The death of a loved one caused by the negligence or actions of another only party further compounds the trauma and grief to be endured, but civil litigation through a wrongful death lawsuit can sometimes offer a sense of solace and justice while also mitigating the lasting financial impact of the loss. Here’s what you need to know.
Far too often, an insurance company will unreasonably refuse to honor the obligations explicitly outlined in the policy as a way to avoid paying money that is rightfully yours. Here’s what you can do.
Just as with criminal justice bills, the 2022 legislative session brought several changes to cannabis laws in Oklahoma—both for businesses and customers. In total, 12 new laws were signed into law. Here are seven of the most notable.
In many cases, hiring a qualified attorney to handle your car accident in Oklahoma will be in your best interest to secure a favorable outcome. Here are four common situations when you should strongly consider hiring legal representation.
2022 was a big year for Oklahoma criminal justice bills during the legislative session. Now that the regular session has adjourned, let’s take a look at three of the more notable bills introduced in February — and where they ended up.
Bank fraud, embezzlement, and forgery are just a few of the common white-collar crimes prosecuted in Oklahoma. Learn how these crimes are classified, what the punishments can be, and how to defend yourself if you’ve been caught up in a situation brought on by an employer.
Self-defense laws in Oklahoma have certainly evolved over time and now provide protections for justified lethal force in a number of situations. To better grasp self-defense laws in Oklahoma, one must understand the Castle Doctrine, Make My Day Doctrine, and Stand Your Ground Doctrine—and where things stand today.
Here’s what you need to know about each.
Those who find themselves facing drug trafficking charges in Oklahoma should be aware of the uphill battle ahead of them. This starts with first knowing the basic facts on what constitutes drug trafficking in our state and what the penalties can entail.
Despite some much-needed changes via criminal justice reform legislation and ballot initiatives in recent years, our state is still among the strictest in the nation when it comes to prosecuting drug charges. If you’ve been charged with a drug offense in Oklahoma, it’s imperative to know what you’re up against.
Receiving an expungement in Oklahoma is an effective way to mitigate long-lasting harm from a record of a criminal conviction, as it allows you — as outlined by statute — to “state that no such action has ever occurred.” So how do you know if you are qualified to receive one?
