How long do we have to file probate?

Generally, you have 4 years from the date decedent died to apply for probate and be appointed as personal reprsentative (ie., have letters...

How to file my divorce

Doing your divorce pro se (in other words representing yourself) in Texas is fairly easy if you don't have a lot to deal with. The most...

The answer, in my opinion, is probably yes. It is customary for landlords to make repairs to homes that they lease. The Texas Property Code also...

Had verberal agreement to take over payemnts & car would be ours,now they are going back on their word.How do we get money back?

You cannot place a lien on the vehicle but could likely take advantage of some common law causes of action. The fact of the matter is, however,...

I live in dallas & i tried to start my own electrical sub- contract comp. i wk for a general contr & now he wont pay after 2 yrs

I would recommend having a lawyer send him a demand letter for money you're owed. If you're an independent contractor, then he has to pay that as a...

Gift versus inheritance?

It depends. In Texas, if someone gets a devise from a will (in other words if someone wills you something, including money) it's not community...

Can we sue

If your husband did not have an employment contract with the company then he was working on an 'At-Will" basis. This means that they could...

Can a father relenquish his parental rights because he doesn't want to pay child support?

No. Courts don't typically let fathers just cancel their parental responsibility over money. That said, the prevailing standard for all court...

Do my daughter and I have any legal rights in helping my husband, who's license has been suspended because ex wants more money?

The child support system in Texas can be a round-robbin of problems. Fathers who are ordered to pay support but who can't get thrown in jail by the...

My husband has always been alcoholic, but in recent years, his addiction has become more and more severe.

This is a tough situation. If he refuses to get help for his problem then it may be in your best interests (and the interests of your child to file...