The benefits of reaffirmation agreements in bankruptcy almost always outweigh any cons. The idea of going through bankruptcy, for many people, leads them to believe that they will have to give up all their assets. They may wonder about the assets that have great value in their lives, like the vehicle they use to get to work or the home…
The executors role selling a house is strictly guided by Oklahoma probate law. When someone appoints you as an executor of a will, you will face many responsibilities. Among those might be selling a house. This can be challenging and confusing, especially if it’s your first time handling an estate’s affairs. To help guide you in this process, we have…
Oklahoma law recognizes two types of contempt, called direct and indirect contempt. Direct contempt happens in the presence of the judge when someone purposefully interferes with the judge’s job and willfully fails to follow the judge’s orders in court. Indirect contempt happens when the person fails to follow the court’s orders outside of court. In domestic and family law, indirect…
Discovery in a family law case in Oklahoma is an important element of litigation. Discovery consists of collecting evidence and data to support a case after it has been filed with the family law court or some other administrative body. In terms of family law, discovery may be critical to the outcome of a case when parties don’t agree on…
In Oklahoma and many states across the United States, the state legislature has provided a way for families with loved ones who have recently passed away to move some of their assets without needing to go to probate court if they meet certain characteristics. These forms are sometimes called Small Estate Affidavits in Oklahoma estate planning. It is called an…
A good Samaritan injured in an accident has certain rights in Oklahoma. All states provide some version of a Good Samaritan law. These laws are intended to protect individuals who take action in emergencies and other injury accidents to offer help. Good Samaritan laws encourage individuals to do whatever is necessary to provide assistance in an emergency and to do…
Settling automobile accident claims in Oklahoma requires that certain steps are taken. For many of us, car accidents are among the more stressful situations in life. While sometimes the accidents are just a headache to deal with, other times an accident can come with severe consequences. This may include physical injuries, financial harm, and emotional trauma. Facing the legal system…
Car accidents at work create a special kind of liability in Oklahoma. Its not uncommon for individuals to get into a truck or automobile accident in the course of their employment. This may range from a simple work errand to a person whose primary job is done on the road. Car accidents at work can go a couple of different…
Eluding a Police Officer in Oklahoma is a serious crime that can land you in jail.. A Topeka man recently received a sentence of 8 years in prison for eluding an officer and other illegal acts. The man was sleeping in his car when police approached him. He woke and made an attempt to drive away while an officer’s arm…