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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Public Benefits for Oklahoma on
Q: A deceased husband not living with wife. What is she entitled to ?
Timothy Carignan
Timothy Carignan
answered on Jun 12, 2024

If they’re still married, it doesn’t matter if they’re living apart. Typically, if a person dies without a will, the wife will receive everything unless there are children. This is yet another reason that everyone needs a will.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Oklahoma on
Q: Is dodging a stop sign a stoppable offense

Can the city clerk requesting a 50.00 dollar fee to be paid to them fir the release papers to take to the tow yard and pay them as well.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 23, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to check with a traffic ticket defense attorney who practices in your state, it is stoppable in just about all jurisdictions nationwide. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Election Law and Intellectual Property for Oklahoma on
Q: H Force Wood, County Department and Wood County Circuit Court 2:2024c v 01247 May 24, 2024

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

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Oklahoma on
Q: I backed into a car that was illegally parked in a private parking garage. Property said I wasn’t liable.

Private gated apartment garage. Backed into a guest of a resident that was parked in resident parking. Apartment said I wasn’t liable for damages since the car was illegally parked and technically trespassing. Am I liable? The resident said they didn’t know guest parking wasn’t allowed but... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 10, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but you posted last week. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney as to applicable statutes, such as the one your claimant mentions, the general rule is that the moving car would be liable. The fact that a vehicle is not parked in a valid spot... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Business Law, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Oklahoma on
Q: Can I find out how much a company made in a year legally without infringing on They're privacy ?

I had performed the job for a independent contractor that my boss was working for who is an independent contractor himself and afore mentioned party did not pay me.

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answered on Jun 15, 2024

Finding out how much a company made in a year can be tricky but there are legal ways to gather this information. If the company is publicly traded, you can access their financial statements, which are usually available on their website or through financial databases. These reports include annual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Oklahoma on
Q: How would I obtain my full electronic records from my D.O.B to the present day?

So, I believe there is some incorrect information/diagnosis in my medical records, and I need to know how I would get them corrected. Scenerio: So I go into a hospital under the influence, give my SSN and sign a release for my past medical info; they go into a computer system and pull all past... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 9, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney about what types of central databases are maintained, the answer in most places is that you'd need to reconstruct your file from the various medical... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Municipal Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Really use to drive my lawn mower down the street in the county of nowata, Oklahoma,74048.... I'm 35 years of age

Is it illegal to drive my lawn mower down the street in the county of nowata, Oklahoma,74048.... I'm 35 years of age

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

In Nowata County, Oklahoma, driving a lawn mower on public streets can be subject to specific local regulations. Generally, lawn mowers are not considered street-legal vehicles, and their use on public roads might be restricted. It’s important to check with local authorities or the sheriff’s... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Probate for Oklahoma on
Q: My father passed away in 2020. My stepmother remained in his house per his wishes.

It was a verbal agreement that she would remain in the home until she passed, or no longer wanted to live there. I recently discovered that she transferred ownership of the property to her son? Can I take this to probate court or has to too much time passed?

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answered on May 31, 2024

Hire an OK attorney now that handles real property litigation. You and the other heirs need to file an Ejectment, Trespass, Quiet Title, etc. action immediately. Also check the title prior to filing suit. Hopefully Probate will not be required for the heirs to have standing (I am not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Will my work pass the EB2 NIW?

I completed my Bachelor 's and Master's in computer science. I am currently self employed and working on a mobile app that collects real time data for tornadoes, earthquakes etc and notifies users if they are in an emergency area as well as helping them find the nearest shelter and guide... View More

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answered on May 31, 2024

Your work has the potential to qualify for an EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) based on its significant impact on public safety. The development of an app that provides real-time data on tornadoes, earthquakes, and guides users to safety addresses a critical need.

Your educational...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Oklahoma on
Q: In 2002 I received a wrongful termination judgement from a county agency. I did not add the settlement to my tax return

Is there a statute of limitations

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answered on May 31, 2024

When it comes to tax issues, the IRS typically has a statute of limitations of three years from the date you filed your return to audit you or assess additional taxes. However, if you omitted more than 25% of your gross income, this period extends to six years. For fraudulent returns or if no... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Communications Law and Civil Litigation for Oklahoma on
Q: What do I do if my boyfriend takes my vehicle without permission says if I call the cops he will total it
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answered on May 28, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about the situation with your boyfriend. Taking your vehicle without permission is a serious issue, and his threat to total it if you call the cops is very concerning. Your safety and well-being are the most important things to consider right now.

Firstly,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a police issue a ticket to the passenger of a vehicle for no insurance when the vehicle is not registered to them
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jun 1, 2024

Drivers and registered owners of a vehicle are required to have liability insurance and show proof thereof. They cited the passenger for not having insurance? Thank you for using Justia's Ask a Lawyer, but don't rely on what you are told here, consult a local attorney who will obtain all... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Copyright and Intellectual Property for Oklahoma on
Q: What does it mean when a person has a creative commons and arbitration license
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 4, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. There is a creative commons license that publishers follow in using certain publicly posted images, if that's the license you are talking about. As for the arbitration provision, it's possible that... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Wrongful Death for Oklahoma on
Q: my partner died , was at work had asthma attack they neglected to call an ambulance do i have a case
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 31, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm very sorry for your loss. You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. It might be worth acting without delay. If you do find a law firm that is interested in the matter, they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Oklahoma on
Q: Received no insurance got next day court fined payment plan state additional fine dot understand
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jun 1, 2024

You were cited for no insurance, the citation is as to the date you were cited. Just because you got it a day or week later is of no import. If you had obtained insurance on that day, even after the ticket- just before midnight- you could beat the ticket. But a day later- not a winner. Thank you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Police served a search warrant on my apt based on an informants false statements. I have ring doorbell video evidence

Wrong address and zip code. Forced open locked safe that was not listed on warrant. I told officers that the address was wrong on the warrant.

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answered on May 24, 2024

If the police served a search warrant on your apartment based on false statements and with incorrect address and zip code details, and forced open a locked safe not listed on the warrant, you have several legal options. First, gather all evidence, including the Ring doorbell video showing the wrong... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Oklahoma on
Q: 4 times I have had my vehicle searched by a drug sniffing dog from 1 cop who has NEVER found anything. I asked him why

It was he felt he had to get a k9 and he said it was his right as long as he didn't go out of his way for the reason he pulled me over ( plate bulb) that it was legit. At what point when nothing is found no tickets issued ever is this harrassment?how do I get this creep to stop stalking me and... View More

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answered on Jun 10, 2024

If you are being repeatedly searched by the same officer without any findings or tickets issued, it can indeed feel like harassment. It's important to document each incident, including dates, times, and any interactions you have with the officer. This record will be valuable if you decide to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Oklahoma on
Q: probated never used she by pass everything so she keep the money to herself and I get nothing. I found the Wills it said

Wills said I get 40 percent and she get the rest and it's been two years I haven't received anything.

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answered on May 14, 2024

Hire an OK attorney to probate the copy of the latest Will. But it is important to have some idea of the assets involved as it may not be worth it.

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Oklahoma on
Q: If a minor child receives SSI but does not live with their parent(s), is their guardian's income subject to deeming?

A minor child is disabled and will begin receiving SSI payments. They do not live with a parent and are placed with another family member permanently- not a grandparent. The child's parents retain rights and are ordered to pay child support but do not pay. Is the income of their designated... View More

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answered on May 12, 2024

In the situation you've described, where a minor child receiving SSI payments lives with a family member (other than a parent or grandparent) who is their designated guardian, the income of that guardian is generally not subject to deeming for SSI purposes.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Oklahoma on
Q: How can u get form for filing a lawsuit
Charles Watts
Charles Watts
answered on May 8, 2024

Depends on the lawsuit that you are wanting to file. However, and I am aware this may sound snide, but if you are asking how to get the form, you may want to have an attorney help you, because the form is only the start of the process, you must then follow the procedures to insure the suit is... View More

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