There was a partial summary judgement hearing today and it was granted against us (defendants). Their lawyer stated they wanted exemplary damages, no lawyer fees and that our counterclaim was still set for the November 1 st.
Can I just drop my counterclaim, I want to be done with this... Read more »
answered on Sep 29, 2022
In you feel that your counterclaim is not meritorious or that trying to pursue your counterclaim might cause a higher award of exemplary damages, it may be tactically wise to non-suit your counterclaim.
Be aware that non-suiting your counterclaim will not automatically deprive the plaintiff... Read more »
being sued for 100k and im in debt and barely getting back on my feet while trying to survive while. its my first time im being sued , what kind of lawyers do i look for and im pretty poor and i see lawyers are like 300 or more an hour. i feel like im drowning but need to know what to do
answered on Sep 20, 2022
You should look for a civil trial lawyer a/k/a litigator with experience defending debt collection cases like yours who practice in or near the county where you have been sued. The Texas Board of Legal Specialization certifies lawyers in civil trial law, in personal injury, and in consumer and... Read more »
I am not even aware if he put me on my own suit or lumped me into a class action. Only communication ever is me emailing a inquiry once a year to them and usually the same reply. Waiting for negotiation. How many years does this take and shouldn't I hear about this from the attorney? Be... Read more »
answered on Sep 16, 2022
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. These cases could take longer than other types of injury cases, such as less complex car accident cases. An individual case could become one of hundreds in ongoing multidistrict litigation. Cases could be reassigned from... Read more »
answered on Sep 7, 2022
It is highly recommended that you not attempt to represent yourself in such a proceeding. Depending on whether your business is a sole proprietorship, limited liability company, or corporation, you may not be able to legally represent your business in a Texas court.
I'm sure you... Read more »
If a plea deal from a criminal assault case was accepted and done, can the Plaintiff sue in civil district court for exemplary damages or this double jeopardy? Count one is assault (family violence) count two is intentional infliction of emotional distress. This case was filed before the plea deal... Read more »
answered on Sep 7, 2022
No. The disposition of a criminal case does not affect the right of the victim to sue for civil damages in a separate civil lawsuit. Double jeopardy only prevents a person from being prosecuted twice for the same crime.
Exemplary damages can be recovered for a tort like assault if the... Read more »
The reservation is a 1/16 in deed but it’s because the land was under mineral lease when it was sold lessee held 15/16 interest in minerals. I can prove by one property owned at time and we still own had 1/16 conveyance from estates children to their mother because father died intestate and... Read more »
answered on Sep 7, 2022
Whether the process is simple or more challenging depends on the state of your mineral title. If you have a deed for these minerals it may be a matter of sending a copy of the deed to the oil company with a certified letter and requesting that they correct the error. Keep in mind that the landman... Read more »
answered on Sep 6, 2022
In the absence of an agreement, a child is not personally responsible for a parent's debt. In the absence of the acknowledgment of the validity of a debt, the statute of limitations to collect a debt in Texas is four years.
Husband been gone 2 weeks. What legal grounds are there. For inheritance of property. This will leave her homeless.
answered on Sep 3, 2022
"Wife" would have to prove that she was married to the deceased "husband". If she is successful, then she would entitled to inherit through intestate succession. If the home was purchased during the "marriage", then she could claim it as her homestead and continue to... Read more »
Husband been gone 2 weeks. What legal grounds are there. For inheritance of property. This will leave her homeless.
answered on Sep 3, 2022
If she can prove marriage she has live estate in house and 1/2 if community property
The contract was signed last year 7/21. After the money was sent, the individual vanished. I tried several times to collect payment. The money was indented and written for the investment of an 18- wheeler truck. The contract also stated I could have rights to drive. At this time I'm not... Read more »
answered on Sep 1, 2022
You most likely need a debt collection attorney in the state where the LLC on the loan contract is located and where the individual resides.
answered on Aug 20, 2022
Yes, this is called a directed verdict and means the case is so weak, that the judge takes it from the jury's hands. The information contained in this website is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any matter. The transmission and receipt... Read more »
answered on Aug 20, 2022
Yes, if the lease is subject to litigation in those target states.
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I bought a bike 6 months ago from a dealership and paid cash for it. I have been hassling the dealership about my title and plates, weekly for the past 6 months and keep getting the run around. I filed a complaint with the dmv and they completed an investigation and suggested I contact an attorney.... Read more »
answered on Aug 20, 2022
You can sue them and maybe get your attorney's fees granted via the Texas deceptive trade practices act and breach of contract. This one is pretty straight forward. Let me know if I can help you, this one seems to be pretty egregious.
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The information contained in... Read more »
Is it possible to pursue legal action on an attorney and judge for misconduct? The judge has already had disciplinary action With the board
answered on Aug 20, 2022
You can sue an attorney, yes. That is called malpractice.
Judges are exempt from suit because of how they ruled on your case. The best you can do is file a complaint with the Texas Judicial Board, but you need serious evidence. Merely ruling against you is insufficient. Your best way to... Read more »
answered on Aug 11, 2022
This is a better question for a Wills, Trust & Estate lawyer. Or an Estate Planning lawyer.
The transaction was not pursued by the buyer or seller and cancelled. The mortgage loan is present on my credit report showing the balance as open. That can't be legal?
answered on Aug 9, 2022
You need to do an official dispute about the mortgage loan being on your credit report. It is important that you check all three (3) credit reporting companies. The same thing may be on all 3. Each agency has a web-based dispute center on their websites. You should follow-up next week to see if it... Read more »
At the bar, a couple saw my friends and I hanging around them before their phone was stolen but it was a crowded bar and they assume we stole their phone and told the cops who then asked to search me and my friends and we said no, but is that legal??? We did not take their phone but are they... Read more »
answered on Jul 25, 2022
They can ask to search you and if you consent they can search you. If they do not have pc they cant search you without your consent,
answered on Jul 21, 2022
An Oklahoma attorney could probably respond best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Since the format here is only Q & A and not attorney-referral, you're going to need to reach out to attorneys on your own. The connection to Texas in your question isn't clear. If you want an... Read more »
Found out my father died 1 1/2 months ago and is already buried. Half adopted brother handled his cremation services and never notified me. I and my father had a joint title where his name and my name are on the title. Received video proof that my adopted half-brother has taken possession of the... Read more »
answered on Jul 6, 2022
The car is not stolen so do not file a false police report. Take the title and keys and go pick up the car if you are on the title as a owner
answered on Jun 30, 2022
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Attorneys here can't reach out to solicit your friend's matter. The format here is only question and answer, not attorney referral. But the closest thing here is the Find-a-Lawyer tab above. Your friend could... Read more »
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