Tulsa Law Blog
How To Handle If Your Bank Closes Your Account Based On A Debt You Owe Them?
If an Oklahoma bank closes your account over money they claim you owe them you might have some option. Facing a closed bank account can be a stressful and confusing experience, especially if it occurs without prior warning. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to understand that banks have various reasons for closing accounts. Some reasons might…
Is Domestic Assault in the Presence of a Minor a Serious Crime in Tulsa
In Oklahoma domestic assault in the presence of a minor is a Serious Crime. Unfortunately, statistics show that nearly 20% of children witness a domestic abuse situation in their lifetime. Further, repeat situations can lead to depression, anxiety, and rage in children as they mature. This truth is a tough reality. However, some people exploit this reality and use children…
Full Oklahoma Expungement and Pardon
An Oklahoma expungement gives you a new lease on life. Many people convicted of crimes in Oklahoma presume that once they have served their time and fulfilled the terms of their probation they can move on with their lives. The reality is that a criminal record can follow a person far into the future. It can impact employment opportunities, housing,…
Dividing Debts in Oklahoma Divorce
Dividing Debts in Oklahoma Divorce is a question faced by many families working through divorce. One of the most frequently asked questions of a lawyer is “How does property divide in a divorce?”. This generally includes dividing debts also. Take for instance you had certain debts entering into a marriage, or your spouse took out student loans for a professional…
Negligent Amputation in Oklahoma
Negligent Amputation in Oklahoma is absolutely devastating. in a 2010 CNN Article approximately 107 people had the wrong body part amputated in the hospital. Amputation of the wrong body part is a devastating experience. Take for example a Brazilian man in 2013 who had his left leg amputated only to find out doctors were supposed to amputate the right leg…
Common Chapter 7 Questions
This blog post is the second installment in our two part blog post covering common chapter 7 bankruptcy questions. If you are drowning in debt and considering bankruptcy as a means to eliminate much of your unsecured debt, we recommend you review Part I of this blog post. While we’ve tried to address most of the common chapter 7 questions,…