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I filled out their form and sent it back to their offices before deadline last December on the 30th of 2023
The court has not updated since the motion date. Did it get removed from docket by mistake?
what can I do legally to protect myself from my parents condition legally? Their family has caused extreme suffering and mental anguish for myself. Took over a credit profile leading to temporary homelessness, tried to control my finances, sent me to a place on a bribe. im developing a strong... View More 
Provide any details I was informed that the dealer has taken no action since Sep 7. I’ve visited and called the dealership several times only to be lied to or misinformed on the status of the permanent plates. The DMV rep mentioned that the dealer has 60 days to complete the request for permanent... View More
Law enforcement refused to let me press charges and lied to me by saying I would have to take it to the Texas Rangers
answered on Dec 9, 2024
The Public Integrity Unit of the Texas Rangers is the correct agency for reports concerning an allegation that a member of law enforcement or elected official has committed a crime if the internal affairs division of local law enforcement declines to take action. In the criminal conduct violates... View More
I received quotes for a new roof and to have the attic insulated. The contractor first did a detailed survey of the roof and how the house was constructed. When it was time for the contractor to look at the insulation job, I showed the contractor the attic location for largest section of attic. (I... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2024
First, it depends on whether your contract was a cost-plus or a fixed-price contract. If it was a cost-plus contract, then you are clearly responsible for the additional materials cost.
If it was a fixed-price contract, it depends on the scope of work contained in the contract. If the... View More
I want to learn how to structure a civil rights lawsuit against the United States and naming individual states as accomplices. But showing a federal conspiracy authorized by the united states government by multiple state participation.
answered on Dec 4, 2024
If they are available online through a court's web portal, you can usually save or print them out from your own computer.
* Subpoena Local Store Operating in Texas for Documents; However, Corporate Headquarters is in Another State
I need to subpeona a store to produce documents in a proceeding in Texas. The local store is operating in Dallas County, Texas; However, the corporate headquarters is located in... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2024
If a corporation is operating a store in Texas, it is required to obtain a certificate of authority from the Texas Secretary of State and to have and maintain a registered agent for service of process in Texas. If it fails to do so, then the Texas Secretary of State is an agent for service of... View More
As a Texas resident, what must such an affidavit conform to. For example, It's form, substance, content of an affidavit (ex. must say in the name of the state of Texas, must have a particular sentence, must require a notary signature, etc.).
answered on Dec 3, 2024
It depends upon the purpose and intended use of the affidavit.
One form of such an affidavit can be found here: https://www.houstontx.gov/generalservices/affidavitofownershiporcontrol.pdf
I am trying to obtain a police report because I filed an affidavit w a police department because the officer who took the report failed to put everything in police report. I know this because when I went up to police department I asked his superior if what I was questioning about was in fact in the... View More
My building setback is 10 feet and my HOA is considering a pool as a building but San Antonio doesn't consider a pool a building. Other home in my HOA have pools located within the 10 feet setback. I want to see what we can do to force my HOA to allow me to instill my pool within a 5 feet... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2024
Ordinarily, mental anguish damages are not recoverable for temporarily being deprived of the use of personal property like a motor vehicle.
It would be very difficult to prove that the temporary deprivation of your motor vehicle was a proximate cause of missed time from work unless you can... View More
I am a retired educator and want to transfer my 403b to an IRA, but I am also considering opening up an Airbnb.
answered on Nov 14, 2024
Yes both a traditional IRA and Roth IRA are exempt from creditors claims. You can see the Texas Property code section 42.0021 which covers both qualified tax deferred plans and subsection (a)(5) specifically names Roth IRA’s as an included plan. There are a variety of savings plans covered in Texas.
answered on Nov 11, 2024
If you owe the debt, the best way to address it is to pay the debt.
If you paid the debt, or a portion of the debt, the best way to address it is by filing an answer specifically listing each payment you made by date, amount, and method of payment, and then appearing at trial with proof of... View More
missclassification, breach of contract, fraud, unpaid wages this is for Dallas, Texas
answered on Nov 5, 2024
An arbitration proceeding is very much like a trial. If you have no clue on what is needed, it is extremely important that you hire a competent attorney with experience in arbitration proceedings to represent you to present your evidence, witnesses, and arguments in a persuasive manner and in... View More
He missed the deadline to file the appeal and will not contact me giving me any further information or case records I do not have a final order and the case has already went to appeals on the mothers request what do I tell the appeal court my attorney list the wrong contact information and I have... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2024
Not all lawyers handle appeals. You need to contact an attorney who practices in the area of civil appellate law and bring them a copy of the trial court order you want to appeal. There is a time limit from when the order was signed for you to appeal, so acting promptly is strongly recommended.... View More
I have proof he agreed to pay and agreed to my price, I have proof and witnesses that I went on the date, and I have proof he hasn’t paid me.
answered on Oct 16, 2024
Someone could always sue for virtually anything - whether a case is strong and worth pursuing or not. But this could be a "can of worms" that might create more headaches in time and stress than $300. You could look up your court system's requirements for the small claims system and... View More
Every single paper CPS filled out is either incomplete or incorrect. Especially the affidavit. They didn't notify me of the case until day 3 after talking to my kids. I was in hospital. He lied on reason to remove, phone bill proves it. He lied on my statement with the CPI from the city where... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2024
You need to consult and possibly retain a private attorney if you are having problems communicating with the court-appointed attorney and not getting your questions answered.
I have noted about 20 different violations by DFPS according to the Texas family code but nobody will do anything. I proved multiple times the investigator lied on the affidavits. I even have another CPI confirming he lied on it. Nobody will do anything. It's like they're all working... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
Yes procedures matter. But the remedy for every procedural violation is not "you win." If a document is incomplete, the remedy may well be that you can require them to complete the document. If an investigator lies, you can present evidence of that lie, and that will likely undermine... View More
I was getting mental health treatment and we agreed in text the kids would stay with my mom. Didn't hear anything new from CPS until 2 weeks later he showed up with 4 deputies and took them from her. They were living with her for the summer.. they gave them to the dad while also suing him for... View More
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answered on Oct 12, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Your mom has rights under the law, including the right to be informed about CPS actions and to participate in any hearings regarding the custody of your children. It's important to ensure that all communication and... View More
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