Colton Richardson Law
Colton Richardson handles serious injury and wrongful death cases across all of Oklahoma, from Tulsa and Oklahoma City to Broken Arrow, Norman, Edmond, and every community in between. Consultations are always free, and there is no fee unless we win.
Oklahoma roads see thousands of serious collisions every year. When another driver's negligence (speeding, distracted driving, running red lights, or driving under the influence) causes your injuries, you have the right to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. Colton works directly with accident reconstructionists and medical experts to build the strongest possible case against at-fault drivers and their insurance companies.
Crashes involving commercial trucks and 18-wheelers cause catastrophic injuries due to the sheer size and weight of these vehicles. These cases are significantly more complex than standard car accident claims: they involve federal FMCSA regulations, multiple potentially liable parties (driver, carrier, shipper, maintenance company), and insurers with large defense budgets. Colton acts immediately after a truck crash to preserve black box data, driver logs, and maintenance records before they are lost or destroyed.
Motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable people on Oklahoma roads, and insurance companies routinely try to blame riders for their own injuries. Colton fights back against unfair bias, documenting road conditions, driver negligence, and the full extent of injuries, which in motorcycle crashes often include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and severe road rash requiring long-term treatment.
Under Oklahoma law (47 O.S. § 11-502), drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. When they fail to do so, the resulting injuries are often life-altering. Pedestrian accident cases frequently involve disputes over fault, especially when insurance companies argue the pedestrian was jaywalking or not paying attention. Colton investigates traffic camera footage, witness accounts, and physical evidence to establish exactly what happened.
When a family member is killed due to someone else's negligence, Oklahoma law allows surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of companionship, and the grief and mental anguish caused by the loss. These cases require careful legal strategy and compassionate handling. Colton has experience guiding families through this process with the respect and urgency it demands.
Doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers are held to a professional standard of care. When they fall below that standard (through misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, or failure to treat) and a patient is harmed, that is medical malpractice. These cases require expert medical testimony and thorough analysis of records. Colton works with qualified medical experts to establish exactly where the standard of care was breached and what it cost you.
Oklahoma's Nursing Home Care Act (63 O.S. § 1-1901 et seq.) gives residents of long-term care facilities specific legal rights, and gives their families the right to sue when those rights are violated. Nursing home abuse and neglect takes many forms: pressure sores, malnutrition, dehydration, unexplained falls, physical abuse, and medication errors. Colton investigates facility records, staffing ratios, and state inspection reports to hold negligent facilities accountable.
Property owners in Oklahoma have a legal duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions for visitors. When they fail (leaving wet floors unmarked, failing to repair broken stairs, ignoring inadequate lighting in parking lots, or neglecting known hazards) and someone is injured as a result, the property owner can be held liable. Slip-and-fall cases, swimming pool accidents, and negligent security claims all fall under premises liability.
Oklahoma follows a strict liability rule for dog bites under 4 O.S. § 42.1, meaning a dog owner is liable for injuries their dog causes regardless of whether the dog had ever bitten anyone before. There is no 'one free bite' rule in Oklahoma. Colton handles dog bite cases involving serious lacerations, nerve damage, facial injuries, and the psychological trauma that often follows an attack.
When a defective product injures you (whether it is a defective vehicle component, a dangerous drug, a faulty power tool, or a children's toy with a design flaw), the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer can be held liable under Oklahoma product liability law. These cases often involve complex engineering and medical evidence. Colton works with product safety experts to identify the defect and trace liability up the supply chain.
When law enforcement officers use excessive force, conduct unlawful searches, or violate your constitutional rights, you may have a civil rights claim under 42 U.S.C. § 1983. These cases are difficult (qualified immunity protects officers in many situations), but Colton is prepared to pursue them when the facts support it. Civil rights violations including police misconduct, false arrest, and unlawful detention are taken seriously at this firm.
Oklahoma law requires insurance companies to deal fairly and in good faith with their policyholders. When an insurer wrongfully denies a valid claim, unreasonably delays payment, or offers an insultingly low settlement without proper investigation, that is insurance bad faith. Oklahoma allows victims to recover not just the policy benefits owed, but also extra-contractual damages including attorney fees and punitive damages in egregious cases.
Personal injury is the broad category that covers any situation where you were hurt because of someone else's negligence. If your case does not fit neatly into one of the categories above (a workplace accident, a sports injury caused by another's recklessness, an injury at a public event), Colton will evaluate it. The consultation is always free, and there is never a fee unless we recover money for you.
An emerging area of Oklahoma litigation: large data centers generate continuous infrasound, low-frequency noise, and ground vibration that some nearby residents report interferes with their property and quality of life. Colton is actively building cases against data center operators whose facilities create an unreasonable interference with the use and enjoyment of surrounding properties. If you live near a data center and have experienced these issues, contact us to discuss your situation.
Learn MoreOklahoma premises liability law, established through court decisions, requires property owners and occupiers to exercise ordinary care to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition for lawful visitors. When a business, landlord, or property owner fails to fix a hazard it knew about, or should have discovered through reasonable care, such as a wet floor, broken pavement, defective stairway, or poor lighting, and someone is injured as a result, they can be held liable. Slip and fall cases are heavily contested by insurance companies, who often argue the hazard was open and obvious or that the victim was not paying attention. Colton builds cases that counter these defenses with surveillance footage, maintenance records, and expert testimony to recover full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Colton Richardson is a Tulsa-based personal injury attorney who represents clients throughout Oklahoma, including Oklahoma City, Broken Arrow, Norman, Edmond, Stillwater, Lawton, Enid, Muskogee, Owasso, Jenks, Bixby, Moore, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Claremore, and every other community in the state. No matter where your injury occurred, Colton is prepared to investigate your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Every case handled by this firm is taken on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs and no attorney fees unless we win your case. This ensures that every Oklahoma injury victim has access to experienced legal representation regardless of their financial situation.
Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and lawyers whose job is to minimize what they pay you. Colton levels the playing field by handling all communications with insurers, gathering evidence, working with medical and expert witnesses, and, when necessary, taking cases to trial. The goal is always maximum compensation: medical expenses, lost wages, future care costs, pain and suffering, and any other damages you are entitled to under Oklahoma law.
To speak with Colton about your case, call (918) 770-9775 or use the free consultation form. Consultations are available by phone, video, or in person at the Tulsa office.