Posted on June 19, 2009Winning Isn't Enough: Collecting a Judgment
Winning a lawsuit is one thing; collecting on a judgment is another--and it's not as easy as you think. A legal judgment, by itself, does not guarantee that a creditor can collect the amounts awarded to him.
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Posted on June 19, 2009Judgments Out of Reach: Domesticating a Foreign Judgment
In collection cases, there is a solution for a creditor who would like to enforce a judgment in Texas that has become final in another state or the state where the debtor resides and where his assets are.
Posted on February 18, 2009Austin Gardening: Native Texas Trees
If living in a peaceful and beautiful environment seems to be impossible for many, the people in Austin Texas could definitely prove them wrong. Thousands of lush native trees and colorful wildflowers could be found in the heart of the city of Austin...
Posted on February 18, 2009Gardening in Austin: Native Texas Flowers
When March enters in Texas, hundreds of wildflower species begin to bloom. Which is why in spring, Texans are busy with a number of festivals. Most of these festivals are created to celebrate the blooming of native Texas wildflowers. The famous Texas...
Posted on February 18, 2009Lake Travis: Fun in the Sun
Bathe in the glorious heat of the sun with your friends and family. What better way to welcome the summer but with countless, exciting water activities with your loved ones. Plunge into the cool and refreshing waters of Lake Travis while the rest of...
Posted on December 31, 2008Common real estate legal terms
When you are looking at buying or selling property; or, you just want to gain some general knowledge in real estate, there are many terms that are widely used terms in the industry that is like a language of its own.
Posted on December 31, 2008When should you use a power-of-attorney?
Frequently, individuals envision a power of attorney (POA) as a person you designate when you are close to death. When you create your will, your lawyer will provide you with papers to appoint a power of attorney.
Posted on December 31, 2008S-Corp or C-Corp - How to choose
As a new entrepreneur or small business owner, it can become a daunting task to determine the legal stance of your business. Corporations are favored because unlike sole proprietorships and partnerships, corporations provide liability protection.
Posted on December 31, 20085 reasons why you should incorporate
You are wondering as a new business owner, if whether it's worth the time and money to incorporate your business. Your friends and business colleagues are encouraging you to exploring the idea of incorporating your business.
Posted on December 31, 2008Why you should hire a pro to form your LLC
Many of today's entrepreneurs are taking the necessary steps to protect their assets and taking a flexible tax structure, by turning their businesses into a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
Posted on October 17, 2008What to Do before Your Association Can Act
When you move into a home, you hope to move into a community. You want your feeling of comfort and wellbeing to extend beyond the bounds of your property.
Posted on October 17, 2008Violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
In 1978, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was added, as Title VIII, to the Consumer Credit Protection Act. Its purpose is to ensure debt collection is pursued fairly rather than abusively and to give consumers a way to dispute or validate the...
Posted on October 17, 2008Qualifying for Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code
Bankruptcy Code is used when a trustee, to pay off a holder's claims, sells the debtor's nonexempt assets. Some of the property may have liens against it or be within the bounds of a mortgage; if that is the case, the proceeds from that will have to...
Posted on October 17, 2008Leasing Deposits: The Landlord's Rights and Responsibility
When you rent or lease an apartment or office complex, you are required to give a leasing or security deposit. The amount varies but is often one month's or a portion of one month's rent.
Posted on October 17, 2008Exempt Properties in Texas
As a property owner, you should be aware of which properties you own that are exempt under Texas law. Fortunately that information is readily accessible to you and may be discerned through the reading of chapters 41 and 42 of the Texas Property Code.
