File an appeal to the county court at law as provided within 21 days as provided in Rule 506 or within 5 days in an eviction case as provided by Rule 510.9.

You can file suit to collect the debt against the friend in justice of the peace court in the county and precinct where the friend lives here in Texas. Our justice of the peace courts have jurisdiction over small cases where the amount in controversy is $20,000 or less. You do not need an... View More

Yes, you should meet with an attorney who handles personal bankruptcy cases in or near the county where you live. Make sure you bring a copy of the lawsuit filed against you by your creditor to that attorney so he knows whom to notify.

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answered on Jul 30, 2024

Dealing with the Montgomery County Central Appraisal District can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it feels like your evidence is being ignored. It’s important to know that you do have rights and options in this situation. Firstly, ensure that you have kept copies of all correspondence... View More

You can file a breach of contract case in small claims court since the total amount at issue is less than $20,000. You do not need an attorney in small claims court given the small size of the cases there. It would not be cost effective.

One week's lost wages plus whatever you paid for medical treatment for the food poisoning.

As long as the claim is against you as an individual, yes you can hire an attorney later.

Business entities like corporations and LLCs can only appear in court proceedings via a licensed attorney. Even an owner or manager cannot represent a corporation or LLC in a court of law unless that... View More

When two or more persons own a home together, each owner has the right to occupy the home absent a written agreement to the contrary signed by all of the owners. An owner can only sell that owner's interest and it requires all of the owners cooperating together to sell the entire interest in... View More

If the lawsuit was just filed in June 2024, you should hire an attorney to investigate the pleadings and status of the new JP case. If no judgment has been entered, there may still be time to file an answer and challenge the lawsuit. If a judgment has been entered, there may still be time to file... View More

Yes. You can file a small claims lawsuit in the JP court seeking a refund of what you paid them.

I do not believe you can sue to recoup amounts you paid for medical support that you were ordered to pay by court order. At best you can sue to enforce the court order against your ex requiring him to submit the proof he was paying what he said for insurance as long as you are still within time... View More

In a JP case, you have 21 days from the date the judgment was signed. See TRCP 506

You can file an amended petition correcting the defendant's name. You will need to reissue citation and serve any defendant who has not yet answered.

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If the other passengers sustained more serious injuries, they're supposed to receive larger awards. That's what bodily injury awards are based on - severity of injuries. They also depend on liability, but... View More

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answered on May 19, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems like you may have a case against your mechanic for breach of contract, negligence, or even fraud. Here are a few things to consider:

1. Contract terms: Review any written agreement or invoice you have with the mechanic. If they've... View More

Normally, when a tenant leaves with the consent of the landlord, the tenant is entitled to a refund of her security deposit, along with a statement and list of any itemized deductions, within thirty days of surrendering possession of the premises. Since she was removed from the lease and replaced... View More

Under trademark law, no one can register a trademark with a person's surname (i.e., last name). Companies can still use a name as a trademark/brand and simply not apply for federal or state trademark registration. If a first name is unique, then it might fall under the trademark category... View More

You can call witnesses who saw the person, authenticate and offer a photograph or other video, or establish the presence of the person with forensic evidence like fingerprints or DNA.

You should file a Response to the Motion for Continuance stating that you did properly file your answer with the justice of the peace court and attach a file-marked copy of your answer as an exhibit to your Response. Unless there are other factors at play, I would state that you are ready to... View More

In justice court, a suit on an oral or written contract for labor actually performed may be brought in the county and precinct where the labor was performed. TCPRC 15.092. So in the JP court for the precinct where the Sam's Warehouse where you performed the services is located.