In Texas, the executor of a will handles affairs relating to the estate of a deceased person and has a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries and the estate. The role includes paying debts, distributing the estate's assets to beneficiaries and handling related legal...
Texas construction projects are complex and involve many stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors and owners. With so many different parties involved, disputes are bound to arise. These disputes can range from minor disagreements over contract terms...
A mechanics lien is a powerful tool that contractors in Texas use to ensure payments. It gives them a security interest in the property they are working on such that in case the property owner fails to pay, they can foreclose on the property and get their money back....
When legal actions are initiated to contest wills in Texas and around the country, the plaintiff must prove that the will is defective in some way. This sometimes happens when a testator writes a new and radically different will shortly before they die. To overturn...
Starting a business is challenging. Watching a business struggle or even fail due to your partner’s negligence is an order of magnitude more challenging, not to mention emotional. If you’ve been unable to resolve the issue through direct communication, it may be time...
Businesses are operated by humans, and disputes will occur as interpersonal relationships are complicated. When operations aren't going well between you and your business partner in Texas, you may start thinking about legal action. Instead of going to court, think...
Congratulations to David Boyce, Heidi Coughlin, Craig Courville, David Deaderick, Craig Nevelow, Archie Carl Pierce, and Ross Pringle. Each year, no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this...
When someone breaches their fiduciary duty, they have violated a trust placed in them. This can cause significant hardship for their victims. If you have been harmed by a breach of fiduciary duty in Texas, it is important to understand your legal rights and what you...
When someone dies in Texas, their estate goes through probate. This is a legal process that determines how the deceased's property gets distributed. An executor gets appointed to oversee the probate process. If you need to remove an executor, there are a few things...
If you are a contractor or supplier working in the construction industry in Texas, it is important to understand the mechanics lien process. A mechanics lien is a legal claim that can get filed against the property owner if payment for services or materials provided...
