Twenty-five percent (25%) of drivers in Oklahoma do not carry auto insurance. So, what happens when you are injured in a car wreck by a driver without insurance, or not enough insurance?
You find yourself stuck with large out-of-pocket expenses for medical care or health insurance deductibles. If your injuries render you unable to work, lost wages can further compound your financial problems and cause even more stress.
How do you protect yourself from this situation? By purchasing Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage, Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage, and Medical Payment Coverage (MPC) through your auto insurance carrier. These coverages often referred to as first-party coverage, are designed to compensate you when you are injured in a car wreck caused by:
These first-party coverages are optional, the amounts you can purchase vary, and your auto insurance carrier will charge a separate premium for each coverage.
Don’t assume you have purchased these coverages when you tell your insurance carrier that you want “full coverage” on your car.
There is no such thing as “full coverage”. In Oklahoma, you must be specially asked and reject UM/UIM in writing.
You must elect MPC and the amount of coverage you want.
In Oklahoma, drivers are mandated to carry a minimum of ,000 in liability coverage.
Unfortunately, medical expenses, lost wages, and debilitating injuries can quickly exceed this amount of coverage. Be sure to protect yourself by purchasing Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage, Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage, and/or Medical Payment Coverage (MPC).
For drivers injured in a car wreck that was not their fault, it can be hard to determine which steps to take next.
Call Graves McLain right away at 918-359-6600. When an injured driver calls one of our attorneys, we will speak with them for FREE and determine the best course of action. A client will never pay an attorney’s fee upfront. At Graves McLain, we do not get paid until our client gets paid.
When injury victims need a law firm with a reputation for excellence, turn to Graves McLain Injury Lawyers. We are a top-rated personal injury firm determined to be the best. With decades of award-winning representation, our clients recover the compensation they need to put their lives back together.
