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After 48 years, Glynn Simmons remains in prison despite a prosecutor’s doubts
On April 18, 2023, a judge assigned to the Simmons case, Amy Palumbo of the Oklahoma County District Court in Oklahoma City, was scheduled to take a fresh look at the evidence. After that, Palumbo would decide whether to vacate the original sentence and free Simmons outright or demand a new trial based on constitutional errors from the first trial in 1975.
The Push to (Finally) Reform Cannabis Banking Laws
Here’s a run-down of legislation that has been proposed and that the Cannabis industry should keep an eye on. The first and most promising is the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act or the SAFE Banking Act.
Attorney Joe Norwood: Exemplary Cases
Mr. Norwood has had success in several areas of litigation, including arguing personal injury cases in front of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, counsel in international product liability lawsuits and civil rights work like overturning wrongful convictions.
What to Look for When Hiring a Lawyer
Selecting a lawyer is a daunting task, to say the least. When doing so, it’s generally because a person finds themselves in a very scary situation and just wants to get someone on the case fast to relieve the stress. This article will help you know what questions to ask and what to look for when hiring a lawyer.
Advice From a Tulsa Car Wreck Attorney: Get The Insurance.
It is extremely common for car accident attorneys in Tulsa, Oklahoma to deal with situations involving insurance when personal injury or property damage or property
Business And Corporate Lawyers: Who They Are and What Do They Do
There are several areas of the law. Legal practitioners choose the aspect of the law that they wish to specialize and practice in. Some of
What Can Outside General Counsel Do for Your Business?
Some businesses, particularly larger ones, will have a general counsel on site. But for most part-time entrepreneurs or small business owners, they’ll either need to
Navigating the Legal Requirements for Medical Marijuana Businesses in Oklahoma
Following in the footsteps of California, Washington and Colorado, Oklahoma became the 30th state in the nation to legalize medical marijuana in June of 2018.
Wrongful Convictions in Oklahoma
With the creation of widely popular podcasts like “Serial”, which focus on true crime stories and point out holes in convictions, the criminal justice system
Guide to Criminal Defense in Tulsa: Debunking Myths and Protecting Your Rights
TV shows like The Good Wife, Perry Mason, and more have created a dramatic, intrigue-filled version of criminal defense lawyers and the job they do.
Changing Oklahoma State Law to Protect Your Rights: How Norwood Law Firm Challenged “No Pay, No Play”
In almost every state in the US, car owners are required by law to have vehicle insurance in order to legally drive (the only two
Prepare for Your Future Today with Estate Planning Services from Norwood Law Firm in Tulsa
When we think of estate planning, we often picture elderly millionaires planning inheritances and putting their many assets into a will. But estate planning isn’t