Executive Summary: Arbitration clauses require disputes to be resolved outside of court through a private arbitration process. Under the Federal Arbitration Act and Oklahoma law, courts usually enforce these clauses. While arbitration may resolve disputes faster, it can limit discovery, remove the right to a jury trial, and reduce appeal options. Reviewing arbitration terms in contracts is essential because they can Read More

Executive Summary: In Oklahoma, the difference between a slip and fall and a trip and fall matters legally. Each involves different types of hazards, evidence, and responsibilities for the property owner. Knowing how the fall occurred helps determine liability and affects your chances in court. Prompt medical care, documentation, and legal guidance are key. You’re walking through a parking lot, down a store aisle, Read More

  Executive Summary: Being on medical or family leave doesn’t always protect your job in Oklahoma. While federal laws like FMLA, ADA, and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act offer some protection, you can still be fired for valid reasons unrelated to your leave. If you believe the firing was retaliation or discrimination, you may have a legal claim, but you’ll need to act fast and gather proof. You’re on leave, maybe Read More

Executive Summary: In Oklahoma, wrongful death claims must be filed by the personal representative of the estate, typically on behalf of surviving family members. Recoverable damages include medical costs, lost financial support, pain and suffering, and emotional loss. The deadline to file is two years from the date of death. These claims are civil lawsuits focused on financial compensation, not criminal Read More

  Executive Summary: In Oklahoma, verbal agreements can be legally binding, but they’re harder to prove than written contracts. Some agreements must be in writing to be enforced, like real estate or long-term leases. Courts will look for evidence that both parties intended and followed through on the deal. If you’re owed money or work based on a verbal promise, legal action may still be possible. Let’s say you Read More

  Executive Summary: Insurance companies often delay, underpay, or deny claims using tactics like lowball offers, technical denials, or misrepresenting coverage. These actions are common in Oklahoma and across the country. Knowing your rights and documenting everything can help protect your claim. If things don’t improve, you may need legal support to hold the insurer accountable. You pay your premiums on time. You Read More

Executive Summary: If you report illegal activity or harassment at work and are subsequently punished for it, you may be experiencing retaliation, which is prohibited under both state and federal law. Keep records, follow reporting steps, file a complaint with the EEOC or state agency, and seek legal support. Retaliation cases are the most common claims filed with the EEOC. Acting quickly helps protect your Read More

If you saw something illegal happening at work, would you feel safe speaking up? Many people stay quiet out of fear of losing their job, being demoted, or being mistreated by coworkers or management. However, under both federal and Oklahoma law, employees are protected when they report illegal conduct at work. Whether it’s fraud, safety violations, discrimination, or harassment, you have legal rights. Here’s what Read More

A bad injury can change your life. But some injuries go beyond short-term pain or a few weeks off work. These are the kinds of injuries that leave people permanently disabled, unable to return to work, or needing full-time care. In the legal world, these are called “catastrophic injuries.” Understanding what qualifies as catastrophic can help you or your loved ones make informed decisions if you’re facing long-term Read More

Most people understand what workplace discrimination looks like—being treated unfairly because of your race, gender, age, religion, or disability. But what if you’re passed over for a promotion because you’re white? Or because you’re straight? Or because you belong to any other majority group? That’s called reverse discrimination, and yes, it’s illegal, too. The issue isn’t just theoretical. A recent U.S. Supreme Read More