Experienced Attorneys Handling Civil Litigation Matters in Houston
Resolving a legal dispute takes a considerable amount of skill, time, and resources. While you may wish to resolve these disputes amicably, there are times when this is impossible. When you exhaust all reasonable efforts to resolve your disputes, what can you do? Where can you turn for help?
At Roger G. Jain & Associates, P.C., our civil litigation lawyers have over 20+ years of extensive experience handling a wide range of civil litigation matters, including: Negligence, Breach of contract, Deceptive trade practices, Fraud, Money collections, Credit card defense & judgement, Foreclosures, Business litigation issues, construction and real estate contract disputes.
In a civil lawsuit, a plaintiff files an Original Petition against a defendant for damages. You may find yourself on either side of this lawsuit. As the plaintiff, you may seek to collect money owed to you or you may file a lawsuit against a negligent party for breach of contract. As the defendant, you may need to defend yourself or your business against someone who is seeking damages from you.
No matter what side of the trial you find yourself on, you will need a civil litigation lawyer to represent you and protect your interests. At Roger G. Jail & Associates, P.C., we have what it takes to help you achieve a successful outcome. We can assist you with filing the necessary paperwork, preparing your statements, and asserting your legal rights.
Breach of Contract & Business Litigation
There are times when a company breaches a contract. Whether it is a roofing contractor working on your home or a business venture gone south, breach of contract can sometimes result in litigation. At Roger G. Jain & Associates, P.C., our civil litigation lawyers help business owners, homeowners, contractors, and real estate buyers & agents with a variety of civil litigation matters. From fighting a mechanic’s lien to resolving partnership disputes or shareholder issues, we can help. Our business lawyers know that consumers and businesses need different types of civil litigation representation. No matter what breach of contract, construction dispute or business issue you face, we are here to help.
Construction Litigation and Construction Defect
Construction projects are highly coordinated and strategic projects. They take planning and numerous specialized contractors to ensure the safety of the project throughout completion. From private home construction to multi-million commercial projects, construction projects in Houston come in all sizes and scopes.
Unfortunately, there are times when a construction contract is violated or breached by a homeowner, a subcontractor, or a real estate agent. When this happens, disputes can arise that jeopardize the project, as well as the financial security of the investors, builders, and owners. When you have exhausted all efforts to resolve your disputes, you may need to file a mechanic’s lien or lawsuit.
At Roger G. Jain & Associates, P.C., our Houston, TX civil litigation attorneys have helped businesses, property owners, homeowners, builders, and subcontractors in a variety of real estate law matters who find themselves embroiled in construction disputes. If a subcontractor abandoned a project in the middle of construction or a homeowner refuses to pay for services, we can help. If you are a real estate agent and facing a lawsuit by your broker, we can help.
Throughout Harris County, our attorneys have helped: Homeowners, Subcontractors, Homeowners’ Associations, Contractors and builders, Property owners and managers, Real estate agents and real estate brokers.
We have handled numerous construction lawsuits. Our extensive knowledge of mechanic’s and contractor’s lien statutes and requirements helps us successfully file these liens and defend against them. We’ve handled construction cases all the way to verdict. If you have a dispute in this area of the law, you must act quickly. There are deadlines that may prevent you from asserting important rights.
Deceptive Trade Practices Act Violations
The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act protects consumers in Houston from fraudulent business practices. This law allows consumers who have been victimized by large companies to file lawsuits against those corporations, holding them accountable for their dishonesty. This also includes dishonesty in real estate and lending.
At Roger G. Jain & Associates, P.C., we can help plaintiffs hold irresponsible and dishonest businesses and corporations accountable for the harm they’ve caused. From breach of warranty to a violation of Texas Insurance Codes, we are there to help consumers get the help they need in a civil court of law.
If you’ve been a victim of a business scam or if you purchased a product or service that was not advertised correctly, we can help. Some other examples of DTPA violations include: Price gouging after a disaster, Making false statements about products, Making misleading claims about a competitor, Claiming a used product is new, Hiding the need for repairs or replacement parts, Lying about endorsements, Taking advantage of language barriers or consumer lack of knowledge and/or claiming the amount of a product is more than what it is.
Contact Our Houston Civil Litigation Lawyers Today!
While no one wants to have to fight for their rights in a court of law, there are times when you need the help of an experienced civil litigation lawyer. Breaches of contract and construction disputes are just a few of the reasons why you might need to have a skilled Houston civil litigation lawyer in your corner.
At Roger G. Jain & Associates, P.C., we know how to assist you in a variety of civil litigation matters. We have the resources and experience needed to win your cases in a courtroom, and we are not afraid to back down. Give us a call at (713) 981-0600 or fill out our confidential contact form to learn more about your legal options.