There may be few experiences in life as stressful as being accused of driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Regardless of how it happens, if you stand accused of such offenses, you might not have the necessary legal knowledge to know how best to handle the subsequent process.  Navigating the criminal justice system can be a stressful and complex process, and the outcome of your situation could have a significant effect on your future. Evaluating some basic elements of DUI charges in Oklahoma may help you understand what to expect and help you prepare to se ..read more

The probate process may often be a necessary component to managing the affairs of an estate after the testator passes on. If there is a will in place, this document may depict a person’s wishes and preferences and may identify an executor who will carry out this party’s wishes, but what happens if there is no will? If someone close to you passes away without creating a will, you might not know what to expect from the probate process. Seeking insight on how this process will unfold when pertaining to an intestate estate could prove essential to helping you prepare to address your options and ta ..read more

When it comes to driving while under the influence, most individuals may associate this with the presence of alcohol consumption. However, this might not be the only factor that could create impairment among drivers, as there may be some types of medications that could impact your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.  Knowing the types of medications that could lead to driver impairment may be integral to protecting your interests and keeping allegations of impaired driving at bay. Since this might not always be so simple, it could also be helpful to know where to turn should allega ..read more

There may be numerous types of strategies law enforcement agents may employ to promote safety on the streets of Oklahoma. DUI checkpoints are just one example of a common strategy, and while you may typically expect to encounter these mostly during the holidays, this could occur at virtually any time of year. While the idea of passing through a DUI checkpoint can be stressful enough as is, the process may become even more daunting should it result in allegations of unlawful behavior. Knowing what to expect from a DUI checkpoint could help you understand your rights and help you prepare to prot ..read more

Many parents in Oklahoma may look forward to the day their teens reach the milestone of receiving their drivers’ licenses. However, as your kids prepare to navigate the open road on their own, you might also experience a mix of emotions, as it may only be natural to worry about how well they will manage this responsibility.  There may be a variety of topics to discuss with teen drivers, and addressing these factors could be vital to helping them cultivate healthy life habits. One such topic could pertain to talking about underage DUI, and while helping protect your kids against the risks ..read more

Choosing an executor to manage the affairs of an estate can be a vital aspect of creating an effective estate plan. However, even if your loved one was careful in choosing someone they believed would respect and preserve their wishes, there may be some situations in which things do not go as planned. The party selected to act as executor for your loved one’s estate may carry various responsibilities, but what happens if this party violates this duty? Breach of executor duty can prompt various challenges, and knowing your options when facing similar estate administration disputes may be integra ..read more

There might be few things in life as stressful as being accused of unlawful behavior, as the outcome of such a situation could have a lingering impact on your life. While it may be no secret that a conviction for criminal charges can carry severe penalties, even if the charges are dropped, news of the situation could affect your reputation within the community. If you face assault charges, you might have questions about what to expect from this process and about the steps to take to protect your future interests. Knowing some factors to consider regarding assault charges could help you better ..read more

You might be preparing to execute an estate plan for the first time. After determining, compiling and signing whatever documents you need, your plan will be legally enforceable, provided you adhered to Oklahoma estate and probate laws during the execution phase of the plan. Once you have a plan in place, you’ll want to periodically review it so that it remains current and updated. As you begin the planning process, you’ll want to learn more about ancillary probate laws if you own real estate or tangible property in multiple states.  If you own property in Oklahoma and own real estate in a ..read more

Asset issues can be complex when administering an Oklahoma estate. This is especially true when the assets in question are oil and mineral rights. In probate, such assets do not receive the same treatment as stocks, bonds or other investments, but rather involve true real estate/land/property. If you own oil or mineral rights, it’s highly unlikely that you own the entire piece of property where the assets are located. In fact, you might own a fraction of the property. This means that if you wanted to sell or lease your portion, the other owners must approve the terms of the agreement. Acquirin ..read more

Being involved in a routine traffic stop can be stressful under any circumstance, but there may be some scenarios in which this process could prove more daunting in nature. Should authorities suspect the presence of impairment, you might not know what to expect or how best to respond to the situation.  During a traffic stop for suspected DUI, it might not be uncommon for authorities to ask you to take part in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. Understanding what these tests are and what factors they seek to assess could be vital to preparing for such a possibility, but this can still be ..read more