In my employment contract with a private university, there's a provision stating that 'I shall be responsible' for 'accepting an academic appointment as a member of the faculty,' but no additional condition or procedure for execution is mentioned. The university argues that... View More

In my employment contract with a university, there's a provision stating that I shall be responsible for accepting an academic appointment as a member of the faculty, but there is no condition or procedure for the execution of this appointment. The university has now terminated my employment.... View More

I purchased a car in 2022, and the lender stated that insurance was included in the car note, but they have not provided proof despite multiple requests. I received a ticket for not having insurance, and the lender refuses to provide documentation. I had a written agreement and several... View More

I hired a mechanic I found on the Nextdoor app to change the coolant in my Jeep. After his work, the engine was damaged, resulting in a banging noise and the vehicle not staying on. The repair costs are estimated at $5,000. The mechanic has since blocked me and I'm considering suing for... View More

John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 10, 2025

You can legally sue for any damages to your Jeep that was caused by the mechanic. Because the cost of repair is $5,000, you can bring a small claims suit in the Justice of the Peace Court for the county and precinct where the mechanic resides or where the damage was done without needing an... View More

My son signed a rent-to-own lease for a trailer home that's in poor condition. The stairs are falling apart, the tub doesn't drain properly, and the gas stove can't be used because the trailer only has electricity. The lease is for 70 months. I'm visiting this Friday to review... View More

John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 10, 2025

First and foremost, review the rent-to-own lease itself. It should indicate who is responsible for maintenance and repairs and whether the tenant must first obtain written approval from the landlord. It should also indicate any cancellation procedure including any required notices.

I supply material to a company, and an individual has sued this company for a failed product made with the material I supplied. An executive from the company gave a false deposition, claiming my material was faulty, leading to the failure. He falsely stated they informed us about the bad quality... View More

I would like to represent my mother, who is currently incarcerated, during a partition suit in Texas. I am not an attorney, but my mother wishes for me to ensure she is treated fairly in the division of proceeds. She intends to give me power of attorney for this matter. I have spoken to the... View More

Alisha Melvin Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 8, 2025

Sometimes a POA is sufficient to represent an incarcerated person. In this case though it seems as if a Receiver has already be appointed by the court in the partition suit. I would go ahead and execute the POA and also file a letter into the partition suit asking for all notices as in interested... View More

Earlier this year, a friend loaned me his truck for about two weeks to assist with my move out of state. During this time, the truck got reported as stolen. The friend mentioned in a statement that a welder went missing four days before he let me borrow the truck, and there are text messages where... View More

John Cucci Jr. Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 8, 2025

The trouble is that you pled guilty in OK. I'm assuming that you pled because you got 19 months of probation. The fact that you said you were guilty, makes it easy for the Prosecutor to prove the same case when you went over the border into Texas.

You do list some compelling facts... View More

I'm in a 25-year solar panel lease contract and was not fully informed by the salesman about the additional commitments such as shopping for electricity providers, thermostats, and batteries. I pay $130 per month plus the cost of electricity. The finance company won't allow a buyout for 5... View More

I recently renovated over 80% of a residence, but the court case held on 3/4/25 ruled in favor of the Plaintiff. There were no agreements in place regarding the renovations. I am not currently working with a lawyer and need guidance on how to appeal for unjust enrichment to seek a favorable outcome.

John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 6, 2025

To file an appeal, you need to file a notice of appeal within 30 days of the date the final judgment was signed. An appeal is not a DIY project. You need to hire an attorney who practices in the area of civil appellate law in the appellate district where the trial court is located. You should... View More

I have been in the U.S. for over 10 years, and my spouse and I have a joint account. Recently, I discovered that he has been transferring money from our joint account to his personal savings account, claiming it's for his bonuses. However, I've found instances from bank statements where... View More

John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 5, 2025

Yes, it is legal. Because it is a joint account, each of you has the right to make withdrawals or transfers of funds. It may, however, be a breach of his fiduciary duty to you as his wife if he uses any of the funds he transferred into his separate savings account without your permission... View More

Over twenty years ago, my mom gave me a gun that belonged to my late father. At the time, my sons also received guns from her. Recently, my sister, who has power of attorney for my mom, claims I stole the gun and says my mom wants it back, even though my mom has never expressed this. My... View More

I want to hire an overseas artist from Colombia to create illustrations for a larger project, with the work expected to last about a year and done entirely overseas. I want to use a work-for-hire agreement and ensure Texas law applies in case of any disputes. Can I use a standard work-for-hire... View More

I am considering writing grants for a small, for-profit LLC. I have concerns because I have yet to form my own business but plan to eventually do so under an LLC structure. What should I consider legally before entering into a contract as an individual to write grants for this business, and is the... View More

I've been using a business credit card issued by a pool technician company for pool-related expenses and gas for my truck. I ended up purchasing retail items and food from grocery stores and restaurants, which were not authorized. The employer verbally mentioned the card's intended usage... View More

John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 3, 2025

You should immediately repay any unauthorized charges in full to avoid being charged with a crime. Legally, the question is did you exceed the authority given to you by the company to use the company credit card. "Purchasing retail items and food from grocery stores and restaurants"... View More

I am considering a job offer from a direct competitor of my current employer. My current employer included a non-compete clause in my offer letter, stating that for one year after leaving, I cannot solicit business or provide software engineering, consulting, or programming services to any... View More

I am a tenant in San Antonio, Texas, and I've been asked to pay a $500 manager's fee, which was mentioned at the bottom of my lease agreement under the security deposit section. The property manager stated that this fee is mandatory because it's in the lease, but it wasn't... View More

I sold a puppy to someone in Texas, and two days later, they informed me that the puppy had parvo. Unfortunately, the puppy died, and they incurred significant costs for treatments. They are now threatening legal action. I did not know the puppy was sick at the time of sale, and all the other... View More

I've been contacted by COUTOT-ROEHRIG INTERNATIONAL, who informed me about a relative I know of but have never met. We've been communicating for about a year and a half, and they haven't asked for money, only family tree details. They determined that my siblings and I are the closest... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 10, 2025

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. No one here can say whether this is legitimate. Granting a power of attorney is a big decision. To answer your question of "What should I do?," maybe you could consider discussing this with attorneys in the... View More

What happens when an ex-spouse doesn't pay credit card debt that was solely assigned to them in the divorce decree? My divorce was finalized 9 years ago in Texas. The decree states that my ex-spouse is responsible for the debt, but it doesn't specify how the debt is to be paid monthly or... View More