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When Do Alimony Payments Stop in Oklahoma?
When do alimony payments stop? It's going to be, well, based on the terms of the decree, it should have the exact date that it stops. Read more »Oklahoma Adoption: If I Adopt My Wife’s Child, Will We Still Get Child Support?
It's a fairly simple question by Oklahoma law, and that is when an adoption is finalized, that does terminate a child support obligation. Read more »Can I Adopt My Spouse's Child in Oklahoma?
Adoption depends on different factors. If the other parent consents to the adoption, it's an easier process compared to no consent. Read more »What Papers Do I Need to File to Begin a Divorce Process in Oklahoma?
There are a few things to start the divorce process. The main thing, obviously, is a petition for the dissolution of marriage. Read more »What is the Difference Between Annulment and Divorce in Oklahoma?
If the marriage is annulled, it's like it never happened. A divorce will end a marriage, but it shows the marriage still happened. Read more »What is a Divorce by Default in Oklahoma?
If they do not file a response, which would be typically an answer, then you can file a motion for default judgment Read more »Is Blackmail a Crime in Oklahoma?
Blackmail is communicating an intent to extort or gain anything from another person or compel another to do something against their will. Read more »Oklahoma Law: Should I answer Police Questions?
In most cases, it's in your best interest to hire an attorney beforehand, before you start speaking with the police. Read more »How to See if Someone is in Tulsa County Jail
Finding Someone in Booking Is Easy as Can Be Video Transcribed: How do you see if someone is in Tulsa County Jail? I’m James Wirth. I am an Oklahoma attorney. That’s the topic that we have, and you can look at the booking info. That’s the answer, Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office, that maintains David […] Read more »Oklahoma Law: What Happens If I Don't Pay My Spouse's Alimony?
If you don't pay your spouse support, your ex could file an application for a contempt citation, that you're violating the court's order. Read more »Can You Get Oklahoma Unemployment Benefits if You Quit Due to Harassment?
Harassment is a way that applicants can show they had good cause for quitting their job. Applicants should still qualify for benefits. Read more »How to Get Unemployment Benefits in Oklahoma?
To claim Oklahoma unemployment benefits, you can either apply online or call the Oklahoma unemployment number. Read more »Oklahoma Unemployment: Can You Get Benefits if You Were Fired for Misconduct at Your Previous Job?
If an employer says that you were guilty of misconduct in the workplace, you have a chance to show that either you weren't or wrongly accused. Read more »Can You Collect Oklahoma Unemployment if You Quit Due to Unsafe Work Conditions?
Voluntarily quitting your job will disqualify you from receiving any benefits. There is an exception if there was good cause for quitting. Read more »Oklahoma Unemployment: What Do I Do if I Am Denied My Benefits?
The first thing you need to do is make an appeal. You should get notified that your benefits are denied, and there will be steps on how to appeal. Read more »What if My Spouse Evades Service of Divorce Papers in Oklahoma?
The important thing about service is there are always ways to get it. There are multiple options available if one doesn't work. Read more »What Happens if I Do Not Sign the Divorce Papers in Oklahoma?
So what happens if you refuse to sign it at all and aren't negotiating? Well, that means it has to go further through the litigation process. Read more »Oklahoma Attorney James Wirth Interview with KOCO-TV Channel 5
Man Arrested for 130-Mile Joyride on Back of Semi-truck KOCO-TV Channel 5 reached out to Wirth Law Office for questions in terms of legal prosecutions that would apply in this scenario. “This is just a really unusual scenario but the law was prepared for it. Loitering in or around without permission of the owner, […] Read more »Tulsa Attorney James Wirth Interview with KFOR
KFOR reached out to Wirth Law Office to discuss about charging child neglect when mothers are suspected of medical marijuana use. Read more »Does Divorce Have to be Filed in the Same State as the Marriage?
It's not based on where you got married, it's usually based on where you're living now. To get a legal separation, you have to be a resident. Read more »What is the Difference Between Fault and No-Fault Divorce in Oklahoma?
When it comes to fault divorces, you have to prove it. You could prove abandonment for one year or longer, adultery, impotency, cruelty, etc. Read more »What Are Some of the Most Common Financial Mistakes Made during Divorce?
If you have properties that you owned before the marriage, do not mix them with marital. Don't put your spouse's name on it. Read more »Can I Oppose a Divorce in Oklahoma?
You can file a counterclaim. The answer you can say is that there is no need for a divorce, and there is no irreconcilable incompatibility. Read more »Can Things I Purchase for My Child Count Toward My Child Support?
If you buy things for your child, keep receipts if a child support order has not been entered. If it goes forward and they request it. Read more »How Does Child Support Get Paid If My Ex Goes to Jail?
If your ex-spouse is locked up, it can be challenging to collect child support. However, there are multiple ways to collect it. Read more »
