The practice in my office is to mail documents and letters that require proof of service by Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested AND by first...

In a civil lawsuit, what has to be filed before an Original Answer?

Challenges to the Court's jurisdiction over you (Special Appearance) or the subject matter (Plea to Jurisdiction) and Venue challenges come to...

My family and I have lived in Irving, TX and our apartment has burned leaving us without a permanent home.

Most apartment leases have a condemnation clause which dictates what happens in the event that the apartment is rendered uninhabitable. Take a look...

I purchased a home at a foreclosure sale in Texas. The previous owner refused to move. We filed Eviction now they are suing me

Believe it or not, this is a relatively routine occurrence and one of the risks of purchasing property at foreclosure sales. Hire an attorney to...

Ifile Paupers appeal for new court date..received new court but I will not be available..can i reschedule court date.

Ask the county court clerk - or retain an attorney. While there be certain you perfected/maintain your appeal by placing initial one month rent...

I am buying a older car from an individual. what are the steps I need to take to make sure it is legal in Texas? person bought

1) have the car inspected by a mechanic. Used car sales are "as-is" 2) close at an auto title company. They will make sure title transfer papers...

The first step is to file a written answer with the court. The next step is to verify whether you still have an ownership interest in the home....

Why would I receive a dismissal for want of prosecution, and then receive an issue notice...which one is correct?

Check with the district clerk to see if a case is pending. A dismissal for want of prosecution is not with prejudice or an adjudication on the...

Can u move out the home and still get what I've invested in it?

If married - get a divorce If not married - ask co-owner to buy you out or agree to sell. If they won't sue for partition (by sale). Either way...

Is my husband's lease agreement with his apartment complex void if it was altered after he signed it?

Entirely void - no. Is the change to 2015 enforceable probably not, but ultimately up to a Judge. Unfortunately the only way to get this...