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Medical malpractice claims: harm and next steps in Oklahoma

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Filing deadline2 years from act or discovery76 O.S. § 18; 12 O.S. § 96

Deadlines vary with the facts of each case. A lawyer can confirm yours.

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01 · Your filing deadline

What is the deadline in Oklahoma?

76 O.S. § 18: 2-year SOL from the date the plaintiff knew or should have known of the injury; no explicit repose. Minors: minority extends the period (76 O.S. § 18; 12 O.S. § 96). A lawyer can confirm yours.

2 years from act or discovery

Source: 76 O.S. § 18; 12 O.S. § 96

Deadlines vary; a lawyer can confirm yours. An older diagnosis or a past filing window does not, by itself, establish whether you have a claim.

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A lawyer can check which filing rules apply to your circumstances.

02 · Where cases are heard

Where would my case be heard?

Cases from Oklahoma can be heard in Oklahoma County District Court. A lawyer can tell you which court fits your case.

Oklahoma County District Court

320 Robert S Kerr Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Court website

Medical facilities in Oklahoma

  • OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center — Level I Trauma Center

  • Hillcrest Medical Center (Tulsa) — Level II Trauma Center

How this works nationally

For the overall process and updates, read the Medical malpractice claims: harm and next steps overview. This page covers the local information available for Oklahoma.

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Sources

  1. 76 O.S. § 18; 12 O.S. § 96