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Statute of limitations laws in Texas vary. Let’s go over four notable ones and what you need to know. About the Texas Statute of Limitations Some of the most important Texas statutes to know are called statutes of limitation. These laws can affect how long the State of Texas may bring a criminal case against
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How long does a warning stay on your record in Texas? What about misdemeanors? Felonies? Let’s look at a variety of court record types and how timelines work for them in Texas. Types of Court Records – Civil Court Records Anyone who has ever been involved with the Texas state or federal courts, or any
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If you aren’t familiar with the appeals process for federal or state courts, you need an expert at your side. Here are the five characteristics to consider when choosing an appellate attorney for your Texas case. What Do Texas Appellate Attorneys Do? A Texas appellate attorney is a lawyer who has specialized training and experience
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What’s the difference between a felony and misdemeanor? How long do misdemeanors stay on your record? These are just two of the many questions people have about misdemeanors in Texas and we’re here to help. This blog post will cover everything you need to know. What Is a Misdemeanor? How Is It Different from a
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From bank fraud to forging stocks, bonds, or cash, there are a variety of activities in Texas that can land you with a third-degree felony. Let’s take a look at the five most common ones: 1. Theft According to the law, theft occurs when a person unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner
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Jury or judge? That is the question we’re going to address today. Let’s take a look at the advantages and disadvantages of each option for your trial. Pros and Cons of Jury Trials At a jury trial, the outcome of a case is decided by a group of law-abiding citizens. This is different from a
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Copyright, like trademark and patent, is a type of intellectual property protection designed to safeguard the creator, owner, or holder’s exclusive right to claim an original work as their own. Copyright is protected by laws passed by Congress, giving it preemptive power over state laws and making it the law of the land across all
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Every month in the Texas courts, literally thousands of debt lawsuits are filed by debt-buyers, lenders, creditors, and institutions with outstanding bills. Suppose you have been sued by any of these entities and received a debt claim citation in Texas. In that case, it is critical that you know how to respond and that you
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Do you need a Power of Attorney? In this article, we’ve done the research to help you understand the different types of POA, so you can decide which makes sense for your situation. So keep reading to learn all about the POA process in the State of Texas! What Is Power of Attorney? A power
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Like most Americans, nearly every Texan has some kind of debt, and many Texans have a combination of different types of debt. The following is an overview of the different kinds of debt in Texas, which our office assists clients with every day. Different Types of Debt in Texas Secured Debt Secured debt is debt
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Whether you are a plaintiff, defendant, or just a witness who received a subpoena to testify in the mail, a deposition is serious business. You may be wondering, can I refuse to give a deposition in Texas? The answer is yes, but under the risk of contempt of court. The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure,
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Like many other states and the United States federal courts, the State of Texas has a three-tiered court system. In the Texas court structure, there are district/county courts, appeals courts, and a state supreme court. Specifically, at the appellate level (the middle level), there are fourteen separate courts of appeals with jurisdiction over both civil
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