Tulsa Law Blog
Domestic Assault and Medical Hearsay Evidence in Oklahoma
Domestic assault and medical hearsay is an exception to the hearsay rule in Oklahoma. Sometimes, we find ourselves in situations where our personal relationships have gotten out of hand. Too many times, police are called to intervene. If you find yourself in such a situation, especially when police are calling it “domestic violence”, there is a lot of pressure to…
Who Gets The Dog in Oklahoma Divorce?
The question of who gets the dog in Oklahoma divorce case is pressing if you are a dog lover. Doggone dogs! You can’t live with them, and you can’t live without them. Correction, it’s your spouse you can’t live with, but you do need your dog. As it turns out, your soon-to-be ex-spouse wants the dog, too. What now? Who…
Explaining The Warranty of Merchantability When Building a New Home in Oklahoma
The Warranty of Merchantability is a term that doesn’t often come up when purchasing a new home, but is crucial when it applies. When you have a new home built, many buyers may not initially be concerned about the condition of the property and the long-term reliability of its construction. Most people purchasing a newly built home have a certain…
Oklahoma Workers Compensation Death Benefits
You may already know that becoming injured or falling ill while at work could entitle you to workers’ compensation benefits. What you may not know is that if you die as a result of a workplace injury or disease, your loved ones may be able to collect what is known as death benefits. These benefits can include funeral expenses, weekly…
Oklahoma Bankruptcy And Senior Citizens, Is It an Option?
As a senior, you may encounter large unexpected medical bills and feel like you may have to file bankruptcy to manage the daily collection calls and the amount of debt you have acquired. This can be compounded by a fixed income or that family members are their best means of support. The frustrating part behind bankruptcy and senior citizens is…
Can A Spouse Receive Property If There Isn’t A Will?
When your spouse dies intestate, receiving property without a will might seem tricky. In Oklahoma, an individual who dies without a will has the distribution of their property determined by intestate succession laws. These laws serve as a default will for the deceased, establishing a hierarchy of beneficiaries based on familial relationships. This article dives into the nuances of these…