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Oklahoma Minor's Settlement Calculator

In Oklahoma, a parent or guardian may settle a child's claim without court approval when no guardian ad litem is appointed and the net after medical expenses, liens, fees and costs is more than $1,500 and not more than $25,000, with a sworn affidavit and a protected deposit. Above $25,000, the court orders the deposit. Enter the settlement, fee and bills to see which route applies.

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Oklahoma lets a parent settle a child's claim without a judge between $1,500 and $25,000 net, and requires a court-ordered deposit above $25,000

Oklahoma handles a child's injury settlement under 12 O.S. 83, which sets the $1,500 and $25,000 lines, the affidavit and the protected deposit. The extended deadline is in 12 O.S. 96 and the general deadline in 12 O.S. 95.

See why and when a court approves a child's settlement, how protected deposits and structured settlements work, and what we found about attorney fees in a child's case.

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This is an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on the cited Oklahoma statutes. Confirm how these rules apply to your specific case with a licensed Oklahoma attorney.