Unfortunately, the law is a little more complicated than that because not every mistake is malpractice. The strength of your case depends on whether missing the cancer was substandard care. You should discuss the specifics of your case with an attorney experienced in medical malpractice... View More

Yes, a lawyer can represent you or assist you in a lawsuit against another lawyer.

We don't have enough information to answer your question directly. There are a lot of variables that go into determining whether a company is liable for something done by its contractor.

Probably your main risk is being charged with impersonating a police officer. The problem is that it is not up to you whether someone else thinks you are a police officer. If someone yields or stops under the impression you are a peace officer, you can end up with jail time even though you did... View More

You need to consult with an attorney. Those are serious charges and they won't just go away. To answer your specific question, the word "prove" more correctly means "convinces the jury." So the question is really how can the prosecutor convince the jury that you were an... View More

That depends on the terms of your lease concerning deposit refund. It can't hurt to ask them why they did not give you a full reason. If they won't tell you or if you are not satisfied with the answer they give you, you should consult with an attorney.

Nobody can promise what will happen in court. However, if your lease is clear about how much you must pay and your paperwork is clear showing you overpaid, then you should consider a lawsuit.

Although you are entitled to wages due, there are a number of reasons why you may not be able to collect. Some of the important factors to consider are whether the employer went bankrupt, the employer's entity type such as corporation or partnership, and the payday law in your state. You... View More

As a matter of legal theory, a person may rescind a contract if, when he entered into the agreement, he was so intoxicated that he did not understand the significance or the effects of signing the document. In this case "intoxication" applies not only to alcohol, but also other... View More

This is a common situation and, if the agreement with your buyers is legally enforceable, there are probably a few options for you to choose from. You should consult with an attorney in your area.

That depends on what is in the contract. If the contract specifies the manager will maintain a real estate license with the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission and he or she fails to do so, then the manager has probably breached the agreement. Also, if the person managing your property does not have... View More

The easiest way would be to use the PACER system at pacer.gov. It doesn't cost much and it is fairly easy to use. However, the records may not go back to 1997. You should call the clerk's office to find out how far back the records go. Every court is different. If the PACER records... View More

Some assets are exempt from bankruptcy. Whether you retain control over any non-exempt assets depends first on the type of bankruptcy you file. If you file for Chapter 7, you will not likely have any use of the non-exempt assets. If you file for Chapter 11 or 13, a lot depends on how you would... View More

Probably yes. However, the time you filed is not the key issue. To fully answer your question, an attorney would have to know the type of bankruptcy you had, when it was discharged, and the type of bankruptcy you would be seeking now.

I assume your question is about sentence modification through the sentencing court and not by appeal. Oklahoma Title 22, section 982a addresses the time limit for sentence modification by the sentencing court. The statute says: "Any time within twenty-four (24) months after the initial... View More

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can apply to a person who has allergic or asthmatic responses to fragrances. Whether the ADA applies to your particular situation depends on all the surrounding facts and circumstances. If ADA applies, your employer may have to do more to protect you from... View More

The office of the State Fire Marshall has a website. Check there for the building permit required to run a rooming house. The State Fire Marshall has a help desk and provides compliance assistance. Similarly, the Oklahoma State Department of Health has a website, and they also have forms. Most... View More

Oklahoma does not have a statutory requirement to provide rest or meal breaks. If you work under a collective bargaining agreement, check to see if your contract addresses this issue. If you are driving long hours without a break, it is possible that you are exceeding your maximum service hours.... View More

Generally speaking, an employer is entitled to change the terms and conditions of employment at will. However, if a contract was involved, the employer may have violated the contract by modifying your commission plan. Whether there was an enforceable contract depends on the rest of the facts and... View More

She would not be eligible to draw unemployment.

There are several factors that go into determining whether a person is eligible to receive unemployment benefits. One test requires that a person must have earned at least $1,500 in the first four of the last five calendar quarters from the... View More