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Extended Limitations Period for Personal Injury Claims Based on Criminal Sexual Conduct

Attorneys can generally, almost instinctively, name the applicable statute of limitations for a particular cause of action. Under Texas law, however, the statute of limitations...

The Truth About the Family Member Exclusion in Texas Automobile Policies

At one time most Texas automobile liability insurance policies included a so-called family member exclusion which foreclosed liability coverage for any claim made by a...

When will my benefits begin once I establish that I am disabled?

Just like most areas of law, the answer is that it depends…. For SSI benefits, (need based) you are eligible to receive payments the first...

Latest on the Obama Executive Actions

Here is the latest on the Obama executive actions. They have been put on hold. A Federal Judge in Brownsville, Texas has put the programs...

Think Before You Post!: Discovery and Social Media Content

Although progress in the legal field can sometimes be slow, it does occur. The law has, for example, finally become aware of the prevalence and...

Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!: Premises Liability for Ice and Snow on Sidewalks and Walkways

One of the more enduring legal myths in this state is that homeowners are liable to pedestrians who slip and fall on ice or snow...

Expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

On February 18th, Immigration will be accepting applications for the expanded DACA. You qualify for this by meeting the following requirements. You entered the United...

Working Women and SSA Retirement

The Social Security Retirement Act was passed in 1935. Originally enacted and government funded in order to help retired workers following the economic turmoil following...

How to Make The Most of Your Free Bankruptcy Consultation

It is a common practice in today’s legal market for bankruptcy attorneys to offer free consultations to potential new clients. Consumers looking for legal help...

Premarital or Prenuptial Agreements

Texas recognizes and enforces premarital or prenuptial agreements between prospective spouses who intend to avoid any uncertainties regarding property interests as the conclusion of their...

Obama Executive Order

I am continuing to monitor the new Obama Executive order. Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted 236-191 to approve legislation that approved funding for the...

The Tenuous Future of Social Security

There have been several stories in the past few years predicting the crash of the SS Disability and SS retirement systems. It is true that...