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What is a Civil Lawsuit?
Most Americans have seen the inside of a courtroom on television. You’ve seen the judge banging the gavel and asking for order in the courtroom. You’ve seen the outbursts and the jury deliberations. However, the truth of the matter is that the majority of cases never actually go to trial. So, even if you… Read More »
Do You Need a Living Trust in Texas?
End-of-life planning is not something anyone wants to think about. It can be painful or scary to think about life after your death. What will happen to your family? Who will raise your children? How will your assets be divided? Unfortunately, without a solid estate plan, the Texas courts will determine the answers to… Read More »
My Teen Was Arrested for a Violent Crime, What Can I Do?
Getting a phone call from the police department is every parent’s worst nightmare. Learning that your teenager has been arrested and charged with a violent crime is terrifying. You may be worried about their future and what a conviction could mean for their life. Will your child be charged as an adult? Will they… Read More »
Will You Go to Prison After a Domestic Assault Conviction in Texas?
Domestic violence charges are serious and should not be taken lightly. What might seem like a simple domestic dispute to you, could be seen differently in a court of law. Suddenly, you could find yourself facing jail or prison if convicted of domestic assault. But are there alternatives to jail or prison? With the… Read More »
Why You Need an Estate Plan NOW
No one likes to think about life after they’re gone. Not even the wealthy and famous. When “Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman died he left behind millions in his estate. Without a will, his wife must now go through the courts to be named administrator and his assets are subject to probate. This lengthy… Read More »
COVID-19 is Straining Houston Marriages
COVID-19 has taken its toll on the United States for nearly all of 2020 with no end in sight. Businesses have gone under, individuals have lost their jobs, and life as we know it has changed entirely. For many families, the stress and uncertainty of the pandemic has put additional strain on their marriages…. Read More »
Texas Courts Structure and Statistics…
The existing Texas court system was established by an amendment to the state Constitution in 1891. Below is a description of the basic hierarchal structure of the court system. Supreme Court: The Texas Supreme Court is the highest state appellate court for civil cases. The Supreme Court is made up of nine judges, referred… Read More »
How Should I Incorporate my Business?
Numerous methods are available to form your business, each with its own benefits and disadvantages. A business owner who selects the wrong business structure or fails to properly file the required incorporation forms with the Secretary of State may be held personally liable for any obligations incurred on behalf of business or run into… Read More »
Can I Recover Attorney’s Fees in my Lawsuit?
In a civil lawsuit you may recover attorney’s fees in limited circumstances. Texas follows the American rule in which attorney’s fees are recoverable if authorized by contract or statute. This article will discuss the situations where you may be awarded attorney’s fees under a contract or statute in civil litigation. Contract If you have… Read More »
Pretrial Dispositions of Criminal Cases
The vast majority of criminal cases never go to trial. These cases are either disposed of by a plea bargain or dismissed outright. This article explains two common ways by which criminal cases are disposed of in a plea bargain that may also result in a dismissal upon completion. Deferred adjudication A deferred adjudication… Read More »