Serving as the executor or personal representative of an Oklahoma state can be a very challenging undertaking. People often have to commit many months of their time to the process and worry about how the responsibilities they assume may open them up to liability....
A power of attorney is a useful legal document. It can give a third party the legal ability to make decisions for someone else. Generally speaking, other people cannot make your medical or financial decisions. They can’t access your bank accounts or tell your doctors...
If you're facing assault charges for threatening someone with a gun, you may wonder whether an unloaded gun is considered dangerous. An unloaded gun may not be able to fire, but this doesn't mean you won't be charged for threatening someone with it. Even when you...
Getting pulled over because a police officer suspects chemical impairment may mean a complete disruption to someone's schedule, as they might spend the night in jail. It could even be a full weekend before they have an arraignment in front of a judge. A driving under...
Not many life experiences are as disheartening as being accused of a crime that you had nothing to do with. Unfortunately, this is not unheard of. If you are falsely accused of a crime, you have the legal right to defend yourself. One of the most effective defense...
As a driver, it's essential to understand the difference between reasonable suspicion and probable cause when it comes to drunk driving. Knowing the distinction can help protect your rights and ensure you handle encounters with law enforcement appropriately....
When your loved one's will goes to probate, you may have different emotions flowing. But finding out you were disinherited may intensify your feelings. You may feel devastated, betrayed and confused. However, it will help to relax and make informed decisions. Here are...
Shoplifting is a common problem, despite stores employing security measures to prevent it. In fact, the problem has gotten so serious that store security can sometimes be too aggressive about simple mistakes. People can find themselves facing theft charges through an...
If the police pull you over during a traffic stop under the suspicion of drunk driving, they may have you do a field sobriety test. You want to be aware of your rights when asked to do a field sobriety test – because these are not the same as the chemical tests that...
Debts do not just disappear when someone passes away. They still exist and creditors still want to collect what they are owed. The heirs of those who have passed away with substantial debt are sometimes concerned that this means the debt is going to be inherited and...