As we take time to honor Black History Month and the countless contributions of African American leaders in law, we must first give nod to Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher. A native Oklahoman, Ms. Fisher was a leading activist, attorney and
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Lessons Learned from a Failed Rent-to-Own Agreement
Are you considering a rent-to-own agreement? Stop and read this post to know the risks involved. This post will discuss things that go wrong with rent-to-own contracts. We will also provide some tips on how to avoid these problems. So,…
The Four R’s: Oklahoma Senator Unveils Promising Education Plan for Oklahoma
In a press conference last Wednesday afternoon, Senate Education Committee Chairman Adam Pugh unveiled his personal education agenda for the upcoming 2023 Oklahoma legislative session. Pugh’s priorities include proposals that would raise teacher pay, require school districts to provide 12…
Jury Awards Rap Artist Flo Rida a Major Legal Victory Against Celsius Energy Drink
Flo Rida is on top of the world! Not only is he a successful musician, but he’s also just won a huge case against Celsius energy drink. The jury awarded 82 million dollars in the case. But what does this…
Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?
The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a rule that would prohibit most non-compete clauses in employment contracts, calling it “a widespread and often exploitative practice that suppresses wages, hampers innovation, and blocks entrepreneurs from starting new businesses.” The agency estimates…
Can Non-U.S. Citizens File a Lawsuit in Oklahoma?
TLDR: A non-U.S. citizen can file a lawsuit in Oklahoma.The law of Oklahoma states that “any person” may sue or be sued, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. This can be especially helpful for those living in…
Ed White Law Secures Second Appellate Victory Against Bank of America
Ed White Law has secured a second appellate victory on behalf of our client against Bank of America and its collection law firm, Shapiro & Cejda and its lawyers Kirk J. Cejda, and Lesli Peterson. On February 2, 2017, Bank…
Musk: Not an Absolutist About Free Speech
…at least not when it’s about him.
In his thus far successful pell-mell rush to set fire to his $44 billion investment, Musk has been tireless in his efforts to repel advisers, and users. The third vital prong…
Kanye’s Got Beef With an Aussie Burger Joint
Across the world sits a humble burger join in North East Melbourne called “College Dropout Burgers”, and Ye has some unresolved beef with the burger joint’s owner. Kanye West filed a federal lawsuit against College Dropout Burgers accusing Australian restaurant-owner, Mark Elkhouri, of “misleading and…
Flight Crews Deserve More than Peanuts
By Katie Plas
Flight crews (flight attendants and pilots) often work long runs, frequently without rest breaks. Then, they are often asked to pull another run with only minimal time between shifts. Airlines are failing to pay for overtime, actual hours worked, and…