While his story is as truly American as the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Battle of Gettysburg and the first transcontinental railroad, it is as Oklahoman as the land runs, American Indian culture and chicken fried steak. … Continue reading
A true pioneer woman in the legal field, Judge Alma Bell Wilson was the first woman to serve on the Oklahoma Supreme Court and the first to serve as Chief Justice. Governor George Nigh appointed Wilson to the … Continue reading
Almost to the minute that movies figured out they could talk, the legal profession and all its attendant subsidiaries have been represented consistently on the silver screen. Major studios jumped on the concept of “lawyer as hero” in the … Continue reading
Those interested in a career in law need not necessarily spend the time, energy or funds to attend and graduate from an accredited law school. There are many who have either started a first or second career by becoming … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. Before a witness is allowed to testify in court, he or she must solemnly swear to tell the truth and nothing but the truth. Advertisers selling goods and services to the public need not take … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. Among the most fundamental and important principles safeguarding our freedom is the public’s right, and expectation, to be informed about what every level of our government does. The Wikileaks controversy ignited debate concerning the extent of … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. Nearly as monumental to mankind as the invention of the wheel has been the development of social networking. Of course, social networking of the non-electronic sort has been around for quite a while – mainly by … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. One way to resolve a dispute involving minor damages – a tenant won’t pay back rent, a landlord refuses to return a security deposit, etc. – is to take the conflict to Small Claims Court. … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. This summer, Andrew M. Coats stepped down as dean of the University of Oklahoma College of Law as the college celebrated its 100th anniversary. In his 14 years as dean, Coats orchestrated and led … Continue reading
By Barbara Buratti, Esq. In November, families and friends gather around the dining table for the traditional Thanksgiving meal. Often, each guest brings his or her specialty – Aunt Martha may bring her broccoli casserole, Cousin Sarah might add … Continue reading
