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Home Builder Construction Defects are common civil disputes in Wagoner County. Contractors generally work ethically and with a desire to provide quality results for their clients. Sometimes though this is not what happens. Whether you can sue your home builder for construction defects and what remedies are available to you depends on a few different factors. Those factors may include the terms of your…
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects countless individuals and families across the United States, including Oklahoma. Within the realm of domestic violence, one particularly concerning offense is domestic assault in the presence of a minor. Not only does this crime pose a threat to the immediate victims involved, but it also exposes children to traumatic experiences with potential long-lasting effects. In Oklahoma,…
Student Loan Debt in Bankruptcy is a big concern in Wagoner County. One of the questions I get from many of my clients is, “is there anything you can do about my student loan debt?” Sadly, for the vast majority of student loan debt in bankruptcy, the answer is no. Many years ago, Congress determined that almost all student loans should not be dischargeable…
When it comes to the right-of-way laws for emergency vehicles, everyone knows that emergency vehicles have slightly different rules than regular drivers. This is especially true when they are on an emergency call. However, the rules for regular drivers when an emergency vehicle approaches are not as commonly known. This is likely the reason Oklahoma Bill 1113 was implemented in 2015. This bill makes…
Stepchildren and Wills have to be specifically addressed in estate planning. A Health and Retirement Study conducted from 1995 to 2010, addresses a growing trend regarding stepchildren and wills. Of people in the age groups over 50 years old, 40% had no will or last testament. This could cause a unique problem for families that include genetic and step-children and wills. If a person…
A Louisiana man is on the run after facing charges of unauthorized use of a motorcycle. The 25 year old was in a high speed chase with police when he crashed a motorcycle which was reportedly stolen. The man broke his leg during the crash, yet was able to evade police on foot by running from the ambulance. To meet Oklahoma standards for a…
Oklahoma legislators recently proposed HB1121. This would create a streamlined domestic abuse court system in Oklahoma. Because domestic abuse in Wagoner County generally takes on several aspects, cases would be assigned the same judge for the same domestic situation. For instance, a domestic violence trial that involves custody and protective orders would have the same judge for each step: the protective order, the child…
Making a Will in Wagoner County isn’t hard with a little guidance. Millions of dollars are left unclaimed each year due to people passing away without making a will. In fact, over half of older and elderly Americans do not have a will. A small market is opening for people who claim the benefits of unclaimed estates. The companies who find these claims are…
The Divorce Process in Wagoner County really depends on the circumstances of the divorce itself. Our clients often want to know how long it will take to finalize a divorce. As is often the answer, the length of divorce and the divorce process in Wagoner County depends on the specific situations in your case. There are three types of divorce in Oklahoma and each…
Second Degree Burglary in Wagoner County is a crime that could cost you your freedom. In December 2016, an Oklahoma City man was arrested on several charges, including second degree burglary, after he broke into a parked vehicle and was unable to get out. The owner of the truck says that the doors do not open from the inside. So when the thief entered…