Because the original lease term has expired, the lease is now month-to-month. You need to give not less than 30-days advance written notice in accordance with the terms of the lease of your intent to end the lease with the end date being on the last day of a rent-paying period. So, for example,... View More

First, remember that in a criminal case, only the prosecutor can file a motion to dismiss. The defendant and his attorney cannot.

With that in mind, the answer to your question is the prosecutor could file a motion to dismiss on the ground that the code does not authorize the issuance of a... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

First, it’s crucial to document everything related to the accident, including medical records, photos of your injuries, and any communication with the police or witnesses. Since the police report is incomplete, you can request to speak with the police department about the discrepancies and ask if... View More

Yes, you can stay in your marital residence even though he has moved out.

Yes, he can legally turn of utilities that are in his name before a divorce is filed.

Because you are also an owner of the home, you can turn the utilities back on in your name.

If you file for... View More

It sounds like you have done what you can do under the circumstances. You might consider erecting some type of screen along the fence you share with your neighbors or putting an outdoor kennel in your backyard to protect your own small dog in the event that your neighbor's dog breaks through... View More

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answered on Mar 16, 2025

In Texas, pets, including emotional support animals, are legally considered personal property rather than family members. Unlike children, courts generally do not grant visitation rights or custody schedules for animals. Your spouse’s claim for structured visitation similar to child visitation... View More

Yes you can. You will be able to recover the fair market value of your dog at the time the shelter adopted the dog out. Factors going into this calculation include the breed and pedigree of the dog, its age and health, and any specialized training or skills the dog may have. The trier of fact... View More

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answered on Jan 10, 2025

This situation raises several concerning legal issues regarding the traffic stop and subsequent search. The initial basis for the stop appears questionable, as merely exiting a street with a suspected drug house typically doesn't constitute reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop.... View More

Generally, the recent past Texas cases would allow the Dog owner to avoid liability if he had no knowledge of his dog's propensity to bite--so the dog's first bite was a "free bite". However, a few factors would create possible negligence of the dog owner if there is evidence... View More

Yes. But law enforcement and the district attorney are not obligated to file formal criminal charges even if you do.

If your landlord was negligent, you likely can sue for any vet bills incurred treating your dog.

It depends on the terms of your agreement. Most sale transactions of this type are very simple. The Buyer chooses a dog from the Seller, pays the Seller, and leaves with the dog (and any paperwork).

When "delivery" is involved, a Seller may satisfy its duty by delivering a... View More

Texas does not generally prohibit minors from owning property. There are certain specific things (tobacco, alcohol, etc.) that a minor is prohibited from buying and owning, but a horse is not one of those things.

The horse has been yours since it was purchased for you in your name.

Coercion requires evidence of the use of force, or threatened use of force. For example, the classic example of coercion is holding a gun to someone's head and saying: "Sign this or I will shoot."

Being "distraught" and someone using your "situation"... View More

Both you and your neighbor were likely negligent per se by failing to keep your dog in your own respective yards. In a lawsuit, a judge or jury will allocate responsibility between you based on all of the facts and circumstances and may allocate some degree of responsibility to the handyman for... View More

If a shelter can establish that the dog belongs to it, the shelter does not require your consent to vaccinate the dog.

If a shelter cannot establish that the dog belongs to it and you prevail in proving the dog belongs to you, you will still have to prove that the fair market value of your... View More

No. But if you know who the owner of the aggressive dog is, you potentially could sue the owner for the fair market value of your deceased pet.

Under the facts you describe, you cannot legally break your lease without penalty. Your pet deposit is intended to cover any damage to the premises caused by your dogs during your occupancy of the premises. If there was a legitimate casualty loss which precluded you from occupying the premises... View More

It depends on whether the owner of the dog that bit the other dog was negligent. That most likely will require a jury or judge to make a decision based on all the evidence presented at a trial. If I were the trier of fact and the evidence was exactly as you describe in your question, I personally... View More