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How Much Does an Estate Planning Attorney Cost in Texas?

Worries about the costs of estate planning are normal. Unfortunately, these worries often lead to prolonged procrastination. Many Americans let their concerns about costs stop them from formulating an estate plan. In fact, less than half of Americans have a will. Without a will, you are putting your estate and your loved ones in a bad position once you...

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How Much Does an Estate Have to Be Worth to Go to Probate in Texas?

After a person dies, their estate must go through an official legal process before it is distributed to beneficiaries. This process ensures that the estate pays its debts and gets distributed according to the decedent’s wishes if they left a will or state law if they did not leave a will. This process is called probate.    However, not all...

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Are Verbal Contracts Enforceable in Texas?

In a litigious world, best practice is to secure a written contract for agreements whenever possible. This avoids relying on “he said, she said” testimony. But sometimes this is not possible. Are verbal contracts binding? Verbal contracts are legally binding and enforceable if they meet certain requirements. If the verbal contract is otherwise valid, it is enforceable. The contract...

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What Are Shareholder Disputes and How to Resolve Them in Texas

Attracting stakeholders can be a great way to quickly and effectively grow a business and meet an uncaptured demand. But having multiple shareholders involved also causes numerous complications. Chief among them is when shareholder disputes arise. With multiple people relying on the successful operations of the business, clashes of personality and differing views about how the company should move...

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How Much Does Probate Cost With and Without A Will in Texas?

Writing a will can provide many benefits to our families once we pass on. A will can prevent conflict between family members, clearly explain how property is to be distributed, and reduce our family’s costs in probate court. Any one of these goals makes the initial effort well worth it.  Unfortunately, less than half of Americans have a written...

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What Is the Difference Between a Corporate Lawyer and a Business Lawyer?

For a layperson or a small business owner, sometimes it is difficult to tell the difference between a business lawyer and a corporate lawyer. Both sound like they know what happens behind the boardroom doors. But like everything in law, there is usually a reason for specific terminology. If you are struggling to understand whether your situation calls for...

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Does Texas Have Healthcare Practice Fraud Laws?

As the American population gets older and sicker and healthcare gets more expensive, healthcare fraud has become more prevalent across all levels and types of care. Preventing healthcare fraud and abuse has thus become a top priority for regulators and law enforcement officials at all levels of government. Healthcare fraud is more difficult to combat than other types of...

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Understanding the Texas Residential Construction Liability Act

Imagine building or renovating the home of your dreams. You move in just before the first big, Texas storm, and within hours your bedroom is full of water, your drywall is mush, and all your belongings need to be professionally cleaned or replaced. Your builder or contractor will need to answer a lot of questions! As a Texas resident,...

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How Long Does It Take to Probate an Estate in Texas?

When a person dies in Texas, their estate must be settled and distributed among their heirs. An estate is just a fancy word for describing all the things that a person owns, including their cash and investments. When lawyers talk about “probating” an estate, they simply mean settling the estate against any outstanding debts and liabilities. Whether a person...

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Should I Consider Medical Integration for My Practice?

Doctors of chiropractic (DCs) often look for ways to bring their patients’ care under one roof rather than sending them all over the Lonestar state to get care. To meet this need, many healthcare providers are considering integrating medicine into their chiropractic practice. Medical integration definition allows different types of healthcare professionals with different licenses to work collaboratively as...

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