BARTLESVILLE LAW BLOG

This blog will discuss the law as it affects residents of Bartlesville and the surrounding area. We plan to add new blog posts weekly. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for topics you would like discussed, contact the Persaud Law Office. Also, if you have questions about legal topics, please feel free to submit them.

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Kyle Persaud

5 days ago
5 min

What Happens When You Get a DUI in Oklahoma?

What Happens When You Get a DUI in Oklahoma? This depends on a variety of factors. Learn more about Oklahoma's DUI laws here.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 27
4 min

What Are the Rights and Duties of a Guardian?

As a legal guardian, you have very important rights, but also very important duties. Learn more about the rights & duties of a guardian here

Kyle Persaud

Jul 20
6 min

How Can I Get Legal Guardianship of a Child?

This is the second post in a three-part series on guardianships. This post will show how you can obtain guardianship of a child.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 13
4 min

How to Prepare to Assign Temporary Guardianship for a Child

If you have minor children, it’s a good idea to appoint someone to be the children’s guardian, in the event that you pass away. Learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 9
5 min

McGirt v. Oklahoma and What It Means for Bartlesville

A recent Supreme Court decision ruled that all of Bartlesville, and all of eastern Oklahoma, is within an Indian reservation.

Kyle Persaud

Jul 6
7 min

Are online wills any good?

If you're creating a will, you might ask, "Are online wills any good?" Here, I outline 5 reasons NOT to use DIY will-creating websites.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 29
5 min

What to Do After You've Been Sued in Oklahoma

If you have been sued in Oklahoma, you may be wondering, "What can I do? What is going to happen?" Learn what to do if you've been sued here

Kyle Persaud

Jun 22
2 min

¿Puede una persona que no es ciudadana obtener una licencia de conducir en Oklahoma?

Click here to read in English Si no es ciudadano estadounidense: Puede obtener una licencia de conducir de Oklahoma si reside en ese esta...

Kyle Persaud

Jun 22
2 min

Can a Non-Citizen Get a Driver's License in Oklahoma?

If you are an Oklahoma resident & a non-citizen, you might ask, "Can a non-citizen get a driver's license in OK?" Click here to learn more.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 15
2 min

COVID-19 Law: Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and the U.S.

Need help finding COVID-19 laws in Bartlesville and throughout Oklahoma or any other US state? Click here for the latest COVID-19 laws.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 8
3 min

What Is Summary Administration?

A summary administration is a simpler, more streamlined form of probate. Read more on summary administration here.

Kyle Persaud

Jun 1
5 min

What is Considered a "Small Estate" in Oklahoma?

You may wonder: What is a small estate in Oklahoma? Read more to find out what is considered a "Small Estate" in Oklahoma.

Kyle Persaud

May 26
5 min

Unwed Fathers in Oklahoma: Know Your Paternity Rights

Unmarried fathers have certain rights in Oklahoma. This post will talk all about unwed fathers and their rights.

Kyle Persaud

May 18
4 min

Civil Law vs. Criminal Law: Know the Difference

Civil law is any court case that is not a criminal case. Criminal law deals with crime and the legal punishment of criminal offenses.

Kyle Persaud

May 11
2 min

Sponsoring a Relative - What happens if a relative turns 21 or changes marital status?

This is the third post in a three-part series where I answer commonly asked questions about sponsoring a relative.

Kyle Persaud

May 4
2 min

Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor More than One Person?

In this post, I answer the question, "Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor More than One Person?"

Kyle Persaud

Apr 27
4 min

What Relatives Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor?

This post is the first of a three-part series. In this part, we will discuss what relatives a U.S. citizen or LPR may sponsor.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 20
3 min

How Much Does Probate Cost in Oklahoma?

Costs in probate cases in Oklahoma include attorney's fees, fees of accountants, and court costs. Exact costs vary from case to case.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 13
6 min

How to Challenge Property Tax Assessments in Oklahoma

If you believe your property tax is too high in Oklahoma, read the following article on how you may appeal.

Kyle Persaud

Apr 6
3 min

Signs You Should Hire a Child Custody Attorney

In this post, I explain when you should and should not hire a custody attorney.

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