Dallas Legal Blog
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4 essential steps to take in vacating a property
Read more: 4 essential steps to take in vacating a propertyIf you are getting ready to vacate a property because of the end of your lease or an eviction, the process can be overwhelming to say the least. Moving all of your belongings, finding a new home or storefront and ending your relationship with your…
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Forcible Entry and Detainer in Texas
Read more: Forcible Entry and Detainer in TexasAs a landlord, you will from time to time, encounter a tenant who refuses to vacate a premises. While a landlord has a right to evict a tenant in such a situation, it is important to ensure that proper procedure as required by the Texas Property…
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Texas court finds “fence” can be a “dwelling” for insurance
Read more: Texas court finds “fence” can be a “dwelling” for insuranceWhen it comes to claims involving insurance contracts, some of the most important factors in whether a company will have to pay a claim is based on the definition of the terms of that insurance contract. The Texas Supreme Court recently decided a case that found based…
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3 steps to follow as a landlord in Texas
Read more: 3 steps to follow as a landlord in TexasFollowing landlord-tenant laws is crucial to being a responsible property manager. If you fulfill your legal responsibilities you will spend far less time dealing with disputes and lawsuits. Knowing the rights of your tenants and understanding the law is the first step to being a…
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Severe weather claims issues for your homeowner’s policy
Read more: Severe weather claims issues for your homeowner’s policyA homeowner’s policy is a necessary cost of owning a home. For most people, it is a condition of your mortgage contract and failure to maintain insurance on the home could lead to a mortgage default. The basic policy is designed to provide protection for…
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TxDOT working to prevent wrong-way drivers on Dallas roads
Read more: TxDOT working to prevent wrong-way drivers on Dallas roadsThere are many things that can go wrong when driving. You can encounter an intoxicated driver or a speeder, driving far too fast. There are fatigued drivers and those that are distracted by texting or some type of electronic device. One of the most frightening…
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Failure to return a security deposit
Read more: Failure to return a security depositOne of the benefits of renting is that expensive, large household purchases are uncommon. Instead of dropping a lump sum to the plumber or the appliance store, one of the largest checks you’ll write is your security deposit. Even though you don’t have access to…
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Issues involving a commercial security deposit
Read more: Issues involving a commercial security depositFor a tenant, when a lease ends, it always important to recover your security deposit. In many cases, it can be a substantial amount of money, especially if the lease involves a business’s commercial property. A requirement for a security deposit, which protects landlords from…
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4 things you can do to ensure you get your security deposit back
Read more: 4 things you can do to ensure you get your security deposit backRenting a house or apartment comes with a number of perks. You may not be responsible for certain utilities, you have the freedom to be more mobile year after year, and if something breaks, it is typically your landlord who will deal with the task…
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Do you know what you could lose?
Read more: Do you know what you could lose?The beginning of a new year is a good time to reassess your situation in many areas. You may feel you need to lose weight, exercise more, find a new job or some make some other significant change in your life. Even if you aren’t ready…
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What does “bad faith” actually mean?
Read more: What does “bad faith” actually mean?When you file a claim with an insurance company, that company has a legal duty to act in good faith and deal with your claim fairly. The basis for this requirement lies in the fact that the insurers’ control over claims processing gives them unequal…
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