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answered on Sep 2, 2021
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today, that they refuse to be part of a settlement where I would self-administer the set aside. They said they would put a lien on the settlement and I could deal directly with opposing counsel. Is this for real?
answered on Sep 2, 2021
If you hired an attorney and they were working on things for you then you have an agreement with them. In which you most likely signed something saying they get paid and if not they file a lien. So it is probably for real. You need to contact them to discuss things directly.
My child's dad hasn't seen him since Father's day and has talked to him 3 times since then over facetime. He was talking about moving so I brought up to my boyfriend about adopting my child. My child loves him like a dad and my boyfriend loves him like his own. We also are having a... View More 
answered on Aug 29, 2021
Short answer, no. In order for him to adopt then you would have to be married and file a step-parent adoption. Contact an adoption attorney to fully explain things.
My father passed away in January and left my brother as executor of a trust. He got greedy and kept everything except an old classic car my father was storing in his friends garage. It’s been almost 8 months and the friend told me if my brother didn’t come get the car to just take it. Now my... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2021
Contact a attorney in person to discuss the specifics of your case. There seems to be a lot of moving parts in your case and you need to have good representation.
If the employee signed an at-will agreement, does that mean I can let them go without explanation? The reason is bc they are causing dissent among staff but there is no real way to prove it. I cannot say they are lying without proof but we know they are due to other facts. Can we fire them for... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2021
Regardless of good cause or not, you can still be sued. That doesn’t mean the other person will win but you still have to defend it. As far as Oklahoma is concerned we are an at-will state meaning you can terminate an employee at will, so long as it does not fall under the discrimination... View More
She is mentally I'll, drug abuse, over doses, violent, reckless
answered on Aug 23, 2021
Not sure if this is Texas or Oklahoma since you posted in Oklahoma but are in Texas. However, your attorney can help you with this.
Even tho the Step parent and biological parent has been together for almost 6 years
answered on Aug 19, 2021
In order to adopt, the stepfather or stepmother must be legally married to the child's biological parent for at least one year.
Contact an adoption attorney to discuss your options now as to avoid hurdles later.
Son's dad moved to Florida only met my son for ten minutes. Has no bond with him hasn't helped support him an now wants to be involved is that not child abandonment can his rights not be terminated?
answered on Aug 19, 2021
Unless there is a court order stating otherwise then it is still his son and he has rights. As far as the second part of your question in terminating his rights - there are two ways to terminate a parents rights and both require the role to be filled by another. 1) is a step parent adoption, or 2)... View More
There is no state mask mandate in effect. Is this legal.
answered on Aug 18, 2021
Yes. Business owners have that right. Likewise you have the right to find employment elsewhere.
Some companies are even mandating their employees get vaccinated and that has already been upheld to be generally legal.
My grandpa who was his dad said I could and if need to we could do a DNA test with me and him but it's a complicated situation because my dad died when I was seven and I have no records of him except pictures when I was little and he signed in as my dad when I was born but never put on my... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2021
Name changes are relatively simple and just about any attorney can assist you with this. There are very few reasons that prevent you from the name change. Consult an attorney and you will find this can be a fairly quick process.
My mom and dad own my mobile home here in Oklahoma City. My dad passed away about five years ago and my mom wants to know what we need to do to put in my name.
answered on Aug 15, 2021
It depends on how things are set up. If it is for the land that the trailer is located that could be a simple quit claim deed. If there is a lender involved then you will have to deal with them directly.
He signed a waiver denying paternity also saying he know he is his through vital records what does that mean
answered on Aug 15, 2021
Not sure your exact question but paternity issues can be very complex or very simple. Many factors come in to play, one being the birth certificate that you mentioned, the age of the child, etc…. You should contact an attorney to help you with this so that something is not missed.
Can my brother sell the home?
answered on Aug 13, 2021
You will want to consult with an attorney in person with all the details. However, he can either sell you his portion or he can file an action for it to be sold if you cannot buy him out. However, generally he cannot simply sell it without you consent since you are also on the deed. However, you do... View More
My mother died in '06 w/o will. Judgement was filed and recorded in Muskogee county, Ok in 2012 showing myself and only son of my deceased sister each being owner of 1/3 undivided interest. My deceased brother's 4 children were shown to have 1/12th undivided interest. Two of the owners of... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2021
First and foremost, ask yourself if this were a stranger would you do it. If not, then do not do it just because they are family by some degree. Contracts are there to help keep friends friends, family family, etc.... Without one, you are often inviting trouble upon yourself. If they have good... View More
i have paid all rent and fees up until end lease date and they want to automatically renew
answered on Aug 10, 2021
Depending on your contract, there are usually clauses that automatically convert it into a monthly term contract. Additionally, they often all require a notice to be given to avoid that extension. While your specifics may differ, you need to contact a lawyer to review your contract more in... View More
My wife and I have had a guardianship of a little boy for almost 6 years. We filed adoption almost 2 years ago, bio mom signed consent. Bio dad showed up to 1 of 3 mediations and 30% of visitations.
Divorce looks imminent for us, but we want to make sure our boy is safe with us.
answered on Aug 10, 2021
Technically, if the adoption is not final before you divorce then it will become an issue, as the statute does not allow two single people to adopt the same child. It can be one person or one married couple. If you get divorced after the adoption is final then you will have custody questions just... View More
... where they want to , using county road right away in Roger's county oklahoma, then threatened me with sherriff to have me removed for voicing my opinion. It's not right, not fair, is this a law that just tramples the rights of property owner and not the fairly takes in account... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2021
Utility easements are often written into the legal description of the land. Additionally, even if not, but they have record of the utility easement and that can be proven (which from my experience they usually have their information together before doing any work) - then yes they can without... View More
I have proof of him threatening me directly and through another person. He has harassed me on and off since I dated him a year ago. He harassed me and other girl last night and is not threatening to post said video as a way to keep me quiet about his harassment last night.
answered on Aug 4, 2021
Contact an attorney as well as file a police report regarding the harassment and threats, and consider potentially filing a VPO. There are specific statutes regarding this type of crime and it should be taken seriously.
I would like to set up a booth at a local art & craft fair in the state Oklahoma
answered on Aug 4, 2021
Short answer, yes you may accept donations without a tax number, because by default your tax number is your social security number that you use on all your tax forms. The donations WILL be considered Income that you will still be liable paying taxes on as income. For further information contact... View More
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