I have purchased land in Texas, do I have to purchase property from a landowner in order to gain access to my land?

The general rule is that a tract of land can not be landlocked. There are a number of legal doctrines that may provide access. One is an easement...

My land lord never told us he was not the property owner.

In my earlier response, I failed to address the violation of a couple of other statues. When the legislature passes a statute, it usually provides...

Do I have to give my landlord new keys after changing locks on my commercial office lease.?

Generally the landlord needs access to the exterior doors. You must provide the exterior door keys as the lease requires. Can you have an...

Without a written lease, they should be Tenants at Will. Give them 30 days to vacate. If at the end of 30 days the home is not moved, hire an...

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You should have moved a long time ago. Return of security deposits is governed by Section 92.101 et. seq. of the Texas property Code. You must be...

Can I sue my landlord/fire Marshall?

There are common law and statutory rules that generally absolve governments and governmental employees from liability in the situation you have...

Restriction on the use of property can be created a number of ways. Here, there are deed restrictions that prohibit manufactured homes. Deed...

I paid my rent early, now have 3 day notice for failure to pay-in Texas.

Sounds like the left hand does not know what the right hand is doing. It is probably just a book keeping error. Take your receipts to the office...

Can I be held responsible for a damaged work-issued Ipad?

While you may not have signed anything, your company probably has a policy on care of and liability for damaged equipment. Look in your employee...

What type of attorney do I need: Probate or real estate to partition my deceased mothers home and when can I begin a partition

You definitely need you own legal counsel. I suggest a Board certified Real Estate Lawyer that does litigation. He will know the partition...