Category: Firm News
Why bother with a Lady Bird deed in your estate plan?
Since most states don’t honor Lady Bird deeds, you might be tempted not to consider one when doing estate planning here in Texas. But don’t give short shrift to this very useful option that many Texans have chosen to protect their holdings and resources during their lifetimes. Before deciding whether this option is workable for…
Legal options after a commercial truck accident
If you’ve recently been injured in an accident involving a large commercial truck, it’s important to understand your legal options. You may be hesitant to pursue legal action and that’s okay. The decision to seek compensation from those who caused your harm or to pay your injury-related costs yourself is always going to be solely…
Does your business need trademark protection?
People associate certain things with specific businesses. For example, most people know that the golden arches symbolize McDonald’s and the bullseye is for Target. Your business can become known by the symbol you choose to represent it. This is the company’s trademark. A trademark is any design, symbol, or wording that identifies a company or…
3 issues that sometimes derail probate administration
For many families, probate administration is largely a technical process. The deceased individual left clear instructions about their preferences and adequate resources to resolve all of their outstanding personal responsibilities. The executor or personal representative goes to court to present the will or other estate planning documents. They pay off debts, close accounts and eventually…
3 truck driver errors that could have caused your crash
If you are injured in a truck crash, there is a good chance you don’t remember what happened. One minute you were driving along, then all you remember is waking up to the voices of an ambulance crew. To claim compensation for your injuries, you will need to work out what happened. If you are…