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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Government Contracts and Public Benefits for Texas on
Q: I need a lawyer with knowledge of Harris county housing voucher assistance program

I’m disabled with some mental health and physical disabilities. I need a lawyer to address on going contract issues, voucher assistance, denial of reasonable accommodation, privacy act and rental agreement violations.

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

Finding a lawyer knowledgeable about the Harris County housing voucher assistance program is a crucial step for addressing your concerns regarding contract issues, voucher assistance, denial of reasonable accommodation, privacy act violations, and rental agreement breaches. It is recommended to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: My husband built our house himself on his deeded property, more than 30 years ago but never got a ‘deed’ to the house.

Does the land deed then become the house deed as proof of ownership for the house and property?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 26, 2024

Yes. An improvement like a fixed-position home becomes a part of the land. A deed conveying the land also conveys the home. Just like when you buy a vacant parcel of land and build a home on it.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: Does anything in the lease override the law of quiet enjoyment?

I live in an apartment building. Above me I can hear babies crying non stop, loud stomping noises, and below there is 3 dogs that bark non stop. It wakes me up every morning at 3 even when I turn on the tv. I told my leasing agent about these ongoing issues multiple times, but nothing is getting... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

In situations where noise interferes with your quiet enjoyment of your apartment, the lease terms cannot override state laws or local ordinances regarding your right to quiet enjoyment. In Texas, the law of quiet enjoyment is implied in every residential lease, which means that excessive noise that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: Hello. My neighbor changed the landscape on his side of the fence causing my property to erode.

He dug out his side of the fence without any supporting wall to keep my property from eroding. He is also channeling his roof water onto my property, causing it to flood.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 25, 2024

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could try reposting and adding the additional categories of Real Estate and Construction Law. Although questions do go unanswered here sometimes, there might be better chances of a response with the additional... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice for Texas on
Q: If I use a fake id at a gas station and the clerk calls the cops on me, am i legally allowed to leave before cops arrive

I would like to know if I can legally leave, and if so, will there be a follow up notice given to me

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 21, 2024

You may legally leave but could be arrested without advance notice later.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Coronavirus shot damaged my shoulder. What can I do about it. Advice on how to handle it leagully would be great.

I got the coronavirus shot back when they were just starting to do them and I’ve had shoulders pains ever since and they keep getting worse. What do I do about this leagully?

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answered on Mar 19, 2024

If you believe your shoulder pain is directly related to the coronavirus vaccination, it's important to first consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and treatment options. Documenting your symptoms, their progression, and any treatments attempted is crucial. This... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Hi, I’m want some advice on coronavirus shots and what to be done about development pains over the course of time.

I got the coronavirus shot about two years ago and ever since I’ve had horrible shoulder pains, I’ve gradually gotten worse and worse and worse. Now it’s to the point of where I can’t really sleep at night. I’ve lost my strength in that arm. I ain’t able to use it at all like I used to... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 19, 2024

You will need to submit a claim to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program

You can find information here: https://www.hrsa.gov/vaccine-compensation

You will want to research nationwide to determine if there are any attorneys accepting cases involving claims to the Program...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: Does the approved i130 expire if the i485 was denied for failure to submit the Covid shots?
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answered on Mar 18, 2024

The approval of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is a significant step in the process of sponsoring a family member for a green card. However, it's essential to understand that the approval of this form does not automatically guarantee the approval of Form I-485, Application to... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Law, Contracts and Construction Law for Texas on
Q: What can I file saying that my neighbor agrees to let me put a business sign on their property?

The neighbor is also a business. It's in an unincorporated zone in Llano Tx, so there are no sign permits. The official property lines on the Land Title are like 3-4 ft off so everyone's lot is technically overlapping.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 15, 2024

Signage easement.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Texas on
Q: I have a BMW car which has automatic recording system on and recently met with an accident but it didn't record anything

Can I sue BMW for this

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 13, 2024

Theoretically, but your damages will most likely be the cost to repair the ARS so that it works.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Texas on
Q: Is it lawful for a lawyer to redirect award funds designated for a client to their lawfirm without the client's consent?

Is it lawful (impropriety/appearance of and/or unethical) for a lawyer to redirect award funds from the conclusion of litigation, designated for a client, to their law firm without the client's knowledge or consent? Especially when there are unresolved lawyer's fees, the legitimacy of... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 13, 2024

No. When there is a dispute such as this, the lawyer should hold the disputed funds in the firm's IOLTA (i.e. client trust account) pending a resolution of the dispute and should not redirect those funds into the firm's operating account.

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure and Insurance Defense for Texas on
Q: Can i buy a title insurance policy for a deed in lieu of foreclosure in Texas? I am the owner finance lender.
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 11, 2024

Yes, you can legally buy a title insurance policy.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: How long does a business has to file criminal traspassing & called your employer even tho you don't work in that locatio
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 11, 2024

The statute of limitations on a criminal trespass charge in Texas is three years.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Texas on
Q: I'd like to know if an NDA I had is enforceable after 3 years.

Guy who I freelanced for online in 2021 emailed me and is wanting to enforce it asking for an up to date email. I haven't broke the NDA, or whatever he's claiming.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 11, 2024

It depends upon the duration specified in your NDA. In some instances, the NDA provision does not have an expiration date--for example, NDAs concerning a trade secret.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Texas on
Q: What should my late fee penalty be on a title loan?

If I have a title loan in the state of Texas for the principal amount of $5000 & the amount to renew is $750 every month…& in the contract it states the following: $7.50 or 5% of the scheduled payment amount (whichever amount is greater), for any payment to Lender not paid after the 10th... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 8, 2024

5% of $750.00 is $37.50. This assumes that what you call "the amount to renew" is the same thing as "the scheduled payment amount."

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: I got a felony drug charge in June of 2019 can they still arrest me for that since I have never been to court only when
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 8, 2024

Yes. The statute of limitations is five years and will not expire until June 2024. The State has until then to indict you. As long as the State indicts you before then, it can arrest anytime after that indictment.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for Texas on
Q: Has the statute of limitations past for Suboxone tooth decay in Texas? Both daughters severely affected

They have taken the strips since about 2015 or 2016 and still on it. Just recently heard about law suits, teeth are completely gone for one and severely rotted for other daughter

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 6, 2024

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. One option could be to contact law firms that may be handling such cases. Such product liability firms often hold themselves out for specific prescription medications or medical products. If you search online and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: Being evicted never received proper notice it was not posted on the door I did not see notice until court

Landlord claimed to have filed notice to vacate but it was never posted on my door it was not sent via mail or certified mail dude shows up to court with a notice to vacate for Nov 15th no date on his signature for vacate notice provided in court and he said he does not know how it was delivered... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 6, 2024

If the JP believes that the notice to vacate was not properly provided, the JP most likely will deny the eviction. If the JP makes an erroneous ruling in this regard, the tenant can appeal the JP's decision to the county court.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Texas on
Q: Can we deduct the cost of preplacement physical and drug test from employee’s check if they quit before 90 days?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 6, 2024

If and only if the employee signed a document that authorizes you to do so.

1 Answer | Asked in Stockbroker Fraud for Texas on
Q: My Wife and I live in Texas we recorded a conversation with two Schwab experts in Arizona.

The recording shows one person in Arizona was not truthful. Can we use the recording against that person.

Thank You

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 6, 2024

Both Texas and Arizona are one-party consent states. As long as you were a party to the conversation, you may use a recording that you made.

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