Fixing Mistakes in a Signed Accident Affidavit — Oklahoma Guide
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, contact a licensed Oklahoma attorney. How Oklahoma law treats mistakes in signed accident affidavits Detailed answer — what can happen and what you should do Signed accident affidavits are formal statements that you make under oath or penalty of law. In […]
Read article →Appointment of a Guardian ad Litem for a Minor’s Settlement in Oklahoma
How the Court Appoints a Guardian ad Litem for a Minor’s Settlement in Oklahoma Not legal advice. This article explains general Oklahoma law and common court practice. Consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney for advice about your situation. Detailed answer — Overview of the appointment process When a minor (a person under 18) has a legal […]
Read article →Accessing a Minor’s Settlement for College or Medical Costs in Oklahoma
Short answer Yes — sometimes. Oklahoma courts typically require court approval for the settlement and distribution of a minor’s personal-injury or other legal settlement. That court process controls whether money can be paid out before the minor turns 18, and if so, how much and for what purposes (for example, medical bills, ongoing care, or […]
Read article →How to Get a Diminished Value Appraisal for Your Vehicle in Oklahoma
Detailed Answer Short answer: To prove diminished value of your vehicle in Oklahoma you will generally need a written diminished-value appraisal from a qualified vehicle appraiser that documents pre-loss value, post-repair condition, market comparables, and the appraiser’s method for calculating loss in market value. You then submit that appraisal and supporting evidence to the at-fault […]
Read article →Oklahoma: How Prior Accidents Affect a Truck Diminished Value Claim
Detailed Answer Overview: Diminished value means the loss in a vehicle’s market value after it has been damaged and repaired. In Oklahoma, prior accidents that occurred before you owned the truck matter because they establish the vehicle’s pre‑loss condition. Insurers and buyers compare the truck’s value right before the new accident (the “pre‑accident value”) with […]
Read article →Oklahoma: Risks of Granting a Life Estate Instead of Selling
Understanding the Risks When You Grant a Life Estate Instead of Selling Short answer: Granting the other owner a life estate gives that person use of the property for life but leaves long‑term control, tax, creditor and transfer risks for the grantor and any remaindermen. A life estate can solve some problems but creates others […]
Read article →How to Set Up an Annuity for Settlement Funds Held for a Child in Oklahoma
Setting Up an Annuity for Settlement Funds Held for a Child — What Oklahoma Parents and Guardians Need to Know Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Laws change and every situation is different. Talk with an Oklahoma attorney experienced in minors’ settlements or guardianship before you act. Detailed Answer — How […]
Read article →How to Include Out‑of‑State Real Property in Your Oklahoma Will
FAQ: Can I include a house located in another state in my Oklahoma will? Short answer: Yes. Under Oklahoma practice you can dispose of a house located in another state by naming it in your Oklahoma will, but the rules that actually control the title to that real property are set by the state where […]
Read article →Oklahoma: What to Do If an Insurance Company Refuses to Increase Its Final Offer
Options When an Oklahoma Insurer Refuses to Increase a Final Settlement Offer Short answer: You have multiple options depending on your policy, documents, and the reason the insurer gave for its final offer. Common next steps include asking for appraisal or rebuttal evidence, using contract remedies (mediation, arbitration, or lawsuit), and filing a consumer complaint […]
Read article →Calculating Lost Wages for Minor Neck and Back Injuries in Oklahoma
How to calculate wage loss after a minor neck or back injury in Oklahoma Purpose: Practical, step‑by‑step guidance on documenting and calculating lost wages when you missed work for emergency room care and physical therapy appointments after a minor neck or back injury. This is educational information only and not legal advice. Detailed answer — […]
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