Are there any case laws showing when a mediation agreement takes effect?

I agree with Fran that if you have a signed mediation agreement you are good. You need to talk to your lawyer. When I structure my mediation...

Can I keep my deceased mothers clothing, she lived with me for 11 months before she passed. Can my siblings take me to court?

Is there a will? That will be your guidance. If not the NY descent and distribution statute will handle it.

Can I get sued or taken to jail for not paying a payday loan in Texas?

Texas does not have a debtors prison. As previously stated, all they can do it sue you for the debt and potentially get attorneys fees. Contact...

Is a settlement offer letter sufficient or do I need a contract?

Beware. Yes you can do it but I would want it in writing along with any promises they make, such as deletion of negative reporting on your credit...

If I went to mediation today and I had a court date on the 16th in about a week and a half

All the answers above are correct. The MSA will control and is basically a contract made pursuant to TRCP Rule 11 that can be filed with the court...

Report the actions to your local police department and get an incident number. With that, call all 3 credit bureaus, as mentioned in the other...

Small business owner sued by vendor for money owed did admit to owing money and reached out and mailed plaintiffs lawyer money

Most counties in Texas have a Dispute Resolution Center that is funded by filing fees from lawsuits. You can contact them to see about the case...