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In Oklahoma’s legal system, not all cases are held to the same burden of proof. While criminal cases require the state to prove guilt “beyond a reasonable doubt,” most civil cases are decided using a lower standard: preponderance of the evidence. Understanding this standard is essential if you are involved in a lawsuit over contracts, property, […]
Failure to protect can result in both civil and criminal charges for hospital security. Hospitals are expected to be safe spaces for patients, visitors, and staff. Yet, incidents of violence, abuse, or assault sometimes occur within hospital walls. When hospital security fails to prevent or respond appropriately to foreseeable harm, questions arise about legal responsibility. […]
We often get questions about whether it’s possible to terminate a contractor in Oklahoma. When a contractor doesn’t live up to their end of the bargain—missing deadlines, using subpar materials, or walking off the job—it can cause serious frustration, financial loss, and even legal complications. Here’s what Oklahoma property owners and business clients need to […]
Two common legal theories are breach of contract and negligence, but they serve different purposes and require different types of proof. If you’ve hired a contractor in Oklahoma and the project went wrong—unfinished work, poor craftsmanship, or unexpected damage—you may be wondering how to hold them legally accountable. Knowing which claim to bring—or whether to […]
To avoid lengthy disputes over damages, many construction contracts include a liquidated damages clause—a provision that sets a fixed amount to be paid if the contractor breaches certain terms of the agreement. But are these clauses always enforceable under Oklahoma law? This article explains what liquidated damages are, when such clauses are enforceable, and how […]
If you’re suing a contractor for defective work, it’s important to understand your legal options. When you hire a contractor to build, repair, or renovate your home or business, you expect the work to meet a reasonable standard of quality. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. If a contractor delivers defective or substandard work in Oklahoma, […]
A common expense after a breach of contract is the cost of hiring a new contractor to complete or redo the job. When a contractor fails to complete a project or performs work that is substandard, Oklahoma law provides remedies to help property owners recover damages. This article explains your rights, what you can recover, […]
Specific performance can be useful in contractor disputes. When you hire a contractor to perform work—whether it’s building a home, renovating an office, or completing a commercial project—you expect them to finish the job as promised. But what happens when the contractor walks off the project or refuses to complete the work? In Oklahoma, you […]
If a contractor breaches your contract in OKC, you have certain legal remedies. When you hire a contractor for a construction or renovation project in Oklahoma City, you expect the job to be completed properly, on time, and in accordance with the agreed-upon terms. But what happens when the contractor fails to fulfill their obligations? […]
Adverse Possession in Oklahoma is also known as Title by prescription. This is also known as Prescriptive claim, Hostile possession, Squatter’s Rights, Acquisitive prescription, and Possession under a claim of right. Regardless of what you call it; Adverse Possession is a legal doctrine that allows a person to perfect his/her claim of ownership over a […]