Author: C. Michael Daily
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Want to Buy Marijuana in Colorado?
Happy New Year! As of January 1, 2014, it is legal (sort of) to purchase marijuana in Holland Colorado. New Amsterdam’s Denver’s local ABC affiliate has a list of the anticipated frequently asked questions and answers. C. Michael Daily is an attorney with the long-established law firm of Daily & Woods, P.L.L.C. and is licensed to practice in the states of Arkansas,…
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The Arkansas Franchise Tax Deadline is Looming.
Every year, the Arkansas Secretary of State requires that franchise taxes be paid by May 31, 2013. If you fail to pay by this date, then your business entity will be listed as “not current” and will be subject to penalties and taxes until the current year’s taxes are paid, or the entity formally dissolves.…
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A Tale of Two (or more) Cities: Can the Government Use Eminent Domain to Save Homeowners from Drowning In Loan Debt?
This is a loaded and, to date, not a fully answered question. However, the idea has support from a Cornell University Law Professor and at least two cities within the last year, Irvington, New Jersey and Richmond, California, have considered implementing such a plan. Irvington, New Jersey and Richmond, California could not be much further apart geographically, but…
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Transportation Efficiency v. Safety: The Debate on Oil Transportation Continues
The transportation of oil, gas, and other hydrocarbons certainly has sparked debate. All methods have its own sets of benefits and safety issues and concerns. Arkansans are certainly familiar with the Mayflower pipeline break and spill that occurred earlier this year. Alabama citizens now are watching the last of the flames from a oil rail…
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Arkansas Supreme Court Issues Ruling on Writs of Garnishments (Creditors Rejoice)
This morning, the Arkansas Supreme Court issued a very pro-creditor ruling in Primus Automotive Financial Services v. Sherry Wilburn and Kevin Wilburn, 2013 Ark. 258, which was an appeal from Sebastian County, Arkansas Case No. CV-761. The sole issue on review was whether the issuance of a writ of garnishment tolled the statute of limitations…
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Integration (Force Pooling) in Arkansas: What Happens to Unleased Mineral Interests?
If you’ve ever received notice from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission that your mineral interest was subject to an integration application, you may have wondered what “integration” actually is. Most states refer to it integration as “force pooling” or “compulsory pooling” of non-consenting mineral interests. In essence, after notice and a hearing, the Arkansas…
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Arkansas Bar Association Natural Resources Law Institute
I just wanted to use the opportunity to plug the Arkansas Bar Association’s Natural Resources Law Institute, which takes place this week. Here is a summary of the schedule: Wednesday 9:00 A.M. The Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission will convene for March hearings. The hearings will last throughout the day. 4:00 P.M. Arkansas Title Standards…
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FAQ: What Are The “Title Standards” And Why Are They Important?
The Standards for Examination of Real Estate Titles in Arkansas, or “title standards” for short, have been published since 1995, with the most recent and fourth edition being published just this past week. Attorneys frequently rely on title standards when conducting title examination for their clients. Each state where I practice oil and gas law, including Arkansas,…
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Arkansas Legislation Update
Just twenty-five days into the 89th General Assembly’s legislative session and there have been 265 House Bills and 256 Senate Bills introduced. As of February 7, 65 Acts have been passed, most of which are appropriation Acts. On a more substantive level, SB 12 (Act 39) and SB 56 (Act 42), related to sex offender…
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Man Accused of Fraud for Taking Wife’s Surname After Marriage
Legal news comes in various flavors. This news story can be categorized under the “odd and unfortunate.” Mr. Lazaro Sopena, a Cuban-born immigrant, agreed to take his wife’s surname of Dinh after they became married. The reason was sweet, and dubbed an “act of love”, as Mr. Sopena offered to take his wife, Hanh Dinh’s,…