Norman Law Blog
Bankruptcy could help you start over after divorce
You were frustrated that you had to go through a divorce, but what made it worse was the debt that you ended up being left with. Your ex-spouse more or less walked away with no debt at all, while you found yourself in over your head with bills. If your divorce has...
Fighting back when your ex tries to alienate you from the kids
It may be the worst-case scenario in a divorce for a parent who loves their children. You show up to get your kids from your ex, only to have your ex tell you you can't have them. Maybe they go so far as to claim that the kids don't want to see you. Perhaps they won't...
Chapter 7 may be the last resort to get out of credit card debt
It can be so easy to simply charge purchases to a credit card, but that debt can quickly add up. Anyone can find themselves overwhelmed by it. If you feel buried in credit card debt and are unable to make payments and have tried everything but still can’t manage to...
What are some effective defenses against Oklahoma DUI charges?
One thing that many DUI defendants fail to understand is that they have the right to defend themselves against the charges they face. Often, they also believe that any effort they make to mount a defense will be unsuccessful. Your journey through the Oklahoma system...
Do not feel ashamed when facing money problems
Many people believe that the amount of money a person has, or his or her level of income, proves success. As a result, when individuals in Oklahoma or elsewhere begin to face financial struggles, they may easily see themselves as failures. However, money problems can...
Positivity in co-parenting benefits everyone
When you share children with someone you aren’t in a relationship with any longer, it can be difficult to handle the decision-making process. Trying to keep things positive throughout this process can help both adults, as well as the children. Be sure that you...
Close credit cards before filing for divorce
You have been unhappy with your marriage for years. Now, you’re planning to file for divorce. While your spouse has no idea that you’re going to file, you can easily predict how they are going to react, and they’re not going to be happy. If you think the divorce is...
A recession is close at hand
Bankruptcy filings may increase in the coming months and years, depending on how things play out. As the economy struggles, people may find their existing debt unaffordable and may have no other financial options. After all, financial experts are already warning that...
Fighting for sole custody? Remember these tips
Your initial goal wasn’t to seek sole custody in court, but the way you’ve been treated by your spouse has made you think it’s going to be necessary. They’ve been fighting tooth and nail to show that you’re not a good parent, so you feel like it’s necessary to prepare...
Police need a reason to stop a car
Most people, when they see a police car on the side of the road or driving near them in traffic, tend to get a bit nervous. It’s a natural reaction, as if we all think that the officer may decide to pull us over. We act like they have the right to do that to any car,...
