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Is There a Two-year Limit for Personal Injury Claims from Car Accidents in Oklahoma?

Yes, Oklahoma law generally imposes a two-year statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims resulting from car accidents. Under 12 O.S. 95(A)(3), you have exactly two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. This uniform statewide rule applies across all counties, including Pittsburg, Cherokee, and Le Flore Counties.

There are specific exceptions to this two-year timeline:

  • Minors: For individuals under the age of 18 at the time of the accident, the two-year clock does not begin until their 18th birthday.
  • Wrongful Death: The two-year limit applies from the date of death rather than the date of the accident.
  • Property Damage: Claims specifically for damage to property also fall under a two-year filing limit.

It is important to act promptly because missing these deadlines can result in losing your right to compensation entirely. While Oklahoma’s modified comparative negligence rules may affect the amount of damages you can recover based on your percentage of fault, these rules do not extend the two-year filing deadline.

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