When someone dies in Texas, those left behind need a legal way to distribute that person’s assets and resolve their debts. That procedure is known as probate. The probate process in Texas is fairly straightforward and helps heirs and survivors follow their loved one’s...
Families can be rambunctious, and squabbles are common. Usually, parents and their adult children, or adult siblings, can work things out. Sometimes, disagreements can escalate and end up in court. The different types of legal family disputes raise issues that require...
A contract exists when on or the other party has made an offer, the offer has been accepted, and the parties agree on the terms (a “meeting of the minds”). There must be mutual consent to the contract, appropriate “consideration” (usually expressed as the amount of...
No matter the size, almost all businesses will need to contact a business lawyer at some point. Unfortunately, many business owners only call after an issue has occurred, not knowing that seeking help early can prevent problems in the first place. While this doesn’t...
Many couples want to keep things civil when their marriage ends. There are two common methods of reaching a divorce agreement that doesn’t involve adversarial proceedings in front of a judge. When choosing collaborative divorce vs. mediation, which is right for you...
Even amicable divorces are hard on everyone involved, especially the kids. Acrimonious divorces that make child custody the focus of all the former spouses’ conflict just make things worse for the children. Although each of you may want to eradicate the other from...
When debts keep piling on and you or your business just can’t keep up, declaring bankruptcy may be the best option. While it’s upsetting, stressful, and for many people, embarrassing, a guide to the different types of bankruptcy can help you understand the process and...
Life can be unpredictable, but death is a reality none can avoid. Ensuring your affairs are in order so that your family has a guide to your wishes gives you peace of mind. This is because you know you’ve provided instructions for distributing your assets and who is...
Almost always the answer is “Yes!”, IF you qualify for bankruptcy relief, and file before the date and time set out in the Notice of Foreclosure, Notice of Substitute Trustee Sale, or Notice of Sheriff’s Sale. Different bankruptcies provide for different relief from...
The answer is usually “YES!”, …but only if you qualify for Chapter 13* (a bankruptcy refinancing option). In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, (a payment plan for consumers) they may lower their interest rates to the prevailing federal prime rate plus 2%, which at this...
