Do I Have A Case?

Not every agreement is written down. The question is whether the facts show a promise that can be enforced.

THE ORAL CONTRACT A ''contract'' is a promise or set of promises with legal consequences.  The Texas Supreme Court has noted that every contract includes an element of confidence and trust that the parties will faithfully perform their obligations under the contract.

A handwritten will can raise questions about whether it meets Texas requirements.

The Requirements of a Holographic Will in Texas To properly provide for your family after your death a Holographic Will is a limited option that ensures your hard earned estate passes by your wishes and not by Intestate succession. A Holographic Will in Texas requires the following elements: The Will must be in writing. The Will must be entirely....

Estate planning mistakes can become legal disputes when documents do not match what the family expected.

Protect Your Family's Future: Avoid These 12 Common Estate Planning Mistakes If you've avoided the most common estate planning mistakes, your family will thank you.

Beneficiary designations can override assumptions. If the paperwork is outdated, there may be a dispute.

How to Choose and Change Life Insurance Beneficiaries - NerdWallet Learn what to consider when naming a life insurance beneficiary, and why choosing someone to receive your policy's payout matters.

Caretaking can become legally complicated when money, property, or authority is involved.

Texas Estates : The Responsibilities of a Caretaker Taking responsibility for a loved one who is incapacitated or physically weakened can be stressful to say the least. This task can be even more daunting if the loved one is an elderly parent or spouse. Most individuals do not like to contemplate death and having these conversations can be difficult....

If someone inherited money and made fast decisions under pressure, the surrounding facts may matter.

How Experts Recommend Managing a $50,000 Inheritance for Lasting Financial Security Even a modest inheritance like $50,000 has the power to positively change your life over the long term—provided you use it wisely.

When there is no will, disagreements over property can become legal questions quickly.

Texas Estates Code : Death Without a Will On Friday, March 13, 2020, President Trump announced the United States is officially in a “National Emergency State” for the purpose of trying to contain the Coronavirus, now considered a Worldwide Pandemic. The American way of life has been put on hold with schools, churches, and major events b...

Real estate fraud claims often turn on what was promised, what was disclosed, and where the money went.

Ex-Brooklyn judge accused of swindling real estate investors out of millions of dollars A former New York City judge who resigned last year while under investigation for professional misconduct has been charged with abusing his position to swindle real estate investors out of at least $5 million and then using some of the loot to pay his own bills.

Not every bad deal is a case, but misleading conduct and documentation can change the analysis.

Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act : Pre-Purchase Protection When Buying a Home in Texas Purchasing a home can be a daunting yet exhilarating experience depending on the circumstances. Sometimes after a couple has purchased a home they regretfully discover many construction defects that were not disclosed to them by the Seller. Many undisclosed material defects within a home not detecte...

A business dispute is easier to evaluate when contracts, invoices, messages, and payment history are organized.

Texas Business Contracts Successful business operations are based on careful planning, prudent governance and trusted legal guidance. Whether you are selecting an appropriate entity for your start-up company; structuring contracts, anti-competition construction, employment, supplier or licensing agreements; or acquiring, me...