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We entered into a contract for build in November 23. We made structural upgrades to the build. The builder never moved those numbers to the sales agreement. We then made design upgrades. We again amended the sales agreement but it never had structural upgrade costs put on it. The builder, nor us,... View More 
answered on Apr 10, 2024
The answer to your question depends on whether your contract with the builder was a "fixed price" contract (e.g., "I will building you that house for $500,000") or a "cost-plus" contract (e.g., "I will build you that house for whatever it costs me plus 10%").... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
If the police has probable cause they can search your car.
answered on Apr 6, 2024
I'm sorry for the loss of your sister. A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It sounds like you may have already been searching on your own for attorneys. You could also use the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, which lists attorneys by region and... View More
I have Power of Attorney for my 95 year old incapacitated mother. I have audio evidence of a sibling verbally and emotionally abusing her. Is there case law to use this recording in a guardianship hearing?
answered on Apr 6, 2024
You cannot use a recording unless you are a party to the conversation
It was originally assault with a deadly weapon but lowered to a misdemeanor of Assault with bodily injury. I just got an interview to be a flight attendant and I don't want to lose the opportunity due to this charge. It happened in 2016.
answered on Apr 6, 2024
You cannot get a non disclosure. It appears you were convicted and will stay on your record
Do I have a chance of getting the charges dropped or what can I do?
answered on Apr 6, 2024
If you passed the blood and breath test you have a chance. Also it depends on how you performed on field sobriety test and the reason he pulled you over
hello i am 18 and still in high school and was adopted by my aunt and uncle. i have recently moved out and she (my aunt) is refusing to give me my legal documents-such as my Social security card, birth certificate, and mail (under my name). is this in anyways legal? and if she continues to refuse... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2024
You can get your own SS card and birth certificate. Go to the post office and transfer yourail to the new address .
answered on Apr 4, 2024
You can usually file a petition for discretionary review to the Supreme Court of Texas.
answered on Apr 4, 2024
Obviously this is a commercial eviction. I handle commercial eviction cases statewide, including appeals to the courts of appeal.
(If, for some reason, this is a residential eviction, please disregard as the courts of appeal lack jurisdiction to hear such cases).
I moved to Texas within 6 months ago, the father wasn’t really in the picture and I didn’t bother telling him due to him saying he’s not his. I didn’t bother of informing him of anything. Now he’s trying to come back in the picture. We’re married and live in two different states. I did... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
Under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act and the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act, if the child has established his/her domicile and residence in Texas for six months, you should be able to initiate proceedings for child support and custody against the father if he lives in the United... View More
My son is 5 and he was diagnosed with Autism around 2 yrs old. We have had him enrolled in an ABA facility for therapy in which he was going 40 hrs a week, as directed by his physician . Recently my insurance company cut his hours in half. We appealed this and had a new assessment done and sent it... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you're seeking a pro bono attorney, one option would be to start with legal aid organizations about information and resources they might have. State and local bar associations might be another source of guidance.... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
Depending on the type of violation, the judge and DA will usually wait until there is a violation hearing before you get revoked or punished. Do not give up on yourself.
I wish you luck!
What can be done, other than bankruptcy to immediately stop my home from going to auction? I only was made aware of my property going to auction by setting a reminder on the website for my property. The bank cancelled a Nov 23’ auction. I have not received tax forms from the lender since 2019 and... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the challenging situation you're facing with your home potentially being auctioned off, especially given the lack of proper notification and other issues you've described with your lender. This sounds very stressful and I can understand your urgency in... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you may have been the victim of identity theft, which is an awful experience that can have devastating consequences. Here are some steps I would recommend taking:
1. Contact the credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) to... View More
I'm trying to contact the authors of the book "Off-Grid Survival Projects" to see if they would be willing to give a class at a museum (On how to make homemade toilet paper). And was directed to your site. Apparently one or more of the authors named is not a real person but is an... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
The situation you've described, where an entity rather than an individual holds the copyright, is common in publishing. Identifying the correct contact might require some research into the publishing company or organization listed as the copyright holder of the book.
For your specific... View More
Attorney was made aware and records were available but he refused to look at them. My sons condition was known to this judge from previous situation. The charges were extreme considering the facts. In TDCJ his medication had been stopped. He had a relapse of symptoms and officer was told this. Was... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
I'm deeply sorry to hear about the challenges and injustices your son has faced. It sounds like a difficult situation where the legal and medical needs of someone with a mental health condition have not been adequately met. It's crucial to advocate for his rights and ensure he receives... View More
and also El Paso Sheriffs Deputies. The day of the hit and run moments before my ex wife kept anounccing every light intersection til we crashed. EPPD officers arrived and didt treat it like a hit n run. They moved my car and another officer arrived and gave me a ticket for not having my actual... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
I'm deeply sorry to hear about the distressing experience you've gone through. It sounds like a complex situation involving personal relationships and the response of local law enforcement. It's understandable you would feel frustrated and possibly overwhelmed by the way events... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
NO!
Any rights to land in TX, and the USA, must be in writing and recorded with the county clerk.
I hope this helps.
In 2023, a banking institution and a securities brokerage in Texas refused to accept my mother’s (Texas) Durable Power of Attorney executed in 2010, because their internal policy was not to accept POAs over three years old, irrespective of prominent language that the POA “was not affected and... View More
Can I use sick leave the last 2 weeks & personal time just not vacation time? To still be able to cash out vacation time?
answered on Mar 27, 2024
As long as you are truly sick and can provide medical documentation of your illness upon request, you can take your sick leave.
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