Thomas K. Ventura
Thomas K. Ventura is a personal injury attorney in the Oklahoma City office of Carr & Carr Injury Attorneys, and he came to the law from forensic science. He joined the firm in 2013 after years of personal injury work elsewhere, and he represents people hurt in crashes, on unsafe property, and in other accidents across Oklahoma.
You can reach Thomas and our Oklahoma City team at +1 (405) 691-1600.
How Does a Forensic Science Background Help in an Injury Case?
It trains you to let the physical evidence tell the story. Before law school, Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science from the University of Central Oklahoma, where he received the program's first Forensic Science Student of the Year award.
That training carries over to injury cases. Vehicle damage, skid marks, the angle of impact, and the location of debris can show how a crash happened, even when the drivers tell different stories. In a fall case, photos of the floor, the lighting, and the shoes the person was wearing can matter just as much as what witnesses remember.
What Cases Does Thomas Ventura Handle?
Thomas handles a broad range of personal injury and accident claims, and most of his work falls into five groups.
Vehicle Crashes
Thomas represents people hurt in car, truck, motorcycle, rideshare, and drunk driving crashes, along with pedestrians and bicyclists hit by vehicles. In the Oklahoma City metro, that includes wrecks on I-35, I-40, and I-44, along with busy surface streets.
Premises Liability and Dog Attacks
Thomas represents people hurt in slip and falls and other accidents caused by unsafe property, as well as children and adults injured in dog attacks. These are premises liability claims, and they often depend on whether the owner knew, or should have known, about the danger.
Catastrophic, Brain, and Burn Injuries
Some injuries change a person's life for good. Thomas handles traumatic brain injuries, burn injuries, and other catastrophic injuries, including cases involving children.
Insurance Bad Faith
When an insurance company unfairly delays or denies a claim it should pay, Thomas can pursue an insurance bad faith claim on the policyholder's behalf.
Social Security Disability
Thomas also helps people whose injuries or illnesses keep them from working apply for Social Security disability benefits. The Social Security Administration decides these claims, and many first applications are denied, so help with medical records and appeals can make a real difference.
What Physical Evidence Matters Most in a Crash Case?
The evidence that holds up best is the kind that doesn't depend on anyone's memory. For a wreck in Oklahoma City, the starting point is the collision report from the Oklahoma City Police Department or the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, depending on where the crash happened.
The Vehicles Themselves
Most newer cars have an event data recorder, sometimes called a black box, that stores speed, braking, and seatbelt use in the seconds before a crash. That data can be lost once a car is repaired or sold for salvage, so the vehicles need to be inspected and downloaded early.
The Scene
Skid marks fade, debris gets swept away, and broken signals get fixed. Scene photos and measurements taken soon after a crash can show where the impact happened and how fast each vehicle was moving.
Thomas compares what that physical evidence shows with what each driver told the officer. When the two don't match, the physical evidence usually carries more weight with an insurer and a jury.
Want to know if you have a case? Call +1 (405) 691-1600 for a free consultation at our Oklahoma City office.
Education and Credentials
| Credential | Details |
| Juris Doctor, with distinction | University of Oklahoma School of Law, 2005 |
| Bachelor of Science, Forensic Science | University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, 2000 |
| Honor | Inaugural Forensic Science Student of the Year, University of Central Oklahoma |
| State courts | State of Oklahoma |
| Memberships | Oklahoma Bar Association; Oklahoma Association for Justice |
For Oklahoma City clients, an injury lawsuit is usually filed in the District Court of Oklahoma County, or in Cleveland County when the crash happened in Norman or Moore. Thomas works from our office on SW 89th Street, close to both.
Life Outside the Office
Thomas was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, before making Oklahoma his home. He is married with six children, and he is a devoted Oklahoma City Thunder fan.
Questions About Thomas K. Ventura
Has Thomas Ventura taken injury cases to a jury?
Yes. Thomas has tried cases to juries and recovered money for clients through verdicts, in addition to negotiating settlements with insurance companies. Most claims resolve before trial, but knowing a case can go to a jury affects how seriously an insurer treats it.
Can I meet with Thomas Ventura in Oklahoma City?
Yes. Thomas works from Carr & Carr's Oklahoma City office at 1350 SW 89th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73159. If getting to the office is hard, an attorney can meet you at home or in the hospital.
Does Thomas Ventura help with Social Security disability appeals?
Yes. If your application for disability benefits was denied, Thomas can help with the appeal, which may include a request for reconsideration and a hearing before an administrative law judge. Appeal deadlines are short, so it's worth calling soon after a denial.
Ask Thomas About Your Claim
If you were hurt in the Oklahoma City area or anywhere in the state, Thomas and the Carr & Carr team can review what happened. Schedule a consultation or call +1 (405) 691-1600. You pay nothing up front and nothing at all if there's no recovery.