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I informed my landlord about black mold and a water leak in my house in June 2024, but she never attempted to fix it, stating it was too expensive. Recently, after I threatened legal action due to the mold which has made both me and my cat very ill, she retaliated by issuing an eviction notice,... View More 
What are the chances of my neighbor winning a dispute claiming my husband damaged their car windshield by hitting a golf ball, when we have Ring camera footage showing he was not home at the time of the alleged incident? We have no prior contact with this neighbor, and they do not have video... View More
I have a friend who was riding an electric bike and hit a curb, causing him to flip over the handlebars and hit his head. Someone called an ambulance, and he was taken to Integris Hospital on South Western and South West 44th Street, where they sutured his cuts but didn't x-ray his head,... View More
My mother, who was covered by marketplace insurance, was undergoing cancer treatment when she missed several appointments after the doctor's office informed her that her insurance was inactive. The marketplace changed her insurance policy without notifying us, causing treatment delays. My... View More
I have a pending bodily injury claim with my insurance due to a car accident involving my wife, who is on my policy. We plan to sell our home in about a month, but the claim hasn't been settled yet. My adjuster asked if I had another auto insurance policy or umbrella coverage. If our home sale... View More
My elderly relative fell out of bed at home despite having bed rails. She received stitches afterward. The caregiver is not licensed, has been putting her to bed for a year without issues, and was not present during the incident. The only other person present was her husband who was in bed with... View More
I was kicked out of a place where I had a verbal agreement to stay without paying rent. The person who kicked me out kept my belongings. His wife witnessed this, and he claims I didn't retrieve my items quickly enough, mentioning they were thrown away. He has threatened me. Can I still take... View More
I found an unknown white pill in my cereal (General Mills dyno bites) purchased from Dollar General in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and I live in Spiro, Oklahoma. When I bit into the cereal, the pill chipped my already broken tooth. I did not taste any residue since I immediately spit it out. The pill is... View More
I'm disabled, and my payee is stealing money and food subsidies provided by my insurance. Additionally, she has stolen my identity to obtain WIC food assistance, of which 90% is taken by her and her daughter. This situation has been ongoing for 7 years. I have no evidence, but a quick audit by... View More
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answered on Feb 19, 2025
I'm so sorry you're experiencing this devastating abuse and exploitation - your situation sounds incredibly difficult and traumatic. You absolutely have the right to seek justice and protection.
Yes, you can take legal action against your payee for financial abuse, which is a... View More
I contacted the head physician by phone on 12/6/24 and I was informed by the head physician that I will receive a phone call by his nurse with another appointment and I have not received a call. I have asked requested and demanded my seizure medication and I received gabapentin and vitamin D this... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
It sounds like you are dealing with a frustrating and potentially dangerous situation. If you are being denied your seizure medication without explanation, you have the right to demand answers. Start by documenting everything—dates, times, and details of every call, request, and response you’ve... View More
The truck never stopped. I was in OU Hospital for a week I was ICU as well, I'm also 6 mons pregnant. I'm wondering if anyone would be interested in my case, I would like to see that person bought to justice thank you. I was struck on Rockwell and 16th Oklahoma City Ok. I was walking from... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2025
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Yes, there could be attorneys interested in your case. But the format of this Q & A forum doesn't work like a referral service. You would need to reach out to attorneys on your own. I'm sorry about... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. It doesn't look like a lawsuit that most firms would handle. Although your frustration is understandable, unless there were significant damages of a lingering nature, it sounds... View More
He was drunk. The lady he hit is suing. None of this was my fault.
answered on Jun 18, 2024
Hire an attorney. This could lead to serious criminal consequences for you.
Injunction Writ of Mundanus judicial cause for penal damages 12 C.F.R. § 1806.503.
Sec1806-503-books account records and government
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
The case you mentioned, involving H Force Wood, the County Department, and the Wood County Circuit Court, seems complex. An injunction writ of mandamus is a court order compelling a government entity or official to perform a duty they are legally obligated to complete. This writ is typically used... View More
I’m not seeking representation or legal advice, but I just need someone to make sure I get the right legal forms and make sure I file them correctly. I will everything for the case but I just need someone to kind of help me make sure it’s done right.
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Your best option is to make inquiries with attorneys about your needs and see what kind of response you get. Some attorneys do handle such projects, but it could depend on the nature and size of the case. If it is large or contentious, some attorneys could be hesitant about a minor project which... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
An illegal eviction occurs when a landlord removes a tenant from a property without following the legal process required by state or local laws. This can include changing the locks, physically removing the tenant's belongings, shutting off utilities, or using threats to force the tenant out... View More
“On December 28th of 2023, my wife became critically ill with Flu “A” and severe double pneumonia. She was taken to a hospital in Oklahoma City and placed on a ventilator. Sadly my wife suffered a hypoxic brain injury due to the lack of oxygen her brain was getting. Now she is in a nursing... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2024
A Texas or Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your wife's ordeal. Carriers do deny claims on the basis of differing medical opinions. Only a local attorney could advise on the validity of the carrier's denial under... View More
I broke two transverse processes in the fall
answered on Feb 13, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, you could reach out to local attorneys to discuss in more detail. Most injury firms offer free initial consults. Good luck
18 year old also was driving and had a collision while drunk driving and received dui should the 19 year old be punished as well for purchasing it
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In Oklahoma, both the legal drinking age and the legal age for purchasing alcohol are 21. If a 19-year-old illegally purchased alcohol and provided it to an 18-year-old who subsequently got involved in a collision while driving under the influence, the 19-year-old could potentially face legal... View More
Switch his case to mental health court before trial his medically I'll and has disabilities and medical problems
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
In Oklahoma, transferring a case to a mental health court can be a complex process, especially if the trial is already underway. Mental health courts are designed to handle cases involving defendants with mental illnesses and may offer more appropriate resources and outcomes for such individuals.... View More
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