by Brian Huddleston | Feb 12, 2022 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
What is the defense of impossibility? The doctrine of impossibility is an affirmative defense that excuses certain breaches of contract. (“Affirmative defense” means a defense raised by the defendant in answering a complaint alleging breach of contract)....
by Brian Huddleston | Dec 22, 2021 | Real Estate Law
The COVID-19 pandemic has strained many parts of the global economy over the last two years. Included among those most affected are individuals who lost jobs (temporarily or permanently) and had difficulty paying rent on time. This has caused a ripple effect...
by Brian Huddleston | Oct 9, 2021 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
It is not uncommon for landlords to withhold all or a portion of the security deposit, as well as make claims above and beyond the deposit for damages and the cost of repairs to make the leased premises rentable again. Oklahoma Residential Landlord and Tenant Act...
by Brian Huddleston | Aug 31, 2021 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
Oklahoma has a new law that allows domestic violence victims to terminate their lease early without penalty. Senate Bill 200 states that a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking may terminate a lease without penalty by providing a written notice and...
