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Should expenses be covered first?
answered on Feb 26, 2020
It really depends on the contract you signed with your attorney, however, typical lawyer contingency fees range from 33.33% to 45%, depending on certain factors such as whether a lawsuit was filed or if the case was appealed. This percentage is typically taken from the total amount of the... View More 
I was visiting a friend in Dallas & got a serious injury. The wood floor in the apartment kitchen had water damage where the wood splintered up in sharp spikes. The maintenance man came to fix it, took a look at it, left & didn’t return the entire week I was there. My friend & his... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2020
I'm sorry to hear about your accident and I sincerely hope that you are still receiving treatment for your injuries.
In Texas civil and criminal courts, we have what are called statutes of limitations. A statute of limitations is a law that sets the maximum amount of time that can pass... View More
I made a mistake of cheating on an exam and my professors gave me a 0 now in order to pass the class 100% are needed on the rest of the exams. The amount of anxiety I’m am experiencing is ridiculous I can never seem to calm myself down due to all the pressure I am under and I am thinking of suing... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2020
I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a difficult semester at school.
To build a good case, you need to have facts that support your case. From what it looks like, unfortunately, you intentionally violated the university's policy and, in all likelihood, the professor is... View More
My brother was extremely over served at a bar in Texas. He left and, approximately 12 minutes later, had an accident resulting in his death. Could my mother and I file a civil suit against the establishment that over served him?
answered on Feb 26, 2020
First of all, I'm sorry to hear about your brother. In all likelihood, yes, your mother would likely be able to file a claim against the establishment that overserved him.
Dram shop laws in Texas are laws that exist to protect consumers from restaurants and bars that criminally... View More
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