A divorce in Oklahoma can change your financial, as well as emotional, perspective. You may have devoted a large part of your life to a marriage. After your divorce, you may still be entitled to a portion of your spouse's Social Security benefits. The amount you can...
Oklahoma Legal Blog
Do certain crimes increase in rate during the summer months?
Crime rates are vastly different in various locations and from year to year. State and federal authorities carefully track reports of crimes and court activity to look for trends that seem to connect crimes and explain crime rates. The more researchers, lawmakers and...
Taxes and your divorce settlement
Going through a divorce in Oklahoma or any other state can be expensive. Planning ahead and knowing what to expect are keys to minimizing the financial impact of divorce. Here are a few tips to help you avoid paying taxes on a divorce settlement. Alimony...
Should drug use be legal in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma prohibits the recreational use of cannabis but allows it to be used legally for medical purposes. As more states legalize marijuana for recreational use, a contentious debate is emerging in the United States over whether to decriminalize all recreational...
Financial tips for preparing for divorce
Oklahoma is an equitable distribution state, which means divorce courts try to distribute marital assets fairly. Therefore, do not engage in any behaviors before a divorce that significantly deplete financial accounts for your sole benefit. This activity may adversely...
Finding happiness following a divorce
The process of ending your marriage is one of the most mentally and emotionally taxing things that many Oklahoma residents ever face. While the process of grieving the end of a marriage is difficult, there is life after divorce. Embracing emotions Many people...
Fostering a positive relationship with your former partner
Divorce or separation can be a challenging experience for everyone involved, especially for children. One of the ways parents can mitigate the impact of divorce on their children is by fostering a positive co-parenting relationship with their former partner. While...
DUI charges and insurance troubles
When someone faces an arrest for driving under the influence, they may understandably worry about jail time and fines. Those convicted in an Oklahoma court may receive leniency in sentencing, but they might discover the conviction leads to significant issues with...
What Oklahoma drivers need to know about the state’s implied consent law
From the earliest moments of a traffic stop, the goal of a police officer will often be to gather evidence that someone has violated state law. When it comes to traffic stops related to concerns of chemical impairment at the wheel, officers may use multiple methods to...
How are kids affected by their parents’ divorce?
Divorce can take its toll on the entire family; it’s especially difficult for kids of all ages. When a child learns that their parents are ending their marriage, they often react negatively. Each child is different, but the following behaviors and feelings are common:...