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I paid over $400 to a company to clean my empty house before moving. The maid sent cleaned two rooms poorly and left. After contacting the company multiple times, they agreed to resend the maid, but by then, the house was full of furniture, and their policies would not allow cleaning under such... View More 
answered on Apr 16, 2025
In my professional opinion, ignore them and do not remove the Google review if its contents are factually accurate.
I am a royalty owner concerning an oil and gas company in Texas. I suspect there has been an overpayment on my royalties, but the company has not responded to my inquiries about this. I have noticed a discrepancy in the 1099-MISC, which shows a higher excess of taxes deduction based on the total... View More
I accidentally used a credit card found in my mailbox, belonging to someone else, to purchase a $3,000 item on eBay. I realized the mistake a few hours later and unsuccessfully tried to cancel the order. The item has been shipped, and I expect to receive it today. I haven't taken any further... View More
I filed for ancillary probate in Texas after my wife passed away intestate, adopting our minor son. He was named an heir, and I was appointed by the court as the administrator and custodian. We receive oil and gas royalties in Texas. Recently, I received a letter from the oil and gas company asking... View More
I've been unable to maintain my job due to an incident that occurred before I could swear into the army. Consequently, I couldn't pay for Intoxalock's calibration, though I've informed my pre-trial officer about this issue. Despite being in compliance with my bond conditions... View More
I'm currently alternating weeks with the other parent for visitation, but we now live over two hours apart, more than 100 miles away. Our daughter is about to start pre-kindergarten in a few months, and we don't have any existing court orders for visitation. I've tried discussing the... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
You can file either an original suit affecting the parent-child relationship to establish a court-ordered possession schedule or, if you already have a court order, a motion to modify in suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
I am an heir to a property involved in an easement rights violation in Pittsburg, Texas. Both homes with access rights to the easement belong to heirs of the original owners. Recently, one elderly relative residing in one of the homes has been blocking access to the other, causing stress. The... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
Your cousin can file a suit seeking an injunction against your elderly brother to enjoin him from interfering with the cousin's easement rights.
When an oil and gas company in Texas sells its assets to a new company, what happens to a mineral rights owner's overpayment from the previous oil company? I was notified by my lender over the phone about the overpayment, but received no written notice, and the previous oil company is refusing... View More
I am a mineral rights owner in Texas receiving royalty payments. My oil and gas company mentions that an overpayment is due from an oil company that recently purchased assets. How are overpayments for mineral rights royalties typically resolved? What are the tax implications, and should I expect to... View More
I am facing employer discrimination and harassment, and I have been assaulted at my workplace. I reported the incident to HR, and I want to know if I have a case against my employer. What steps should I take next?
I received a detailed payments report from an oil and gas company in Texas, showing a significant sum of mineral rights royalties cleared. These royalties seem to include an overpayment issue, which arose after the original oil and gas company sold its assets to a new buyer. I need to know whether... View More
I reported an issue with my washer and dryer unit being improperly installed behind a glass mirror closet in my apartment over a year ago. Initially, the apartment complex acknowledged the washer's placement caused damage but assured us we would not be charged. Despite emails that go... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
You should send written notification to the landlord or the landlord's representative with copies of the photos and videos. Check your lease to determine if it contains a provision specifying where and how written notice is to be sent. If your lease does not contain such a provision, send... View More
I sold a piece of land using a Deed of Trust and Warranty Deed with a vendor's lien. The original buyer wanted out of the contract, and another buyer assumed the note. The property was transferred to the new buyer's name, and upon full payment, we issued a Release of Lien to them. Now,... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2025
The release is not a conveyance. However the original notemaker and grantee apparently holds title now, so the third party should get a deed from him not you. You have already conveyed your interest and released the Deed of Trust.
I borrowed $1100 in December 2024 under a verbal agreement that I had 6 months to repay the money, during which my car couldn't be taken. Despite this, the lender impersonated a hotel manager to have my car towed away prematurely on April 12, 2025, only 4 months into the agreement. I called... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
In the absence of a recorded lien against the motor vehicle as collateral securing repayment of the loan, the lender violated Texas law by taking possession of your motor vehicle. You should report the taking of your car to local police.
You also can file a lawsuit under the Texas Theft... View More
I am a landlord in Texas, and my tenant recently provided a 30-day notice to move out, but the lease requires a 90-day notice. They claim they informed me 8 months ago via email of their intention to possibly not renew since they intended to buy a home. The lease agreement specifies a 90-day... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2025
Yes, if your lease clearly states that a 90-day written notice is required to terminate or not renew, then you’re within your rights to enforce that term. An email from 8 months ago that casually mentions the possibility of moving doesn't meet the standard for formal written notice,... View More
I purchased an auto warranty contract from Concord Auto Protect on November 22, 2023, which is set to expire on November 25, 2025. In 2023, I successfully used the warranty once. However, when attempting to use their services again in March 2025, both the service department and I made multiple... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
If you purchased the warranty in Texas and it does not contain either an arbitration clause or forum selection clause, you can sue the company here in Texas for breach of the warranty contract. Depending on what the lawsuit filed by the Pennsylvania AG alleges, there may even be a suit for a Texas... View More
I'm facing legal action from a hospital for a $7,000 unpaid medical bill. I've received letters about court dates and thought the debt had gone to collections. I haven't attempted to set up a payment plan, and I'm currently experiencing financial hardship. What options do I have... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Bankruptcy could be an option. You haven’t identified any potential defenses in your narrative.
In Texas, my sibling presented a notarized Power of Attorney, reportedly signed by our mother, who was under Medicaid and in poor health. This was done without involving other siblings or reaching an open, written agreement. Our mother had suffered a severe fall due to an incident with an American... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
To successfully challenge the use of a POA before your mother's death, you will need to prove that, at the time she signed the POA, she was mentally incompetent to do so, she was under duress (someone threatened her with bodily harm),or it was obtained by fraud (she reasonably believed she was... View More
I recently requested my medical records from my OBGYN of over 10 years. I was told I would receive them by mail, but they arrived in a damaged, open envelope because too many records were stuffed into a small paper envelope. The post office rewrapped them with a note about the poor packaging, but... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
I do not think it would be worthwhile for you to retain an attorney at this point. Mere worry and fear that your records may have been exposed while being sent through the US Postal Service would not be sufficient to support any award of monetary damages. You probably have done what can be done... View More
Can life insurance proceeds be issued to an estate when no estate has been opened, especially if there is no will, assets, or probate involved? My mother’s life insurance named my dad as the sole beneficiary, but he passed away before her. The insurance company states their policy directs... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
With the policy not naming any contingent beneficiaries, the insurance company must issue a check for the policy proceeds to the Estate of the decedent. It would be bad faith if the insurance company issued the check to you and/or your siblings personally.
The executor of the... View More
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