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You should photograph the area where you fell before it’s repaired or altered. Try to take the pictures at roughly the same time of day so the lighting conditions match. You should also consult an attorney in your jurisdiction who handles these cases on a contingency‑fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless there is a recovery. If you’d like, you can contact one of us and we can help connect you with a contingency‑fee attorney at no cost.     ... Read Answer

There is no duty of good faith or "bad faith" with an opposing party if their lawyer, avoiding a default judgement is possible but you're going to need to file quickly and it may be possible to agree on a decree that provides the terms you are wanting.    It is very common to ask for sole custody but to submit a decree with Joint custody.  I'd recommend you meet with a lawyer in your area to protect your rights.... Read Answer

Hi Sean. You should retain an injury attorney on contingency fee, which means you pay nothing unless you win the case. Insurance companies do not take unrepresented parties seriously as you are finding out. If you need help finding an attorney in Oklahoma reach out to one of us privately, and we will help you find one. ... Read Answer

I'm sorry for your loss. Many lawyers who include probate in their practices would give you a free initial consultation.  More information is needed to help, Oklahoma hasn't adopted forms for Probate practice as situations can vary so much. Depending on how they were held or titled, sometimes houses and cars can pass without probate.  There are also some estates that qualify for a more simple procedure, I recommend that you call some lawyers.... Read Answer

If you are able to prove that the rash is caused by exposure within a work environment, yes. Putting the employer on notice that there is a work-related injury is the first step and there are certain deadlines that must be met to initiate a claim. I would recommend contacting your employer's HR or individual over their Workers Comp claims and reaching out to a licensed OK attorney who practices in Workers Compensation for input on specific deadlines and procedures.... Read Answer

If your ex-son-inlaw is suing you, some additional information would help in trying to respond to your question.  If you have insurance, it may provide for hiring a lawyer to represent you.  Call an attorney to schedule an itial consultation. Some of the law schools also have legal clinics, if you live near OU in Norman, or University of Tulsa in Tulsa, that could be a good place to start.  If you are being sued, giving people you are talking to a copy of the Petition would significantly improve y our chance of getting helpful answers.... Read Answer

It isn't clear how this could be a "wrongful death" question, I wasn't aware from your question that anyone had died.  If there was an accident, you should hire a personal injury attorney to file suit on your behalf, if you were injured for the injury, if your vehicle was damaged, for the property damage.  If you are being accused of shooting at someone, you should speak with a criminal defense attorney.  More information is needed to determine why no accurate police report has been created.  If any police report is created but not accurate, you can request that it be amended or corrected. Call some lawyers to schedule an initial consultation.... Read Answer

Your question was posted under "Power of Atty" it really fits "Family Law" or "Annulment" best.  If there was a mistake, or something that prevented one or both of you from being able to form the requisite intent to enter into a marriage, an attorney may be able to convince the Judge that an annulment is appropriate, otherwise, they often say all the things you said apply to many people who need divorces. Call an attorney in or near the county where you live, if an anulment is not granted, the Judge will grant a dissolution of marriage and you'll both be able to move on.... Read Answer

Your question was posted under "Family Law" but it appears to be "Criminal".  Failing to appear can itself be a violation of law, especially if already out on an O/R bond.  A person with a warrant out can't just pay the fine, they could contact the court (best through a lawyer) to explain what happened and ask if the failure to appear may be dropped and if they could pay any underlying fine to clear the matter up. Contact an attorney in or near the county where the charge and warrant are.... Read Answer

You may be entitled to use the Oklahoma small estate affidavit process. You should contact the county clerk for Probate in the county where your uncle died. Typically, a full Probate in Oklahoma does not need to happen, if the person died with assets of $50,000 or less. In that event, one of the heirs can file a small estate affidavit and after the court enters appropriate orders, the funds can be released to the rightful heirs. ... Read Answer

So, a court cannot force a parent to see their child. But a court can force a child to see their parent. If you choose to not have any visitation rights to your child, the only consequences would be a probable increase in child support payments. The policy of courts is to fix the child support amount in proportion to the amount of time each parent spends with the child. Accordingly, if you do not wish to see your child anymore, then your ex would most likely make a motion to increase your child support. ... Read Answer

No, unfortunately, the immediate relative category under which you are filing (US citizen filing for spouse, parent, or child under the age of 21 and unmarried) does not allow for dependents. You will have to file separate petitions. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee & Arthur Lee, Esqs.’ (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.... Read Answer

Whether your wife obtained her permanent residence through marriage to you or through asylum does not matter in the consideration of whether she can apply on the basis of having been a resident for three years. To take advantage of the rule, she must have been a permanent resident for three years (can apply up to 90 days in advance of the three years); lived in marital union constantly with you during the three year period prior to application; and you must have been a US citizen during the three years. If she meets those conditions, she can qualify for three years citizenship. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee & Arthur Lee, Esqs.’ (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.... Read Answer

Dealing with the IRS is a difficult and time consuming process.  Green Country Law Group has attorneys experienced in that area, one who has a Masters of Law in Taxation.  Give us a call at 918-456-6113 and be prepared to provde your full contact information.  Once we establish an attorney-client relationship, we will get to work correcting your situation.... Read Answer

I am sorry to hear of your loss.  I know this is a difficult and confusion process, but our attorneys are experienced in the probate law and can assist you with this complex process.  Please call Green Country Law Group at 918-456-6113 and be prepared to provide your full contact information so that we can provide the documents necessary to establish the attorney-client relationship.... Read Answer

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your parents.  I realize this is a difficult and confusing time.  In order to answer your question, I would have to know more.  Issues such as these require a review of the types of assets and the types of ownership.  For instance, real property (land and homes) can be owned in joint tenancy or tenancy in common.  Joint tenancy does not require probate, while the other will. Please call Green Country Law Group at 918-456-6113 and leave your relevant information for further legal guidance once an attorney-client relationship has been established.        ... Read Answer