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Although experts say it’s rare for staff members of a school, church or business to be charged with failure to report child abuse, a tougher Oklahoma law enacted in 2009 could make it much more common. In 2009, Oklahoma broadened its laws regarding the mandatory reporting of child abuse so that instead of requiring only doctors, teachers and other professionals ...

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Here at Oklahoma Legal Center, our car accident attorneys are aware of the fact that far too many teen drivers are killed or injured in Oklahoma collisions, which is why our Oklahoma City law firm is bringing attention to National Teen Driver Safety Week, running from October 14 to 20. With Oklahoma parents and teens working together to keep Oklahoma ...

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There may be a light at the end of the tunnel after all, as a recent Consumer Distress Index report released by CredAbility (a credit counseling and education service) shows consumer net worth is on the incline for some U.S. states, including Oklahoma. It wasn't that long ago that filing bankruptcy, defaulting on mortgages and receiving unemployment checks was the norm for many Americans, but for the first time in four years, consumers are fighting their way back to good financial health. According to the report, consumer net worth has improved, late payments on mortgages have hit a three-year low, and the U.S. savings rate is increasing, bringing the index score to 71.3 in the second quarter of 2012 – a 4.6-point incline over the past year. Unfortunately, financial recovery is uneven, as residents in some parts of the country remain economically distressed.

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According to Tulsa County Undersheriff Tim Albin, the establishment of a highly-publicized criminal justice law could result in backups at county jails across Oklahoma. The new statute, called House Bill 3052, requires mandatory supervision for convicted felons in Oklahoma who are discharging their sentence, and establishes a grant program within the Attorney General’s Office for local law enforcement agencies. The ...

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One of the most devastating injuries that may result from a car accident in Oklahoma is damage to the spinal cord, typically occurring when the back, neck or head is twisted beyond its normal range of motion during a collision. Unfortunately, the consequences associated with a spinal cord injury can be devastating, ranging from chronic pain to weakness, numbness, and ...

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The defective drug attorneys at Oklahoma Legal Center are offering free consultations for consumers who have suffered side effects associated with the recent GranuFlo recall issued by the FDA. On June 27, 2012, the FDA issued its second warning to consumers and the medical community about potential GranuFlo side effects, this time subjecting the dialysis product to a Class I ...

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Faced with thousands of dollars in credit card debt or student loans, many American consumers are wondering how they are going to pay off the debt they have accumulated over the past years or months. If you find yourself in this situation, rest assured that you're not alone. Millions of Americans are struggling with credit card debt and other types of debt, and many are finding it difficult to overcome this situation and finally achieve financial freedom in the face of the United States' current economic situation. By following these six steps to get yourself out of debt, you can work towards paying off your student loans, car loan, or credit card debt, and learn more about effectively managing your finances in the process.

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According to the American Bankruptcy Institute, 1.46 million individuals and 36,000 businesses filed for bankruptcy in 2011, and, although these numbers are historically high, they indicate that individual bankruptcy filings have actually dropped 8-10% over the past year. Bankruptcy is a federal court process designed to help individuals struggling with debt eliminate their debts altogether or repay them under the protection of the bankruptcy court. There are two main categories of bankruptcy in Oklahoma: Chapter 7 (liquidation) and Chapter 13 (reorganization). If you are considering filing for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Oklahoma, contact our experienced bankruptcy attorneys at Oklahoma Legal Center to discuss your best course of action.

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Hand Up Ministries, a nonprofit group that caters to sex offender housing, is set to file a lawsuit in district court, challenging the state of Oklahoma’s housing law involving convicted sex offenders. Dozens of Oklahoma sex offenders were forced to find alternate housing after a new law prohibiting offenders from living together in trailers took effect on July 1, 2012. ...

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Individuals charged with criminal offenses in Oklahoma should carefully consider their options before selecting a criminal defense attorney to represent their case. Even misdemeanor convictions in Oklahoma carry jail time of up to a year in some cases, and felony convictions can lead to a life sentence, or even the death penalty for the most serious crimes. In addition to ...

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