Piers Morgan's interview of 5 people on CNN was aired on February 4, 2013. First, he spoke with the Katy, Texas Tactical Firearms gun shop owner, Jeremy Alcede, where the interview took place. Alcede said we needed to keep assault weapons out of the … [Read more...]
Lifetime alimony… in Texas
No, that's not a misprint. And, while lifetime spousal support after divorce is certainly not the norm, Texas courts do have the power and authority to order alimony (we call it spousal maintenance) if specific conditions are met, including the … [Read more...]
Supplemental Income Benefits: You received an Impairment rating 15% or Higher
When you have reached Maximum Medical Improvement and receive an impairment rating that is 15% or higher, you may be entitled to received Supplemental Income Benefits. SIBS are paid out monthly, which is calculated by using your Average Weekly Wage … [Read more...]
Somebody is Watching Me!
Be very wary of the lone vehicle parked nearby that shows up out of nowhere. The insurance carrier will stop at no means to “catch” you in the act of daily living. Anything to show that you aren’t really THAT hurt. They hire private investigators to … [Read more...]
Expunctions and Non-Disclosures in Texas
When a person is arrested, a public record is made of that arrest. If the person is later charged with an offense, that record is also public, as is the status of that case and whether it is pending, probated or dismissed. Because the legislature … [Read more...]
Somebody is Watching Me!
Be very wary of the lone vehicle parked nearby that shows up out of nowhere. The insurance carrier will stop at no means to “catch” you in the act of daily living. Anything to show that you aren’t really THAT hurt. They hire private investigators to … [Read more...]
Texas Homestead Protection and Bankruptcy
A majority of my clients are indeed homeowners and, when consulting about their rights under the Bankruptcy Code, the first questions are: ✓ Will I lose my house? Can I keep it? ✓ Is my house required to be in my bankruptcy? Although in most cases … [Read more...]
THE BUDDY SYSTEM
I am apparently on the “He’s old so we can scam him“ list. Extended warranties or refinancing for cars I don’t own, windows, roofing, and people claiming to be from the IRS or my internet provider. Some of these folks are looking to sell me … [Read more...]
“ONLY BRUSH THE ONES YOU WANT TO KEEP”
I read a quote the other day that has caused me to engage in the unaccustomed torture of thought. “You can do anything, but you can’t do everything.” I think the sentiment is empowering and a little bit intimidating. On the one hand, I want relief … [Read more...]
Lifetime alimony… in Texas.
No, that’s not a misprint. And, while lifetime spousal support after divorce is certainly not the norm, Texas courts do have the power and authority to order alimony (we call it spousal maintenance) if specific conditions are met, including the … [Read more...]
Supplemental Income Benefits : You received an Impairment rating 15% or Higher
When you have reached Maximum Medical Improvement and receive an impairment rating that is 15% or higher, you may be entitled to received Supplemental Income Benefits. SIBS are paid out monthly, which is calculated by using your Average Weekly Wage … [Read more...]
Wrongful Death Beneficiaries Under Texas Law
There are few things more painful than the death of a loved one. And when that death is the result of another’s negligence, most presume that the law will provide a remedy. But this was not always the case in Texas, and to this day Texas law places … [Read more...]