Oklahoma Legal Blog
Navigating bankruptcy and divorce: timing is everything
Financial disagreements are not uncommon among married couples; many people would agree that money is the most argued topic in most marriages. If you are contemplating divorce in Oklahoma, you might also be wondering about the benefits of filing for bankruptcy. More...
Debt collection laws business owners should understand
Current economic conditions are making it difficult for many business owners in Oklahoma to avoid mounting debt. Some businesses are already unable to pay their bills while others are struggling to do so because of their customers' inability to make good on the debt...
Oklahoma man detained following $300,000 drug bust
Oklahoma police report that a large amount of meth was seized during a routine traffic stop in October. Special Operations Unit officers claim to have conducted the traffic stop after noticing that the passenger in the vehicle was a known distributor of...
The basics of business bankruptcy
Small business owners in Oklahoma should all be knowledgeable about the way bankruptcy works. Bankruptcy is a topic that makes people nervous, and that's understandable. However, it's a good idea to have some awareness of how business bankruptcy works and the types...
How business owners in Oklahoma may benefit from an attorney
Two authors are suing the publisher Wizards of the Coast over an alleged breach of contract. According to the lawsuit, the publisher approached the authors in 2017 to write a series of novels about the Dungeons and Dragons universe. They completed one manuscript and...
You can keep your home in bankruptcy
Many Oklahoma homeowners are afraid to file for bankruptcy because they think that it will cost them their house. However, bankruptcy laws largely protect your family home from liquidation so long as some requirements apply. You should not let this fear keep you from...
How to modify the terms of a divorce decree
Many provisions of an Oklahoma divorce decree may be changed by a judge after it has been finalized. You can seek a divorce decree modification by filing a motion with the court that has jurisdiction over your case. A hearing will likely be held to determine if your...
How can an OK citizen figure out their child support payments?
Once the divorce has been finalized, the next step is figuring out the child support payments. Most people want to know how much their monthly payments will be so they can start figuring out a budget as soon as possible. Here's how child support payments are typically...
Oklahoma penalties for drug possession
Oklahoma courts charge simple drug possession as a misdemeanor offense. However, certain substances result in felony charges. If you face a court date for a drug-related charge in Oklahoma, review the possible penalties of a conviction. Felony drug offenses...
Filing a malpractice wrongful death lawsuit in Oklahoma
It is never easy to lose a loved one. However, when the loss is the result of medical malpractice, the family’s pain is compounded by the knowledge that everything could have been avoided. Through a wrongful death lawsuit, survivors can find a sense of closure and...
