You may be surprised to find out your name is not among the beneficiaries of a loved one’s will. However, you cannot confront them or ask if it was intentional or by mistake, given that they are not around. In such a case, what are your options? Is there any way you...
Year: 2022
Why actual physical control matters of the car matters in a DWI
If you're facing DWI charges, one thing to consider is whether or not you were in actual physical control of the vehicle. This is an element of DWI arrests that people are not always quite clear on. Officials may need to show that you were in control of the vehicle in...
The risks of drafting your own will
You’ve taken the big step of addressing your estate plan and opted to draft a will. While this is very important and beneficial, it’s vital that estate planning documents are created in the appropriate manner. At the end of the day, they need to reflect your wishes...
Shoplifting is taken very seriously in Oklahoma
Shoplifting is often thought of as a harmless crime, but the truth is that shop owners suffer huge losses due to shoplifting every year. Stores lose thousands of dollars annually due to individuals shoplifting everything from bubblegum to designer blue jeans. Taking...
When can a will be challenged?
A will is a fundamental part of any estate plan. It allows a person to allocate money, assets and property to their desired beneficiaries. For a will to do its job, it has to be legally valid. There are several reasons why an interested party may opt to challenge a...
Who should you name as your healthcare proxy in your estate plan?
You never know when a car crash or an aneurysm could leave you unconscious and vulnerable. When you are left unconscious for an extended period or when your health concerns affect your mental capacity, you may need someone else to serve as your advocate. In Oklahoma,...
Choosing the right guardian for your children
You plan to be there for your child every step of the way as they grow up. While this is the most likely scenario, it is also important to plan for every outcome. Accidents and illnesses tend not to discriminate. What will happen to your child should you become...
Can you bring marijuana to Oklahoma?
Over the last decade, many states have legalized marijuana for recreational use. Oklahoma is not one of those states. The measure is still being put on ballots and there are people who support it, but the laws have not changed and marijuana remains illegal for...
Need to execute an estate? Here are some things to know
Being required to execute someone’s estate can seem overwhelming. You may have agreed to it years ago, thinking you would work out what to do when the time came. Now that it has, you need to learn fast. Here are a few questions you might have: What is probate? Probate...