Tulsa Law Blog
When Are Drug Tests Used in Child Custody Cases in Tulsa?
Court ordered drug tests used in child custody cases are fairly common in Tulsa family law court. When an adult abuses alcohol or drugs, they may suffer physical and mental health consequences. But when children are involved, the picture changes quite dramatically because the health of the children are at stake. For this reason, people often wonder whether drug testing…
Business Succession And Estate Planning in Oklahoma
Business Succession is an important part of well imagined estate planning. Life can change in the blink of an eye. One minute your life is excellent and exactly how you thought it would be. The next moment, you or a loved one needs immediate medical attention and may be recovering from a significant unplanned operation; you may be left to…
Grandparent Visitation in Oklahoma: Understanding The “Harm” Threshold
Grandparent visitation cases in Tulsa involve a careful balance between two important principles: a parent’s constitutional right to raise their child and a child’s interest in maintaining meaningful family relationships. Oklahoma courts do not automatically grant grandparents visitation simply because it may benefit the child. Instead, grandparents must meet a significant legal standard often referred to as the “harm” threshold. Why the “Harm”…
What Is a No Contest Clause in a Will And Is It Enforceable in Oklahoma?
When you are making a will, understanding every term and condition that you include is crucial to ensuring your wishes are respected after you pass away. One common feature you might consider is a no contest clause (in terrorem clause). The following information addresses this and whether it is enforceable in Oklahoma. Understanding a No Contest Clause A clause in…
How Do I Recover Damages For Dog Attacks in Oklahoma?
To recover damages for dog attacks in Oklahoma there are certain things that you must show. An animal attack can be a traumatic experience. Many people suffer from severe injuries after being bitten by a dog. Sometimes, people will suffer permanent injuries like scarring, torn ligaments and muscles, and post-traumatic stress disorder. If you have been seriously injured in a…
What’s The Difference Between Obstructing And Resisting Charges in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, obstructing an officer and resisting an officer are two separate criminal charges. Both crimes involve interfering with law enforcement activities. The two crimes are similar and many times confused with each other. Although they are similar they are totally different. This difference is demonstrated by the different elements and legal definitions between the two. Obstructing an Officer Charges…