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Veterans in Texas and throughout the United States that fought in the Vietnam War are still battling with the side effects of Agent Orange. Hundreds of thousands of US Vietnam War veterans are suffering from or have died from exposure to the toxins in Agent Orange....
Texas is a state known for its vast deserts and cowboy culture. And in Texas, retirement planning is a significant concern for many Texans who want to ensure they have enough resources to support themselves in their golden years. For some, an inheritance from a family...
Reckless driving often leads to accidents in Texas, some of which can have catastrophic consequences. But what constitutes reckless driving, and how do you hold drivers, and sometimes others associated with them, accountable? What are reckless driving behaviors?...
Probate is by no means among the most popular legal processes in Texas, and there are good reasons why people don't like it. It takes too long, it's hard to understand, and it takes a significant amount of mental and emotional energy - just to name a few. What is the...
All Texas residents should plan for the future to protect their families. However, even though a person might leave certain assets to a specific person in their will, that doesn’t mean problems won’t arise. Siblings can end up in inheritance disputes. These are...
Every Texas resident has seen the dramatic scene in a movie or tv show where a lawyer will read the will, usually revealing something very juicy in the process. They might be surprised to know that it doesn’t typically work that way. Usually, there will be a person...
In a recent action, the Veterans Administration increased the list of presumptive diseases that meet the conditions for VA benefits. Texas veterans may have served in Vietnam; now they will no longer have to prove exposure to Agent Orange if a diagnosis of bladder...
Under certain circumstances, you could challenge a codicil to a will in Texas. You would need to file a codicil contest lawsuit in the deceased's county's probate court. If the probate court finds that the codicil is invalid, then it will disregard the amendment. The...
Once you retire in Texas, it's time to think about the future and ensure that you'll be passing your financial assets. When you pass away and lack a will, Texas intestacy laws will govern. Unfortunately, the way the state divides up your assets probably isn't going to...
There is no replacement for experience, including that behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. The highway can be a dangerous place even with all safety measures are being observed, but many inexperienced drivers in Texas do not always consider what could happen if they...