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0 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Texas on
Q: Chance of habeas corpus approval for Texas immigration detainee?

I am seeking guidance regarding a habeas corpus petition already filed for an immigration detainee in the Southern District of Texas. The detainee, who was stopped in a traffic incident without receiving citations and has no criminal background, also has legal representation and an approved I-130... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: Can I fight a Class B misdemeanor evading charge in Texas under these circumstances?

I am facing charges for a Class B misdemeanor for evading on foot after a high-speed police chase in Texas. The chase reached over 100mph and lasted about 10 minutes before the police activated their lights. I had already left my car and fled over a fence when the police began pursuit on foot.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation, Wrongful Death and Personal Injury for Texas on
Q: What can I do to pursue workers' compensation death benefits?

My husband was injured at work in Texas and was receiving workers' compensation benefits. Unfortunately, he has passed away, and I am left with our family and no support. I received a form to fill out for death benefits from workers' compensation but haven't heard anything back since... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: What to do if a detective alters a report with false info in Texas?

In Texas, I discovered that a detective altered her report to include a statement that I admitted to something never asked during our interaction. This report, which I found in the discovery packet, contradicts video evidence that shows the question was not posed. The detective based her report on... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Child Support, Real Estate Law and Family Law for Texas on
Q: How to handle mortgage and child support in divorce if spouse is deported and returns illegally?

I have been separated from my husband for over four years, but we are still legally married. During this time, I've been solely responsible for paying the mortgage for the house I live in with my two children. My husband was deported to Mexico about three years ago and returned illegally. I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Lemon Law and Contracts for Texas on
Q: Do I have legal options for returning a problematic used car in Texas?

I purchased a used car from a dealership in Texas for $11,000, along with a limited warranty covering engine components. Since buying it 12 months ago, the car has spent nearly 2 months in the shop for various issues including engine, cooling, suspension, and potential electronic problems. I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Texas on
Q: Can I challenge my lane control signal ticket in Texas?

I received a ticket in Texas for disregarding a lane control signal. I was in a right turn only lane and moved into the middle lane, where there was an overhead light. The signals on the right lane were only marked by an arrow on the pavement and a road sign, not an overhead indicator. I'm... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Sexual Harassment for Texas on
Q: Am I within deadline for filing a workplace claim after harassment and resignation?

I filed a workplace harassment complaint against a colleague in 2024, and HR confirmed it was valid in writing. Despite this, the colleague continued to influence my work, and I had to meet with him behind closed doors, where hostile and retaliatory behavior persisted. In mid-2025, the company let... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Probate for Texas on
Q: Can my name be added to the deed without refinancing in Texas?

The mortgage on our house is in my husband's name, and it has a great interest rate, so we don't want to refinance just to add my name. Can we add my name to the deed without refinancing? We're concerned about future scenarios, such as if my husband were to pass away before me, and I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: Can I pursue legal action for someone clearing out my public 'take one leave one' library?

I have a public "take one leave one" library on my property in Texas. Recently, I've noticed that an individual is taking all the books in a hurry and leaving nothing in return. This happens about once a week, and it seems like they might be clearing us out to resell the items. Can I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: How to pursue a civil rights case for false arrest in Texas?

I was falsely arrested in McAllen, Texas, around April 2025, accused of hitting my disabled daughter with a stick at the city park. This accusation was completely untrue, and witnesses told the police they never saw such an incident. The felony charges were dismissed on March 23, 2026. The... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Real Estate Law, Social Security and Public Benefits for Texas on
Q: Am I eligible for spousal support in TX and was sale of marital home legal?

I got married on December 9, 2000. My husband left at the end of 2017, and now I want to get a divorce. Throughout our marriage, I was a housewife. We have grown daughters with their own families. I am currently living in a friend's bedroom. I have a disability and have filed for Social... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Business Law for Texas on
Q: Can I get spousal support and claim money from home sale in Texas divorce?

I am seeking to file for divorce in Texas. I've been a housewife since 2000 and raised our daughters, who are now adults. My husband left us on Christmas 2017 and stopped paying all the bills, forcing me to move in with my mom. He later sold our home, kept all the money, and purchased a new... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Probate for Texas on
Q: How does an unrecorded Muniment of Title affect my standing in a partition lawsuit in Texas?

I am involved in a partition lawsuit concerning a residential property in Texas. There are two other heirs in this case. I was excluded from the legal process related to the will, and the dispute revolves around expenses incurred during the process. The other heirs demanded I sign an open IOU as a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: Are there alternatives to work legally if H4 EAD renewal is still pending?

I filed my H4 EAD renewal as a standalone application on February 9, 2026. My current EAD is set to expire on August 6, 2026, and my case is being processed at the Vermont Service Center. I haven't received any updates from USCIS, and I am concerned about a potential interruption in my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Education Law and Employment Law for Texas on
Q: Can my work in cannabis affect Texas teacher certification?

I recently moved from Colorado, where I worked in the cannabis industry, to Texas, where I want to become certified and work as a teacher. I am concerned about potential obstacles related to my past work due to federal laws that might affect school funding. Specifically, I'm worried that this... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Tax Law and Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: Will I pay capital gains on TX land sale after 30 years?

I have owned 7 acres of land in Texas for over 30 years. This land was originally purchased as an investment, and there have been no previous sales of property by me during this period. I am considering selling this land, which is not my permanent residence. I'm wondering if I'll have to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Banking and Contracts for Texas on
Q: Is it legal for a lender to mislead about payment options and fees?

I recently entered into a loan agreement where the payment options were outlined as $206 per month. Initially, I was told that after making one payment over the phone, the company would unlock my account on the app to make further payments there. However, they are now refusing to unlock my account... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Elder Law for Texas on
Q: How to obtain an emergency protective order in Texas for my stepdad with dementia?

I have filed complaints of abuse and extortion against my sibling with Adult Protective Services due to the abuse of my stepdad, who has dementia. His son has tried to remove him from my care and has sent welfare checks, despite him being accused of medical neglect, extortion, and exploitation. I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Texas on
Q: Can my employer terminate me during FMLA leave in Texas?

I have been suffering from renal failure, was hospitalized for 2 months, and have since been undergoing dialysis and physical therapy. I require a kidney transplant and am currently in my sixth month of treatment. I have been employed with my company in Texas for 7 years. I filed for FMLA and STD... View More

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