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Q: Can my friend's deportation and alleged mistreatment by law enforcement in Texas be legally challenged?
My friend, who has lived in the U.S. all his life under his mother's visa, was arrested in El Paso, Texas. He was waiting for his immigration papers when he was taken to the processing center. He was allegedly tased twice and beaten without resisting arrest. Now he faces deportation because... View More 
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 31, 2026
answered on Jul 31, 2026
Yes, your friend can challenge his deportation in immigration court and by timely appealing the deportation order. His immigration lawyer can provide him with the details.
In most instances, immigration proceedings have already occurred, a deportation order has already been issued, and the... View More
Q: What to do if sued after a car accident with insurance uncertainty?
I am being sued by a woman due to a car accident we were both involved in, which occurred in September 2025. She was driving her daughter's car at the time of the accident in Tennessee. I am unsure if the insurance covers her for this accident. She has already been in touch with the insurance... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Jul 31, 2026
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Whether the plaintiff was insured or not is irrelevant to your potential negligence. If she has an insurance defense lawyer representing her would be a strong indication she is. You need a lawyer to represent you. Were there any citations issued? If so, negligence per se could follow a... View More
Q: What can I do if a dealership won't fix my car after agreeing to repair it in Texas?
I purchased a used vehicle from a dealer in Texas on April 24, 2026, with a contract stating they would repair the vehicle upon a check engine light appearing. However, I've returned to the dealer twice, and the issue remains unresolved. They're now nonresponsive. What steps can I take to... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 31, 2026
answered on Jul 31, 2026
First, you need to carefully read and follow the terms of your written contract.
Second, you need to make sure that you provide in writing to the dealer a specific demand for performance under the contract in accordance with its terms.
Third, you need to provide the dealer with an... View More
Q: How can I find a lawyer to enforce a real estate judgment in Texas?
I have a large judgment awarded in a real estate and contract case in Texas. I am looking for a contingent fee lawyer to help me enforce this judgment and ensure I get paid. What are my options for securing legal representation to enforce this judgment?
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 31, 2026
answered on Jul 31, 2026
There are attorneys who devote a substantial part of their practice to collecting judgments and some of them offer their services on a contingency fee. You should locate one in or near the county where the judgment debtor (i.e. the person or entity against whom you have the judgment) is... View More
Q: Is it legal to propose on an ESTA and apply for a K-1 Visa?
I want to propose to my girlfriend while visiting her in the DFW area on an ESTA. She was born and raised in the United States and currently resides there. I was born and raised in the Netherlands. After proposing, I plan to return home and apply for a K-1 Visa. Is it legal to do this, and are... View More
Stephen Arnold Black
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answered on Jul 31, 2026
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You can enter under ESTA to visit your fiancé and even to propose that’s fine because the purpose of the trip is temporary as long as you return within the allotted timeframe. If you get married while you’re here and then return home, you can’t pursue a K‑1 fiancé visa anymore; once... View More
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