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answered on Nov 2, 2025

The facts you have presented do show a cause of action against the landlord who reported the false information. However, such a case is weak if you do not make at least one formal request for the landlord, or person who is publishing the false information against you.

You will also need to... View More

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answered on Nov 2, 2025

If you have proof that you have been paying the described rent, and only the girlfriend is telling you to leave, she is committing a crime. There is a difference between a commercial lease, and a residential lease. Your situation sounds like it could be a residential lease. In any event, you need... View More

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answered on Nov 2, 2025

Sounds like a terrible situation.

If your "friend" is not in support of this legal question and inquiry, nothing can be done for him.

But, if he wants them to go, he needs to man-up and tell his girlfriend she needs to contribute to cleaning, paying bills, and if the feces... View More

I think he has many options without risking his home.

First, as the owner of the home, he has the legal right to not allow animals other than service dogs and ESAs. If the animals belong to someone else, he should give them 30-days advance written notice to remove the animals from the... View More

It depends upon the language of your lease and your mental health diagnosis. If you were no mentally competent when you signed your lease, it is likely possible to rescind or terminate the lease. If you are not mentally competent now, it may be possible to terminate your lease. Not every mental... View More

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answered on Oct 30, 2025

On an issue like your mental health diagnosis, your contract obligations in Texas remain in effect.

You can not simply walk away from a contract. However, if you were to be placed into a Guardianship, in the Probate Courts, your obligations to your landlord may change.

To be sure, I... View More

I would strongly recommend that you either negotiate and sign a written agreement with the landlord or pack up your things and move out before the writ of possession is served upon you. A constable may, but is not required to, give you a couple of hours to pack up your stuff. It will be much more... View More

If you cannot afford to pay the HOA dues, you can try and negotiate a payment plan or a reduced amount for a lump sum payment. Ultimately, you will need to probate the estate(s) or file an affidavit of heirship in order to fully resolve the situation. Once probate occurs or an affidavit of heirship... View More

Ordinarily, in an eviction case, there are only two issues: (1) did you pay your rent on time in full, and (2) did your landlord give you proper and timely notice to vacate the premises.

There is no balancing of equities or "I'm going through tough times" defense.... View More

The Texas Property Code outlines duties owed by landlords that will address issues of "habitability" of the leased premises. As you may have already done so, it is important In your communications with the landlord or management company to inform them of the extent of the pre-existing... View More

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answered on Oct 5, 2025

The best place to start is the HOA Rules. There is a copy at the office of the HOA, and a copy should have been given to you at your closing, when you bought your property. The rules will have all the details about fine payments, Dues, and all other payments and how the same is accounted.... View More

It is sometimes very hard to prove the existence of a verbal agreement if the parties disagree. When deciding whether someone is a burglar or trespasser, law enforcement looks at objective evidence like the address on your drivers' license, whether your mail is delivered to the address, and... View More

If the mortgage company bought the property in the foreclosure sale, you might be able to pay off the balance on the mortgage loan, including all accrued interest, late fees, and the costs of the foreclosure sale.

Otherwise, it doesn't look like you have any valid grounds to contest... View More

Sure. A boundary dispute such as this will likely cost $25,000-50,000 in legal costs and expense and will likely cause tremendous hard feelings between the neighboring parties. With two separate surveys apparently saying different things, it is impossible to predict who will win. It is entirely... View More

"I think" NOT "I do not think"

Attorneys sometime differ in their professional opinions. This is one of those times.

I do not think that your fiance's initiation of the altercation did not create a foreseeable harm from the teenager's mother pressing felony criminal charges against you. There is a famous case... View More

In a divorce case, you must be properly served with the divorce petition and citation. These are different documents from the decree. If you have been properly served with the divorce petition and citation, you become legally obligated to file a written answer with the court.

In some... View More

In general, the language of your lease will govern whether you are responsible for HOA fines in this circumstance. You should carefully review your lease to determine whether you are responsible for trees or landscaping under the terms of your lease. If you were responsible for landscape... View More

First, you are required to prove that you have provided to your landlord in writing your new address for the return of your security deposit. This is a condition precedent imposed upon you.

Second, your landlord is legally obligated to either refund the security deposit to you at the new... View More

In Texas, property owners and management companies have a legal duty to keep residents safe and ensure contractors follow proper safety protocols. If landscapers failed to block off hazardous areas, notify you, or follow city regulations, and you or your pet were injured, you may have a strong... View More