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My then new born brother was named the executor. 67 years later both parents passed within 37 hours. Our mother was mentally incapacitated. My brother began his role as executor even though he had a long history of drug abuse, had been batteling cancer for 7 years in poor health. The farm was... View More 
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss, In Texas a Will must be submitted for probate within 4 years unless the applicant can show a valid reason as to why it was delayed. Here there was no probate. I would be interested in how the brother divided anything if it involved real property. Though he could write... View More
Probable cause affidavit and hearing has multiple discrepancies and the warrant altered after returned and conflicting with bailbond on return warrant as was the offense date vs. what being tried on them records locked and made unavailable to the bondsmen even
No local attorney has been... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
This is one of those rare cases where I have to disagree with Mr. Arrasmith because, in Texas, only the prosecutor can file a motion to dismiss charges. Neither a pro se criminal defendant nor criminal defense attorney can file a motion to dismiss charges in Texas.
I think the only way to... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In Texas, landlords are generally responsible for maintaining a safe and habitable rental property, which includes making necessary repairs to essential items like air conditioning and appliances. However, the specific terms of a lease agreement can affect the tenant's responsibilities.... View More
Search his passenger, him and my car without consent. After information given, still be arrested and sent to jail. The stop was for my son or another car honking his horn . The officer said that was road rage, even if he knew the guy in the other car. My son was four years into his five year... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I understand how distressing this situation must be for you and your family. In cases of wrongful arrest and the violation of rights, the path forward can indeed be challenging and fraught with legal complexities. It's crucial to address these injustices, and seeking legal assistance is a key... View More
I cannot remove the approximately $3000 in there. I am a widow who lives alone on a fixed income. what can i do?
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Having your bank account frozen without explanation can be very stressful, especially when you rely on that money for your living expenses. Here are a few steps you can take to try to resolve the issue:
1. Keep trying to contact SoFi Bank:... View More
My commercial landlord - Boxer Property is threatening to evict because I've requested the register of my payment activity to date. Each month, I over $100 fees are added. I take care of it and but the fees remain. They also charge late fees on late fees. Along with late fees on hold-over... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
It's important to carefully review your lease agreement and document all the fees that have been charged to you, including the dates and amounts. If fees are being added without clear justification or contrary to the lease terms, gathering this documentation is a critical first step.... View More
My daughter will create LLC in Panama to manage her Airbnb property. She has dual citizenship. USA and Panama. I plan to establish LLC to pay her a salary to manage her property until she gets a footing and is earning enough from the properties to be self suffient.
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
There are a few options to consider for investing in your daughter's Panama LLC while minimizing your federal tax burden:
1. Gift tax exclusion: You can gift up to $18,000 per year (as of 2024) to your daughter without triggering any gift tax. If you're married, you and your... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
In legal proceedings, a subpoena can indeed request companies to deanonymize anonymized data. However, the feasibility of such a request heavily depends on the jurisdiction, the specific case, and the data in question. Companies are bound by privacy laws and regulations, which vary significantly... View More
We have about $59k in unsecured credit card debt we can't pay on. Also have t filed 2023 taxes yet will be doing that this weekend will owe!! Does our Ss income and VA disability income need to be included in means test?
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
When facing financial difficulties, especially with a significant amount of unsecured debt, understanding what income must be included in the means test for bankruptcy can be crucial. The means test is designed to determine eligibility for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which can discharge many types of... View More
I am applying for an I-539 to change from B2 to F1.
My permission to stay in the USA ends in April 2024, and I start my studies (I-539 in the field "What is the effective date of change?") in June 2024.
Should I be concerned about this 2-month gap in my visa status?... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
Yes, you should be concerned about the 2-month gap in your visa status. U.S. immigration regulations require maintaining lawful status until the commencement of studies on an F1 visa. A gap between the expiration of your B2 status and the start date of your F1 status could lead to issues, including... View More
Can you ask the District Court for a writ of possession from a title action in 1938 in Texas due to a person claiming title through a person who from whom the property is recovered and against a person claiming the property through that party to the action that title was recovered from the first... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
A quitclaim deed does not transfer title and shouldn't create a cloud on your title. A judgment usually becomes dormant after ten years. You may need to file a quiet title action against the new party claiming an adverse interest to your ownership in the land.
I got the "Statutory Durable Power of Attorney" "Directive to Physician", and "Medical Power of Attorney" documents done today. When I asked for additional copies, the secretary unstapled the documents and made copies. Is this acceptable? I was told it is fine for... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
Yes everything but the Will. In Texas the Probate Court clerk is supposed to review the Will and make notes when filed if staples appear to have been replaced, etc. As for the Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney and Healthcare Directive these documents are commonly unstapled and... View More
nothing is being resolved. they are saying they are waiting on inspection results. my fiancé has been to the er because of breathing issues already and so were moving out. or lease ends in 2.5 months and we are requesting that they end it early. we have already gotten a new place and we are moving... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
The answer to your question depends on many facts not stated in your question. First, what your lease agreement says will be extremely important in determining your rights and your landlord's obligations in this particular circumstance. Usually, a lease does not allow a tenant to terminate... View More
One of my acquaintances is calling people around and spreading slander about me. He has called me a prostitute in front of a witness. I want to know my legal options against this person and how to put a stop to it immediately. I thought of getting an injunction or cease and desist order but as per... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Yes, you can sue. You will need to prove that someone actually believed the slanderous statement made about you and took some sort of adverse action that caused you to sustain damages. For example, if an employer heard and believed the slanderous statement and fired you, you likely could recover... View More
A few days ago someone approached a DM of one of my social media accounts and said they knew for a very long time my people were being weird and have screenshots. They sent these to me and I'm concerned and scared. My sister has been drone stalking, cyber stalking, making a false reports under... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
It is highly unlikely an attorney will provide a free consultation based on the facts you describe.
Filing a false report under a false name with CPS is a crime. Stalking is a crime. They should be reported to law enforcement for investigation and prosecution, especially if you have proof... View More
I want to sell the home for Fair Market Value. The mother of buyer wants to sell for less. Buyer agreed to pay me more so does the mother determine how much I will get from the sale? The home is co-owner by 3 people.
answered on Mar 28, 2024
In the absence of an agreement to the contrary, equal co-owners will split the net proceeds of the sale in equal portions. So, in your situation, you need to reach an agreement with all three co-owners that you will receive a greater portion. If one of the co-owners is a minor, the minor's... View More
If no statue limitation, but only has six months file charges on the surgeon. I didn’t have six months because it took me nine months before the wick lady in Louisiana found one hernia took into the emergency emergency room. The doctor said he’s got two hernias he was born with. Thank God I... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
It is unclear what your question is.
The statute of limitations for a medical malpractice case in Texas is two years. That means that, ordinarily, a patient must file any lawsuit asserting a medical malpractice claim within two years of the date that the cause of action accrued.... View More
I have two over 21 year old kids that are US citizens and I never got a visa when I entered. I have no bad track record. I have a 9 year old and I haven’t seen my Mexico family in 20 years.
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Despite having two US citizen children, your entry without inspection may not allow you to adjust status through a green card application based on family petition filed by your children on your behalf. The provisional unlawful presence waiver is a waiver of the unlawful presence whereby the lawful... View More
I have two over 21 year old kids that are US citizens and I never got a visa when I entered. I have no bad track record. I have a 9 year old and I haven’t seen my Mexico family in 20 years.
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
If you've been in the country for 20 years without legal status, it's essential to understand your options carefully. The fact that you have two children over the age of 21 who are U.S. citizens could play a significant role in your case. These family connections might offer a pathway for... View More
What are my legal financial responsiblilities? This was a service based business
answered on Mar 27, 2024
As long as you provided all of the services you contracted to provide to your "members," you have no obligation to refund their payments if your contract expressly provides no refunds.
Where some service-based businesses get into trouble is when they contractually obligated the... View More
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