You're obligated to complete any projects, renovations or constructions stated within an active contract. Where things get complex is when you're defining defects or damages caused by your work. In Austin, Texas, construction disputes are typically handled via your...
Construction defects are a lot more common than you might think in Austin, Texas. Some of them can be fairly minor, but others can be very dangerous. If injury or damage has occurred to you or your property, it may be because of a construction defect. Below is more...
"Fiduciary duty" refers to the obligation one party has to act in another's interest. As examples, a trustee has a fiduciary duty to beneficiaries, and an attorney has a fiduciary duty to clients. In Texas and elsewhere, the fiduciary must also have no conflict of...
Residents and businesses in the Austin area and other parts of Texas may want to learn more about construction work that is faulty and whether it may be covered by a liability policy. There may be a difference between which claims receive coverage and which claims do...
Construction disputes happen and are more common in Texas than you think. They often involve the timeline of the project, payments, and discrepancies between the plan and the final product. While some disputes do go on to become lawsuits, many can be resolved through...
Breach of fiduciary duty is a claim that a fiduciary is neglecting their duties. The fiduciary should be acting in the interests of their principal. The law states that if this is not happening, one can take a fiduciary before a Texas judge. Read on to discover more...
Although most people in Texas understand the importance of an estate plan, the fact is that it's not an entirely foolproof arrangement. The reason is that once a relative has passed on and their estate begins to be distributed, there may be certain legal challenges...
If you're a business owner or contractor in Texas, it's likely that you're going to need some sort of construction contract in place before work begins. The contract should consist of common information such as names and anyone associated with the project. However,...
Qualified immunity protects government employees in Texas from lawsuits when they become involved in an incident while working. The intent is to create an environment where employees can perform their job duties without fear of civil consequences. Police officers are...
Many businesses rely heavily on contracts to protect them. When your company enters into a contract with another entity, which might be an individual or another company, it's imperative that you fully understand the terms of the contract.There are times when one side...
