Questions answered by Sarahjane Davidson

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I need a pro Bono attorney in the jefferson county texas area to handle a civil rights case.

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on April 05, 2012

This is not a forum for pro bono representation - this is a forum for lawyers to provide general legal information in response to posted questions,...

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My LL increased my rent during the lease, I'm in Texas, what can I do legally for this violation of the lease?

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on April 05, 2012

It sounds like your lease was over and the LL gave you 60 days termination notice (probably as the lease requires), but your post is confusing. If...

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I am a commercial tenant who been locked out for nonpayment of rent, I do not desire to continue with the lease, my question is:

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on April 05, 2012

No, generally, but it depends on what your lease says, and publicly-filed financing statements concerning equipment, if any. Attorney Peeples'...

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Do I have to be a paying client to sue a lawer in Texas for legal malpractice

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on April 05, 2012

So, let me get this straight - you didn't bother to hire your own lawyer on an issue of this magnitude for whatever reason (I would guess because...

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Can we sue previous homeowners for not listing this sewer problem on disclosure?

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on April 05, 2012

If the sellers knew and failed to disclose, or intentionally misrepresented, the true condition of the property, you have colorable causes of...

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Will a warranty deed that i sign in a divorce remove my name with the mortgage company and not effect my credit?

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on March 30, 2012

No - it will not. The mortgage lender is not a party to your divorce and will most likely NOT let you off the mortgage loan. If your husband...

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What should i do?/Could I sue?

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on March 30, 2012

No - you have no legal claim or cause of action based on the facts you posted.

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If i have clear title but also sighned a diff title to lender can it be repossesed

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on March 30, 2012

Yes. You no longer have a clear title regardless of what a piece of paper says that is dated prior to the date you gave a lien to the title...

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Landlord Changed the Locks on Us - Property Still in the House

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on March 30, 2012

You can try to negotiate something with the landlord, but you don't have much in your favor. As you seem to realize, the fact that you failed to...

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How can i begin a lawsuit against some one for personal property damages?

Sarahjane's answer | Answered on March 30, 2012

If the amount is low enough, you can sue in a local small claims court pretty easily by yourself without a lawyer. Look up justice courts and...

Sarahjane Davidson's Answers (511)

I need a pro Bono attorney in the jefferson county texas area to handle a civil rights case.

My LL increased my rent during the lease, I'm in Texas, what can I do legally for this violation of the lease?

I am a commercial tenant who been locked out for nonpayment of rent, I do not desire to continue with the lease, my question is:

Do I have to be a paying client to sue a lawer in Texas for legal malpractice

Can we sue previous homeowners for not listing this sewer problem on disclosure?

Will a warranty deed that i sign in a divorce remove my name with the mortgage company and not effect my credit?

What should i do?/Could I sue?

If i have clear title but also sighned a diff title to lender can it be repossesed

Landlord Changed the Locks on Us - Property Still in the House

How can i begin a lawsuit against some one for personal property damages?