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How to collect 30K damage to the house done by tenant in Fort Worth, TX

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 21, 2014

You certainly sound like you have a case, but the biggest challenge I see here is trying to collect a judgment against these people. If they were...

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I have a friend that is paying property taxes on land owned by her mother. What rights does she have?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 21, 2014

Unfortunately, your friend has no property rights by virtue of paying the property taxes. Her mother is within her legal rights to deny the...

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For a small business, which is the best business structure Inc. or L.L.C. ?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 21, 2014

John Zgourides' post makes some excellent points for you to consider. I will add only that while it is true that both an LLC and a corporation...

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I am leaving an LLC partnership, and upon leaving she wants me to sign a contract that bars me from competing in the same area.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

Your colleague cannot stop you from starting your own business or force you to sign a non-compete. Still, you should consult with an attorney...

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In Texas, can a man ("Contractor")execute a mechanic's lien contract with his wife ("Owner") on their joint homestead?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 20, 2014

To have a valid lien on a homestead, there has to be (1) a written contract reflecting a payment obligation that is signed by both spouses and is...

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Can you add a $25.00 late fee to an open invoice even is there is nothing on the invoice stating if late there will be a 25.00

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2014

Oh, my. Any lien this clown attempts to put on your house would be not only invalid, but also fraudulent. To be able to record a valid lien on a...

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I am starting an online business with two family members. Do we have to incorporate before being able to accept customer orders?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2014

Congratulations on your new business! I like how you're thinking ahead. There is no legal requirement that you form your LLC before you start...

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Is there an advantage to filing a civil lawsuit for damages as far away from the defendant as possible?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 15, 2014

I'm going to give you a lawyer's answer - it depends. If you really do have a choice as to where to sue, then important considerations are...

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How do I represent myself in a demand letter for my deposit back if I never entered into a lease?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 15, 2014

This jerk defrauded you out of money. Send him a certified letter and tell him you'll give him 10 days to pay, and after that, you'll take him to...

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What can I do to get a release of lien on property that I believe I have paid for.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 15, 2014

I would send the lender a letter with a printout of my amortization calculation and ask them to release the lien within 10 days. If they won't...

Elizabeth Marguerite Broussard's Answers (431)

How to collect 30K damage to the house done by tenant in Fort Worth, TX

I have a friend that is paying property taxes on land owned by her mother. What rights does she have?

For a small business, which is the best business structure Inc. or L.L.C. ?

I am leaving an LLC partnership, and upon leaving she wants me to sign a contract that bars me from competing in the same area.

In Texas, can a man ("Contractor")execute a mechanic's lien contract with his wife ("Owner") on their joint homestead?

Can you add a $25.00 late fee to an open invoice even is there is nothing on the invoice stating if late there will be a 25.00

I am starting an online business with two family members. Do we have to incorporate before being able to accept customer orders?

Is there an advantage to filing a civil lawsuit for damages as far away from the defendant as possible?

How do I represent myself in a demand letter for my deposit back if I never entered into a lease?

What can I do to get a release of lien on property that I believe I have paid for.