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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 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

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
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answered on Jun 10, 2024

When a person has a Creative Commons license, it means they have chosen to share their work with certain permissions for others to use it. This license allows others to use, distribute, and sometimes modify the work, depending on the specific terms of the license. Creative Commons licenses come in... View More

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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 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

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 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 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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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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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?

Timothy Carignan
Timothy Carignan
answered on May 31, 2024

Normally, any transaction involving real property needs to be in writing. If there is anything, even in a letter, to indicate that this was your father’s desire for you to ultimately become owner of the property, it would help your case. If it passed completely to your stepmother, the she would... 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

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Oklahoma on
Q: My girlfriend's friend is threatening to burn some of the belongings that she forgot at her house after she moved out

My girlfriend lived with her friend for like 2 months, and then she decided to move out since they did not see eye to eye anymore, but since then my girlfriend realized she left some belonging's there including an expensive purse, but the friend nor the friends mom want to give it back, and... View More

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answered on May 28, 2024

You should address this situation quickly to prevent any potential harm to your girlfriend's belongings. First, have your girlfriend formally request her belongings back in writing, such as through a text or email, making sure to list the specific items she wants returned. This provides a... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Oklahoma on
Q: My girlfriend's friend is threatening to burn some of the belongings that she forgot at her house after she moved out

My girlfriend lived with her friend for like 2 months, and then she decided to move out since they did not see eye to eye anymore, but since then my girlfriend realized she left some belonging's there including an expensive purse, but the friend nor the friends mom want to give it back, and... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 3, 2024

From a practical standpoint, personal property laws aside, you could consider letting it go. How much did the purse and other belongings cost, in comparison to costs of legal recovery actions, stress, aggravation, in what could amount to an impossible, no-win situation. Good luck

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need to procure to counter sue my neighbor for loss of wages and emotional/psychological damage

Charged neighbor with stocking / harassment. Testified against him in court. His father was charged with something he didn't do. We didn't file for this. We told the court it was an inaccurate charge. The father is suing us for loss of wages in the amount of $10000.

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answered on May 28, 2024

To counter sue your neighbor for loss of wages and emotional or psychological damage, you need a lawyer experienced in personal injury and defamation cases. This type of lawyer can handle cases involving harassment, false accusations, and emotional distress.

Your lawyer will help you gather...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Oklahoma on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need to procure to counter sue my neighbor for loss of wages and emotional/psychological damage

Charged neighbor with stocking / harassment. Testified against him in court. His father was charged with something he didn't do. We didn't file for this. We told the court it was an inaccurate charge. The father is suing us for loss of wages in the amount of $10000.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 6, 2024

You could reach out to attorneys who handle cases involving emotional distress. However, you have some other elements in there, so make these clear to any attorneys you reach out to. Emotional distress claims fall under a number of different headings, from intentional tort (such as intentional... View More

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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 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 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 Consumer Law and Contracts for Oklahoma on
Q: How long do you have to sue a company

In Oklahoma and can somebody help me

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 11, 2024

An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney about your matter, the short answer is that it depends on the legal theory. You are asking about statutes of limitations, deadlines for filing a legal action. In... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Environmental, Land Use & Zoning and Municipal Law for Oklahoma on
Q: How do I make to where I don't have to mow my yard? How can I make this work to feed the bees and let nature be natural?

I wanna feed the bees w/ the natural growth of my yard, I don't have time to plant flowers or mow my yard. I don't have the money nor the time to take care of it and I love suppling the wild life with a safe natural home and food. It's my home I don't see what's wrong with... View More

Charles Watts
Charles Watts
answered on May 8, 2024

While I understand your preference, the city is allowed to enact city codes for the safety and welfare of the citizens within the city limits. Tall grass is one of these items because, whether we agree or not, can create a hazardous condition in the event of grass fires. Unfortunately this... View More

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