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Hiring An Attorney for Estate Planning
A local attorney can help you navigate the estate planning process and advise you on any matters that may arise. While it is possible to put together an estate plan online, every situation is unique. One size does not fit all people. It can be uncomfortable trying to walk through all the questions without someone…
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Final Disposition Instructions
The final disposition instructions are your written burial wishes. This document allows a person to choose how they wish to have their remains handled. In preparation of their deaths, my parents purchased burial plots, and my father paid for the cremation of his body. Not many people are comfortable discussing these topics, but it is…
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What is HIPAA?
Health Information Portability and Accountability Act HIPAA is the acronym for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act that came into existence at the end 2000. Have you ever wondered what does HIPAA stand for and why should you care? Well I have! What Does The HIPAA Privacy Rule Cover? The HIPAA Privacy Rule establishes national…
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Anatomical Gifts
Organ donation is also referred to as Anatomical gifts. An organ donor is a person who has chosen to make an anatomical gift of all, a part, or parts of their body. Organ donation can be made for the purposes of transplantation, therapy, or the advancement of medical science and/or research and education. When the…
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Advance Health Care Directives in Oklahoma
Published July 24, 2025 By McCann Law | Estate Planning What Is an Advance Directive? In Oklahoma, Advance Directives are governed by the Oklahoma Advance Directive Act (63 O.S. § 3101.1). Unlike a Health Care Power of Attorney, an Advance Directive is strictly limited to end-of-life decisions. It allows you to: Express your preferences for…
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Do Not Resuscitate
The do not resuscitate (DNR) consent form is a standalone document that authorizes health care providers to restrict the use of CPR. In Oklahoma, there is a statutory form for this, so only limited changes can be made to the document. It is a formal request for limited health care if your heart stops beating…