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Alimony in Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Whether you are male or female, if you have been married for a significant period of time and are now divorced, you may have to pay alimony to your former spouse. Here is a brief description of how alimony works in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. What is Alimony in Tahlequah, Oklahoma? Alimony, also called “spousal support,” is […] Read more »
When Can I Modify My Tahlequah Divorce Decree?
You can modify a Tahlequah divorce decree if you have proof of a significant change in circumstances that has taken place since your divorce decree was granted and that was not anticipated, and such that it now causes the terms of your divorce decree to be unreasonable. Modifying Property Division After Tahlequah, Oklahoma Divorce Although […] Read more »
How Marital Property is Divided in a Tahlequah Divorce
Among the biggest concerns of divorcing spouses is how the assets that they have shared during their marriage will be divided after they divorce. Who will get the house? The car? The dog? States vary regarding how marital property is divided in a divorce. Here is a brief explanation of how property is divided between […] Read more »
What is Felony DUI in Tahlequah, Oklahoma?
There are serious consequences to any felony conviction in Oklahoma. Be convicted of a felony and you may be sentenced to spend time in a state penitentiary and ordered to pay stiff fines. In addition, having a felony conviction on your record will make it more difficult to find employment, rent property, or work in […] Read more »Can I Get Jail Time for a DUI in Tahlequah, Oklahoma?
First-time DUI offenders are rarely sentenced to jail time in Oklahoma. Nonetheless, whether or not you receive jail time for a DUI in Tahlequah, Oklahoma will depend on a number of different factors, primarily: Where you were charged, a district or municipal court; Prior DUI offenses you have on your record; Did the DUI result […] Read more »How to Stop Your Ex From Moving to Another State with Your Children
If your ex is planning to move to another state with your children, you may be able to stop the move by lodging a formal objection with the family court. Read further to learn about family law in Tahlequah and how it can help you prevent your ex from relocating your children. How to Object to Your […] Read more »How Oklahoma’s DUI-D Law Affects Citizens in Tahlequah
Oklahoma’s new DUI-D law makes it illegal to drive with even trace amounts of illegal drugs in your system. The new law creates a zero-tolerance standard for driving with the presence of metabolites that indicate the recent use of any Schedule I controlled substance in your body. Of specific concern are metabolites indicating the recent […] Read more »The Difference Between Physical and Legal Custody in Tahlequah
Child custody is without a doubt the single most contentious family law issue caused by divorce. There are basically two forms of child custody in Tahlequah, Oklahoma: Physical custody; and Legal custody. Read further to find out the difference between physical and legal custody in Tahlequah. The Difference Between Physical and Legal Custody in Tahlequah […] Read more »Will Adultery Affect My Divorce Settlement in Tahlequah ?
Acts of adultery are often hard for couples to get past. Studies have shown that 50% of all married couples struggle with issues of adultery at some point during the marriage, which becomes the basis for divorce in approximately one-third of these cases. Issues with Adultery in a Tahlequah, Oklahoma Divorce Adultery can be simply defined as […] Read more »How Misdemeanors are Processed in Tahlequah, Oklahoma
In many states, misdemeanors are divided into categories based on the severity of the underlying crime. For example, Class 1 for the most serious misdemeanor offenses and Class 2 and 3 for less serious offenses. In Oklahoma, however, no such distinction is made among misdemeanor crimes, and all misdemeanors are subject to a maximum of […] Read more »The Difference Between DUI And DWI In Tahlequah, Oklahoma
If you are unaware of the difference between DUI and DWI in Oklahoma, you are one of many. In Oklahoma, DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence, while DWI stands for Driving While Impaired. Read further to find out the difference between DUI and DWI in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. DUI Vs. DWI In Tahlequah, Oklahoma In […] Read more »How Liability Is Determined In A Tahlequah Personal Injury Case
Liability is based on fault in a Tahlequah personal injury case. This means that an individual will not be required to compensate you for injuries you have sustained in an accident unless that person is at fault to some degree. Fault in a Tahlequah personal injury case is based on negligence or intent. Someone is […] Read more »How Long It Takes To Settle A Tahlequah Personal Injury Claim
The length of time it will take to settle your personal injury claim in Tahlequah, Oklahoma will depend on a number of different factors, primarily the nature and extent of your injuries and whether you need to file a lawsuit or not. A Tahlequah attorney can help you make these determinations. How The Nature Of […] Read more »How Are Damages Decided In A Tahlequah, Oklahoma Personal Injury Case?
This article explains how damages are determined and by whom as well as which factors will be taken into consideration in determining the amount of damages you will be awarded in a Tahlequah, Oklahoma personal injury case. This information will be helpful to you and your Tahlequah attorney when deciding if filing a personal injury […] Read more »What To Say (Or Not) To The Police In Tahlequah, Oklahoma
If you are being questioned by the police, it is most likely because you or someone you know is suspected of having engaged in illegal activity. People are often unsure about what they should do when they find themselves in this situation. Here then, is the single most important thing to do when questioned by […] Read more »
The Difference Between Probation And Parole In Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Though in popular media and other kinds of public discourse you can find a great deal of attention given to crime and the criminal justice system, more often than not you will find hardly any emphasis on probation or parole, specifically. So, it should not be a surprise to hear that most people are unaware […] Read more »Sentences For Felonies In Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Theoretically, the sentence for a criminal offense should be proportionate to the severity of the crime. Thus, the primary difference between a misdemeanor crime and a felony crime is the severity of the sentence you will receive if convicted of the offense. Here is an overview of the sentences for felonies in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Misdemeanor […] Read more »Get Out of Jail In Tahlequah, Oklahoma
When someone is arrested and placed in jail in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, their first concern is usually how to get out. The good news is that, with exception of those being held without bail, every citizen has the constitutional right to have bail set for their release, in a timely fashion and at a reasonable amount. […] Read more »Tahlequah Attorney In Time Magazine
Wirth Law Office proudly sponsored Time Magazine’s 2014 Person of the Year edition. Read more »
Wirth Law Group Launches Tahlequah Division
Wirth Law Office branched out into Tahlequah in December 2012 with the opening of a division to serve residents of Cherokee County and others who need representation in Cherokee County District Court. Tahlequah attorney Jennifer O’Daniel joined forces with the Wirth Law Group to make the expansion into eastern Oklahoma a success. O’Daniel brings to […] Read more »
