Drug courts are special courts that allow first-time or low-level offenders the chance to avoid a conviction for a drug charge. They use rehabilitation and monitoring to help a person change habits and alter their lives for the better. According to the Oklahoma City...
Throughout Oklahoma, the ongoing national situation has had a dramatic impact on people’s finances. With medical expenses, lost income due to job loss and other challenges, many are concerned about their financial future and how they and their family will cope....
Bankruptcy can be a significant decision that can change how you live for the rest of your life. Just when you have finalized your bankruptcy and taken control over your finances once again, you may feel like there is more you can do to protect your best interests....
You understand filing bankruptcy could improve your financial health, but how do you maximize that possibility? Knowing which steps to take post-bankruptcy could put you on the path to success. U.S. News & World Report offers tips for recovering after bankruptcy....
Whether in the bar, at a concert or even in your own home, you may find yourself in a physical altercation with another person. In the moment, when adrenaline is high and you’re throwing punches or firing shots, you may not be thinking of the legal consequences of the...
Before hiring new employees, a business owner may wish to consider the state laws regarding employment contracts. As noted by Inc.com, Oklahoma does not permit non-compete agreements. This may also cause any relevant non-compete language included in an employment...
Whether you plan to file for bankruptcy on behalf of yourself or your business, you may have the urge to “skirt the system,” so to speak. In other words, you may try to make the most of a dire situation by racking up new debt, maxing out credit cards, hiding assets or...
Being stopped by law enforcement while driving in Oklahoma City can quickly lead to an investigation by officers if they notice anything unusual or illegal. Oklahoma officers are trained in alertness for criminal activity, and they use the "plain sight rule" that...
Owning your own business in Oklahoma can be enormously rewarding. It can also be challenging, especially if someone decides to sue your company. You can protect your small business by being on top of things and preventing lawsuits before they happen. Be careful about...
A central component to attending college in the state of Oklahoma is social interaction with new people and other students. Many students come from smaller high school environments to the university and make new friends immediately, most of which they know very little...
