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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses to close their doors, make arrangements for altered hours, comply with orders regarding social distancing, and a lot more. Changes are happening quickly, and every shift a business makes has wide-ranging effects, from its clients to its landlord. Every commercial rental agreement should be governed by a written lease […]
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Everyone’s involvement with the legal system is different. Most people will have to deal with the occasional traffic ticket or car accident issue, but far fewer people must address things like contract disputes or construction lawsuits. In most situations, you only see a lawyer if you are doing one of two things: (1) planning […]
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When certain sections within the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act take effect January 1, 2019; three tax regulations will have a significant impact on couples involved in or considering divorce in the new year. The rules affect all Oklahoma divorce cases and settlement agreements that are not finalized by December 31, 2018. The first tax […]
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In mid-March 2018, a self-driving car owned by Uber struck a pedestrian in Arizona, causing injuries that led to her death. Based on news reports, the accident happened when the woman walked in front of the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to automatically apply its brakes or attempt to avoid the woman. The incident is […]
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Oklahoma family courts are responsible for issuing judgements in regards to a number of family issues. For example, a court may determine how property will be divided in a divorce, who will have custody of a child, or how much a parent may be required to pay in child support. While orders that are issued […]
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The decision to move a loved one to a nursing home can be difficult, but family members may take comfort in the fact that nursing homes are often able to provide levels of care that families or individuals on their own cannot. That being said, while nursing homes have a duty to provide residents with […]
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Accidents involving large commercial trucks tend to have especially devastating consequences. This is largely attributed to the fact that these vehicles can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and often transport dangerous or hazardous materials. To help prevent these types of accidents, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires drivers and their employers to […]
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Were you injured in an auto accident? If you are now suffering physical, psychological, and financial injuries because of a collision caused by another driver, you may have the right to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. Under the law, when another individual’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional misconduct causes you harm, that person is […]
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Last year Oklahoma joined 46 other states in legalizing some types of medical marijuana. The state now allows for the use of specific marijuana derivatives, particularly compound cannabidiol oil, to help treat children and adults who suffer from seizures. Oklahoma’s current law is limited, but it paves the way for more research and clinical trials […]
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OKLAHOMA PROBATE LAW: DO I NEED A WILL? There are two primary reasons why everyone should execute a Last Will & Testament, regardless of the size of their estate or the level of their assets: (1) to ensure that their subjective intent is followed; and (2) to ensure the efficient disbursement of their assets upon […]
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