Dallas Legal Blog
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Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Court
Read more: Breach of Fiduciary Duty in CourtIf you believe you have suffered damages as a result of the wrongful actions of a fiduciary, you can sue in civil court. In Texas, your options for recovery if a fiduciary is found guilty of a breach of fiduciary duty could include: Direct and indirect financial damages and recovery of lost…
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Texas Lease Dispute: Landlord Failure to Maintain a Rental Property in Habitable Condition
Read more: Texas Lease Dispute: Landlord Failure to Maintain a Rental Property in Habitable ConditionYour landlord has a responsibility to keep the home or apartment you rent from them in livable, or habitable condition. If they fail to do so after you have brought the problem to their attention, you have a right to take action to correct the situation. But taking the wrong…
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Can a Texas Landlord Lockout a Commercial Tenant?
Read more: Can a Texas Landlord Lockout a Commercial Tenant?If a business tenant fails to pay their rent, under Texas law a commercial landlord IS allowed to lockout a tenant from their own business. The Texas Property Code allows a landlord to change the “door locks of a tenant who is delinquent in paying at least…
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Commercial Lease Problems: CAM Charges or Capital Improvement?
Read more: Commercial Lease Problems: CAM Charges or Capital Improvement?Triple net leases for commercial properties have become increasingly popular with landlords because they reduce the financial risk of property ownership. They insulate the property owner from almost every kind of increased expense, but they don’t insulate the owner from commercial lease problems. Who Pays…
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I’ve Been Wrongly Denied Disability Insurance Benefits
Read more: I’ve Been Wrongly Denied Disability Insurance BenefitsIf you purchased your disability insurance policy through your employer using a paycheck deduction, then the law that covers your complaint about being wrongly denied disability insurance benefits is a federal law known as ERISA. ERISA was originally designed to protect employees’ pensions, but it…
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My HOA Put a Lien on My Property
Read more: My HOA Put a Lien on My PropertyThere are several ways that you could wind up owing money to your homeowners’ association (HOA) or condo association. The most common debt is your regular assessment, which covers building and property maintenance in common areas, and may also include security, utilities, water and sewer…
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Commercial Lease Problems: Repairs and Maintenance
Read more: Commercial Lease Problems: Repairs and MaintenanceThere are a several commercial lease problems that Dallas-area landlord-tenant lawyers typically see. These are: Disputes over who pays for repair issues Lawsuits over a landlord’s failure to act on a repair or maintenance needs – and eviction notices over a tenant’s failure to pay rent because…
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5 Reasons a Landlord Can Rightfully Sue a Tenant
Read more: 5 Reasons a Landlord Can Rightfully Sue a TenantBeing a landlord isn’t easy. You have many responsibilities, including taking care of your properties and your tenants. And when a tenant violates your contract, it’s your responsibility to uphold your rights and protect your rental business. While suing your tenant might seem like the next best…
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Why Did My Insurance Company Cancel My Policy?
Read more: Why Did My Insurance Company Cancel My Policy?There’s nothing worse than finding out your insurance policy has been canceled by your insurer. If it’s health insurance, this leaves you with medical bills. If it’s homeowner’s insurance, you may be left on your own to make repairs after a bad storm. There are many…
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Unpaid Rent Leaves Landlords Struggling Across Texas and the US
Read more: Unpaid Rent Leaves Landlords Struggling Across Texas and the USCOVID-19 has affected us all in some way, from mask mandates to social distancing requirements. Although we’re seeing an ease in restrictions and perhaps a light at the end of the tunnel, many are still struggling to make ends meet, including landlords. A recent article published by CNN…
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Pain & Suffering, Loss of Consortium & More: Car Accident Damages Explained
Read more: Pain & Suffering, Loss of Consortium & More: Car Accident Damages ExplainedCar accidents can leave you reeling from pain, emotional trauma and piles of medical bills. You don’t have to try and make it through the aftermath alone. An attorney can help you file a car accident claim to pursue damages that will help you move forward. Common…
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Watch Out for Bad Faith Practices During the Spring Storm Season
Read more: Watch Out for Bad Faith Practices During the Spring Storm SeasonSpring is officially upon us. And while that means enjoying the sound of birds chirping and basking in the warm sunshine, it also means storm season. Tornadoes, hail, strong winds and lightning can damage your home severely. Unfortunately, this is also a prime time for your…
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