felt like they were my friends and they really cared about what was happening with me! Not to mention that the settlement I received was tons more than I ever expected!!

    Thank you Daniel and Jerri for all the hard work that you have done , I greatly appreciate you for everything!!"

    - Amie from Oklahoma City

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