Can I sue a tax consulting firm that I hired to represent me at an IRS exam for which they failed to adequately represent me

If you hired one of those tax consultants who advertise on TV, you may not have much of an opportunity to recover your money. Look at the back of...

Late Payments on notarized agreement.

In Texas, an agreement to take over payments is an illegal sub-lease. You should repossess immediately. No court order is needed.

Reporting accident and being told to leave .

Yes you can lose your job. Texas is an "employment at will" state. So, you can be fired for almost anything or no reason at all. As long as you...

THIS IS A MYTH. In Texas, once you sign the contract to purchase, it is enforceable. To break the contract, you must be able to show there some...

Under TX contract law am I liable for additional car repair costs that I did not authorize

In Texas, the mechanic's right to place a line on a vehicle for unpaid repairs ends if he lets you take possession of the vehicle. You may have a...

In Texas, a private seller is bound by the Deceptive Trade Practices Act. So, your only safe harbor is to sell the vehicle "as is" with a written...

What can I do to defend myself in this business scam?

Even without a contract, the tree remover can successfully sue you in small claims court because he did the work. You should offer him a written...

Credit card application, terms and conditions of credit

Generally speaking, the laws governing credit card issuers are those of the state in which the issuer operates. If the bank card issuer is located...

Is there a way to work with my lender to lower the rate without having to refinance

Modification of your mortgage is your best bet, but you really need legal assistance to force the lender to make the changes that are best for you.

Can your wages be attached for a car loan when the car was repossed

Not in Texas and not in Florida unless you signed an agreement allowing attachment at the time of the purchase