I just found out my 17 year old daughter is sleeping with a 25 year old guy. What can be done leagally?

The age of consent for sexual activity in Texas is 17, so it appears that there is no statutory rape. However, it is an offense to have sexual...

First Amended Petition hand-delivered without Certificate of Service

Interesting. The lack of a certificate of service is minor as long as you got actual service. However, I'm confused about the case being in...

My Dad passed away recently. What does my Mom need to do to show herself as sole owner of all assets?

Yes, your mom will need to have the will probated. I would strongly suggest that she get an attorney, or a least go for a consult. However, the...

Can I become a cop?

Was this a Felony or Class A Misdemeanor probation? If so, you are not eligible to be a peace officer in Texas. A person can have a conviction...

Can a company that hired an epileptic person fire them after changing policy in a matter of days?

If your husband has a disability but can nonetheless do the essential duties of his job, he may have a claim under the Americans With Disabilities...

I am being sued and I need to submit a written answer to the court - what is that?

The most important thing is to timely file a written answer with the court. This can be as simple as a statement that "I generally deny the...

Filing Notice of Appeal

I would be careful to not limit myself in my notice of appeal. That is, do not include anything not required by Texas Rule of Appellate Procedure...

Is it good idea to sue the company for not paying my medical bills?

You may have a claim against your employer, but you will be required to prove that the employer was negligent. That is, that the employer beached...

Possibly. The grandmother would have to file a suit seeking custody in the court with continuing exclusive jurisdiction and the court would have...

How can i up the amount of the money i sued for in court of appeals?

Appeals from a small claims court are "de novo" in the County Court. That is, you have the opportunity to try the case again, as if it had never...