A civil case from an Oklahoma District Court is appealed to the Oklahoma Supreme Court. But, unless the case involves some important issue, the Supreme Court will ordinarily send the case to the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals for review. In that case, you can still ask the Oklahoma Supreme Court... View More

There are a lot of variables, so there is no single answer. Some of the big factors include the Court's workload, the complexity of the case, where you are in the lawsuit, and the amount of "combat" going on between the attorneys. ERISA cases can be very complicated and the federal... View More

The collection agency can sue you for a debt that is beyond the statute of limitations. You just have to assert the statute of limitations defense in your answer and it should be a very short lawsuit. However, it's always best to consult with an attorney about how to handle a lawsuit,... View More

It's possible the lien is valid, depending on whether the original owner had authority to use the vehicle for collateral on the second loan. You may be able to take legal action either to get her to pay the debt or to remove the lien from your title. You should consult with an attorney.

The lien is a "cloud" on your title to the property. You need to talk to an attorney about a "quiet title" action, which is the name of the type of lawsuit used to remove or clarify uncertainties in property ownership.

Call the police to see about initiating criminal proceedings. Talk to an attorney about civil proceedings. I would do both. However, if you and your roommate shared a checking account, then her use of funds in that account probably did not constitute theft.

You can file a lien against assets in a decedent's estate. Generally, that is done while the estate is in probate. There are, of course, special situations and exceptions.

Talk to an attorney about the best way to do that: there are multiple options, depending on what you are trying to accomplish other than a "simple" change of form. Make sure you talk to your attorney about how your operating agreement and bylaws may need to change as you move to... View More

You can be sued for wearing a red shirt, but that doesn't mean the plaintiff will win. It is unlikely that a lawsuit against your wife on a debt from eleven years ago would be successful because the statute of limitations in your state appears to be 5 years. Consult with a Missouri attorney... View More

Ordinarily, the landlord must deliver physical possession at the beginning of the lease period and is liable for damages if he fails to do so.

That depends on the terms of the lease you have with the renter.

It depends on what was in your lease. Leases often specify certain non-refundable fees for tenant changeover, like painting or carpet cleaning.

You should notify the wife in writing that she is not to come onto your property. You should send the notification in a manner that requires her to sign for it and you should have witnesses to the contents of the notice and to your having sent it. You may be able to get on your father's... View More

Under Oklahoma law, landlords have a duty to maintain leased premises in a reasonably safe condition. If the place is not "unsafe," it may still be unsuitable for human residence, and the standard is ordinarily the local housing code. If the home is either unsafe or in violation of... View More

In Oklahoma, you can ordinarily terminate a one year lease with three month's notice. See title 41, Section 5. Even so, you should consult with an attorney before attempting early termination of any contract.

Under Oklahoma law, landlords have a duty to maintain leased premises in a reasonably safe condition. You should talk to an attorney after you report the gas leak to the gas company.

We don't have enough information. It depends on whether the insurance is through your employer and whether insurance payments are addressed in your separate maintenance decree or agreement.

Probably. Check with the Nevada Secretary of State's office.

Courts do not like to change schedules or simply let people fail to appear when they are supposed to. So, to change the date of your appearance or to get your failure to appear excused, you must show good cause. That means you need a really good reason and it would be a good idea to have proof... View More

You need to a file a suit to "quiet title." A quiet title action is one used to clarify title to real property. Before filing a lawsuit, you should check with an attorney to assess the time commitment, costs, and probability of success.