Your client's predicament is unfortunate. Although I am not myself bilingual, in my office are two legal assistants who are bilingual (English and...

You may do well to consult with a criminal defense attorney in your area, to inquire whether the police department has the right to require you to...

What do i do

The documentation will be key in proving your claim of ownership of the property. You would do well to immediately engage a qualified attorney with...

Dear Lancaster Storage Guy: The DBA (called an "assumed name certificate") is the easy part. For a nominal fee, you can refile an assumed name...

In certain circumstances, can a Condo Association's lien have priority over a first mortgage?

Dear Miami: I would encourage you to speak with an attorney licensed in Florida law about the facts and law applicable to this matter. Generally...

Can I sue?

You should engage an attorney in your area to consider the relevant facts and law. That said, it appears you may be able to assert a claim with the...

I'm a contractor and have a subcontractor who has breached his agreement, and I've overpaid him.

That said, it seems here the non-compete agreement (if there is one) is between the subcontractor and its employees--your company is not a party to...

Is there any laws that protect a contractor from payment refusal on a completed job that has no contract in tx.

It appears you have more than a contract claim--I believe you have a constitutional lien. The Texas Constitution provides for those who contract...

Damage to my car by a shop

You appear to have multiple claims here. As I see it, your claims are for (1) breach of contract; (2) breach of the implied warranty of good and...

Can criminal charges be filed for performing unlicensed work in the state of Texas?

In most Texas jurisdictions, trade permits such as plumbing are under and tied to the general permit. A violation in connection with an underlying...