While making an estate plan, you may want to include a power of attorney. By using this document, you can authorize an agent to make decisions for you. If you become incapacitated and you can’t make those decisions on your own, the legal ability passes to a person of...
Year: 2024
How should the representative of an estate handle estate debts?
Estate administration is as much about fulfilling someone's obligations as it is about establishing their legacy. In Oklahoma, the personal representative handling estate administration has numerous personal responsibilities to fulfill. The failure to perform certain...
Defenses to consider if facing DUI charges
If you plead guilty to DUI (driving under the influence), or a court finds you guilty of it, then you will pick up a criminal record. That’s on top of the various penalties a judge could issue. Hence it is wise to explore your defense options to see if there is a way...
Who is the right guardian for your child?
Estate planning involves making numerous important decisions about who inherits your assets upon your death. A will can largely address these issues. However, a will can also serve other key functions such as naming guardians for your minor children. A guardian is a...
When can people challenge a will based on a lack of capacity?
An estate plan might consist of a will or a collection of multiple different documents that describe what should happen after someone dies or when they experience a debilitating medical emergency. Oftentimes, families pay close attention to estate planning documents...
Understanding Oklahoma’s “false personation” law
As identity theft becomes easier to pull off – often using nothing more than a computer -- law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are putting significant resources into catching those who engage in it. The laws around identity theft and related crimes vary by state....
Reasonable suspicion: Suspected drunk driving stops
Reasonable suspicion is a legal standard that enables law enforcement officers to stop, detain or investigate an individual if they have a rational belief that the individual is involved in criminal activity. The belief must be based on specific facts that a...
3 issues someone can address in an advance health care directive
An Oklahoma estate plan doesn't just provide guidance for someone's funeral and instructions for handing out their property after they die. A thorough estate plan can also include numerous other documents that may take effect while someone is still alive. Incapacity...
Should your trust have a trust protector?
Trusts are a popular choice when it comes to managing individual estates. They offer flexibility and privacy and can be tailored to your needs. If you create a trust, you’ll want to name someone who is dependable as a trustee. And, you may want to consider adding a...
What constitutes probable cause in a DUI case?
Due to the high number of alcohol-related driving fatalities in Oklahoma, tackling impaired driving is a top priority for law enforcement. If a police officer suspects an individual of drunk driving, they may pull the vehicle over and conduct further checks. However,...