Texas Legal Blog
Could you signature cause a will contest?
You have two options to create a will in Texas. You can create it on your own and sign it, or you can create a formal one with an attorney that you sign in front of witnesses. The will you create on your own is a holographic will. The State Bar of Texas explains a...
Motorcycle wrecks and anxiety disorders
There are many consequences that motorcycle accident victims have to endure, such as unbearable pain and financial difficulty as a result of unpaid medical costs or missing work. However, our law firm knows that many victims also struggle from an emotional point of...
Eminent domain property negotiation could improve the outcome
Under the U.S. Constitution, government can enforce eminent domain to take ownership of your property and convert it for the public's use. A complete taking, however, usually includes paying "just compensation" for your property. Both local and federal agencies have...
Why is it crucial to find a business successor early?
Texas business owners like you often have grandiose plans for your companies. You want to stick around for a long time. You want to see how everything grows. You want to take part in the changing landscape. But no one can predict the flow of life in a perfect way. The...
Red Oak Pipeline Update: Project Delayed
The Red Oak project is being deferred due to the current business environment, brought on by concerns over the Coronavirus or COVID-19 pandemic. The project has not been cancelled, but work had been put on hold until further notice.
Creating an estate plan while battling a serious illness
Even when one is in good health and their life is going well, creating an estate plan is often challenging. Deciding which type of estate plan that is best, thinking about how to divide assets among loved ones and dealing with paperwork is very hard for a lot of...
Why should I discuss estate planning with my family?
Thinking of your own mortality is hard enough. Discussing it with your family and loved ones is harder. However, there are very important reasons why you should do this while you are still in good mental and physical shape. Here are some suggestions from Forbes...
How do you pick a good executor for your estate?
When Texas residents begin writing a will or estate plan, choosing an executor is a top priority. An executor's responsibility is to handle your estate after you pass. It is an important job and it is also important for you to pick the right person for it. So how do...
Make sure your will and trust work together
If you are like most people, your estate plan probably includes both a will and at least one trust. Because your estate planning goals and objectives can change over time, you may not have created these documents at the same time. Have you reviewed them recently to...
Trademark Dispute Over “Ugly Houses” Finds Home in Dallas Federal Court
Popular business slogan, “We Buy Ugly Houses” is one asset that is not up for sale according to recent trademark litigation filed by HomeVestors of America, Inc.
