I would appreciate some guidance on two possible small claims cases.

You should contact a lawyer to help you. You clearly have claims against the ex-employer, and you may have claims against the "friend." No one...

In Texas can a supplier file a lien against my homesteaded home if I have already paid the original roofing contractor in full?

Yes, they can. There are steps you can take to try to force your contractor to resolve this issue. You should seek legal help immediately. I...

Is it a good settlement if it just covers your legal expenses?

It may be an AWESOME settlement or it may be awful. There is no way to tell from your question. You should talk with your lawyer and ask HIM this...

How can i get a refund from lawyer when paying for someone else

Maybe. You should talk with your current lawyer, find out what work was done and if all of the money was earned. The actual answer to the...

I am in need of a busineess attorney to handle a couple different issues for my business.

You need a general business lawyer. There are many on AVVO. I would recommend asking the lawyer questions about their experience and availability...

Yesterday evening, I went to meet a friend at a local bar because they needed a ride home.

Don't worry. If they change their mind and try to make a claim against you, your insurance should cover it. You most likely will never hear from...

It's not true. You need to talk with a good divorce lawyer, you're being bullied. There are lots of good divorce lawyers in Dallas, and you can...

One of the "worst kept secrets" is that our employer is installing video cameras. Can they do this without informing us?

I'm interested to see how the other lawyers respond to this question. I do not believe that there is any law that requires an employer to advise...

Pros and cons?

Typically this doesn't happen because of the discovery process. In general, it's usually not a great strategy because it is very rare for cases to...

How do a get the deed to a house put in my name?

The person should give you a special or a general warranty deed. If you paid for the house, you should have some records of that, because...