Can a contractor charge me finance charges if its not in the contract?

Texas has very strict usury laws. (Usury is charging more than the legal rate of interest.) Different rules apply to different types of debts,...

I would expect that if the damage resulted from a leak in a pipe that is in the common area, the HOA policy would cover it. However, you may have...

What rights does a business owner have with a debt collector for credit card debt?

If neither the original creditor nor the collector have the information, it will be difficult for them to prove what is owed, who owes it, and...

I requested a transcript for a (hearing)default judgement c/reporter didn't record it,

Most hearings are not recorded, and whether that will make a difference to the default judgment that was entered depends on whether testimony was...

Can I subpoena financial records and other related document to backup my book?

Once you're in litigation, you can request any relevant information from the other party, or subpoena it from non-parties.

The short answer to your question is no, there is no such law, and no basis for a suit. Your daughter may want to consider getting a job with...

My legal immigrant wife has abandoned me and filed for divorce, how do I get the divorce finalized without her?

I'm not sure exactly what happened at your hearing, but the case did not get dismissed because she wasn't there - as long as the court has...

Is there anything that can be done to lessen child support if we seem to pay for everything?

The amount of child support can be changed if there is a change of circumstances, such as a change in the needs of the child, or the income of the...

How soon after the beginning of probate can some of the assets be sold?

The will has to be filed, and the executor appointed before the executor will have the right to sell anything. Also, don't forget that you will...

Will filing bankrupcy stop creditors who have filed suit against you already from obtaining judgement against you

Filing bankruptcy stops all action against the debtor or the debtor's property. This includes pending lawsuits. The court in which the suit is...