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Lived on property f/ 6 yrs willed to me by my mother. she changed her will and told me to move. What rights if any do I have?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

You won't like this answer. In fact I don't like this answer. But -- anyone can change their Will. Absent undue influence, Mom can rewrite or...

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Spring, Texas. A judge issued a temporary restraining oder in 2008. My board of directors at that time took more than $12.8M.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

I am concerned that too much time may have elapsed. Did the board have the benefit of D&O -- directors & officers -- insurance? Was a Judgment...

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T he hearing is set for april 10 2015 .how long do I have to file opposition to a motion for summary judgment.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

I've already answered this, and my reply hasn't changed. MSJ procedure in Texas state court and the deadlines for filing and defending are here:...

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Do I have a small claim? Can I have legal representation?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Option 1: Send the President or owner of the rental a demand letter by certified mail, return receipt requested, for payment of the $6k within 10...

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How long do i have to file opposition to a motion for summary judgment in the state of texas

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Check Rule 166a here, to answer your Q if your case is in State Court:...

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A foreign exchange student visited me in 2006, got sick and went to ER. Just got collection notice. Is it payable?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Why in the world are you opening her mail, and pray tell why is this ANY of your business if you did not guarantee or co-sign for her at the ER? Do...

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Collecting money owed from a promissary note.

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Yes of course you can assert a lawsuit. The bigger issue is one of collateral. Was your Note secured by the assets of the business, or maybe the...

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My question is can I demolished the house and bifurcate it into two lots

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

The answer is a question of State laws and City ordinances. It is not uncommon to divide and plat one lot into two or more, and there are State...

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Can I be evicted for my landlords mistakes?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Not sure I totally understand your Q. Regardless, most leases give LLs the right to apply monies as they deem appropriate. In your case, your LL...

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Bought a car off of craigslist that had more problems than were stated and broke down the same day of sale, what can I do?

Stuart's answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Mr. Walton offers good, practical advice, as always. I'll only add that for $1350 most judges and jurors will conclude that you bought a jalopy,...

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Lived on property f/ 6 yrs willed to me by my mother. she changed her will and told me to move. What rights if any do I have?

Spring, Texas. A judge issued a temporary restraining oder in 2008. My board of directors at that time took more than $12.8M.

T he hearing is set for april 10 2015 .how long do I have to file opposition to a motion for summary judgment.

Do I have a small claim? Can I have legal representation?

How long do i have to file opposition to a motion for summary judgment in the state of texas

A foreign exchange student visited me in 2006, got sick and went to ER. Just got collection notice. Is it payable?

Collecting money owed from a promissary note.

My question is can I demolished the house and bifurcate it into two lots

Can I be evicted for my landlords mistakes?

Bought a car off of craigslist that had more problems than were stated and broke down the same day of sale, what can I do?