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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Estate Planning and Family Law for Texas on
Q: In a pretrial(Not criminal law) before the jury trial. Can a judge give a verdict and not even let it go to jury trial?
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answered on Aug 20, 2022

Yes, this is called a directed verdict and means the case is so weak, that the judge takes it from the jury's hands. The information contained in this website is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any matter. The transmission and receipt... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: Can a lease that has another states property codes be legal in texas
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answered on Aug 20, 2022

Yes, if the lease is subject to litigation in those target states.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: I haven't recieved a title or plates for a motorcycle I bought from a dealership and it has been almost 6 months

I bought a bike 6 months ago from a dealership and paid cash for it. I have been hassling the dealership about my title and plates, weekly for the past 6 months and keep getting the run around. I filed a complaint with the dmv and they completed an investigation and suggested I contact an attorney.... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

You can sue them and maybe get your attorney's fees granted via the Texas deceptive trade practices act and breach of contract. This one is pretty straight forward. Let me know if I can help you, this one seems to be pretty egregious.

713-992-1104.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Texas on
Q: On June 24 2021 I was involved in a vehicle accident. Not my fault. I was in a company truck. 2000$ laptop broke.

2 vehicles got into a collision causing one of them to jump a median and hit me. I was rolled 3 time and my 2000$ laptop was broken. Geico is the insurance of both other parties. My company doesn't cover personal property damage. And gieco is giving me the run around. What can I do to get... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

This one is pretty easy. You need to use the person at fault and their insurance will kick in and is required to pay your personal injuries and property damage, which includes your computer. Call me for more information. 713-992-1104

Mind you, you have to file suit within two years. You are...
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1 Answer | Asked in Collections for Texas on
Q: What's the next step if a collection agency didn't provide proof the debt was mine?

I received a letter from debt collection agency. I sent the a written response certified mail asking them to provide more info that the debt was mine, specifically a written agreement that I signed or proof that I've ever paid on this credit card debt. They replied with the same information... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

You can actually sue a debt collection company and get your attorney's fees awarded. That is probably the next step if you want to deal with the matter. You can invoke the unfair debt collection act. You also have a valid claim for the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, which ties in to the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Legal Malpractice for Texas on
Q: Can judges and attorneys be held accountable?

Is it possible to pursue legal action on an attorney and judge for misconduct? The judge has already had disciplinary action With the board

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

You can sue an attorney, yes. That is called malpractice.

Judges are exempt from suit because of how they ruled on your case. The best you can do is file a complaint with the Texas Judicial Board, but you need serious evidence. Merely ruling against you is insufficient. Your best way to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: IF i have a Lease Agreement with option to purchase, am I as the "buyer" responsible to pay for property taxes?

Seller is financing land to multiple families on the same tract. Property has not been subdivided so seller just calculates an amount. He will not be able to keep up with his end of the deal as we are in contract for 5.5 acres which are now being reduced to about 4.3. I have paid two years of... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

Contract for deed can be especially difficult to deal with. Most lawyers would agree that we would have to read your contract.

In this case, it sounds like you have voluntarily paid property taxes, and he could easily argue that this has been the oral agreement. Which most people would...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: Can you sell a vacant home in need of repair in Texas as-is cash by just signing the deed of trust over and take cash?

As-is sale basically going to be renovated and sold by the buyer( it is not a professional house flipper )

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

Yes, you can. But you need a good contract indicating that they are buying as is so you do not get sued for fraud and other valid causes of action that can plausibly be alleged against you.

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Q: I live in Texas which is a Constitutional carry state. Should I get LTC insurance to protect myself
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answered on Aug 20, 2022

If you have a large number of assets, yes. Because using your weapon can always implicate liability, say, were you to allegedly get sued for using lethal force when unnecessary, it can cover your attorney's costs.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Texas on
Q: In order to accept donations as a school club do I need to be a certified non profit organization?

I have started a club called Project: In need, and I wanted to have monthly events such as car wash, lemonade stand, bake sale, etc to raise money so that my club could make goodie bags for emergency shelter workers.

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

No you do not. You can even file a "domestic public organization" with the State of Texas - Secretary of State. This is pretty easy and should cost I think less than $50 dollars. People start go fund me organizations online all the time, they do no need any special recognition from the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Construction Law for Texas on
Q: How do I start a law suit on a solar company. The installers caused my house to burn down

The installers had to reset the tracts across the entire roof left original holes open my house flooded they sent an inspector out he said they were at fault. The company said they would fix my roof This was in December 2020 we started having issues with the outlets and breakers popping we would... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

I am terribly sorry this happened to you.

I recommend not taking serious legal action on your own, since there are many legal issues, deadlines and hurdles which are difficult to cross as a pro se plaintiff.

But to answer your question you would have to sue the company and serve...
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1 Answer | Asked in Construction Law and Contracts for Texas on
Q: I signed a solar contract on March 9th 2022. Contract stated install within 65 days but could have unforeseen variables

It has been 5 months and they kept blaming cps for delays. I have been in contact with CPS and they show no active work order on my account. Found out today they messed up on the contract and cps has been rejecting it. They want me to sign a new contract. Stated if I don't original contract is... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2022

You should not have to sign a new contract. The former contract is valid and enforceable. If you sign the new contract, you will have waived any remedy at law or in equity.

Unforeseen variables must be reasonable, but without actually reading your contract, I cannot be for sure. Here are...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: Are verbal real estate contracts binding in Texas? My dad’s name isn’t on the deed of LeaseToOwn that’s being sold.

My dads friend has been letting him live in a lease to own property for last 10 years. They have NO written agreement, only a Verbal agreement. His friend’s ex-wife’s name is on the mortgage and they are selling the property as part of mediation and offering to only give him a FRACTION of... View More

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answered on Jun 18, 2022

The statute of frauds requires that all contracts for the sale of land be reduced to writing. It sounds like your dad would have to file suit to quiet title to the property, and allege an unjust enrichment cause of action, which is probably the only claim in equity he can prove that payments came... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Appeals / Appellate Law and Federal Crimes for Texas on
Q: I just found the court case number that awarded me $5.5 million from the ins. Co that my lawyer said did not exist I

Yes I want to recover this money, I need representation. It will have to be on contingency but if recovered I would pay more to the attorney that took the case than 33% much more.

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answered on Jun 18, 2022

Hey there, this matter seems pretty serious. Can I ask, what exactly is your question here? Do you seek to recoup the funds?

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