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When fighting a protective order in Wagoner County, there are many important things to consider. In Oklahoma, protective orders are legal instruments issued by the court. Most of the time these are there to prevent acts of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or sexual assault. While access to these orders is crucial for the safety and protection of individuals facing genuine threats, there can be…
Dying without a will in Wagoner County is fairly common. When an individual dies without a will, the law of “intestate succession” will apply. Under this law, the property of the deceased will go to his or her close relatives. Here’s how Estate Planning and property inheritance works in these circumstances. Dying Without a Will Spousal Share When a persona dies with a will…
Violating a protective order in Wagoner County is a fairly common crime. Often it involves a person who acts against the order due to revenge or anger purposes. For example, a the Choctaw man here in Oklahoma kidnapped his ex-wife from Broken Arrow after she filed a protective order against him. The man took her from her home and transported her to Siloam Springs, Arkansas. …
Recently one of our clients was in a terrible car accident in Broken Arrow. The accident totaled his car and sent him straight to the hospital. Unfortunately our client didn’t have insurance on his car. Because of this, as insurance company’s always do, his claim was contested. In the end we were able to settle his case and get him a fairly lairage sum…
Expungements can remove or “seal” past offenses on your criminal record if you are eligible. Having a past charge or conviction available for the public eye can impose a multitude of burdens in your life when it comes to looking for a job, buying or renting a house, or simply keeping the reputation you need. People often want to know if their conviction is…
Stepchildren and Wills have to be specifically addressed in estate planning. A Health and Retirement Study conducted from 1995 to 2010, addresses a growing trend regarding stepchildren and wills. Of people in the age groups over 50 years old, 40% had no will or last testament. This could cause a unique problem for families that include genetic and step-children and wills. If a person…
It can be confusing to figure out the difference between common law and legal marriage. Oklahoma stands as one of the few states in the U.S. that recognizes common law marriages. Although similar in many respects to legal or ceremonial marriages, common law marriages in Oklahoma have distinct differences. This includes their own set of advantages and disadvantages. This article aims to delineate these…
Embezzlement crimes in Wagoner County are serious and if convicted carry potential for jail time. An example of an embezzlement crime is as follows. The Oklahoma Beef Council accounting manager has recently been indicted on embezzlement charges. Authorities believe the accounting manager stole over $2.6. She used a signature stamp that she was ordered to destroy. However, instead of discarding the stamp, the account…
Business bankruptcy in Wagoner County is a great option. Bankruptcy is a helpful tool for individuals and businesses alike. People generally know, so long as you qualify, you can file bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the bankruptcy code. However, when you consider filing bankruptcy on behalf of your business the answer is not so clear. There are several types of business…
Should I get a separation or divorce in Wagoner County is a common question we get asked? Many in Oklahoma wonder what is best for them when they find that their relationships with their significant others are damaged beyond repair. The Wagoner Attorneys at Kania Law Office provide you with this overview of some key differences between separation or divorce in Wagoner County. What’s…