Waco Legal Blog
The VA may cover at-home care for senior veterans
As many Americans reach the final stages of their lives, aging in place has become increasingly popular. Still, seniors who choose to remain in their homes often need outside help with both everyday activities and medical care. At-home health care professionals may...
Signs of possible financial abuse of your elderly loved one
The elderly can experience financial abuse from both relatives and complete strangers. Look for certain types of behavior in your elderly loved one that indicates he or she could be vulnerable to financial exploitation. Physical issues Older people often struggle...
When can you sue for a construction defect in Texas?
When you invest in a new home, you expect solid construction that will last you and your family for generations. Unfortunately, sometimes defects can affect your enjoyment of the property and raise questions about durability and quality. These are the circumstances...
4 estate planning myths
You have the opportunity to care for yourself and look after your family through estate planning. A proper estate plan allows you to make informed decisions about your financial goals. Familiarizing yourself with estate planning myths can help you avoid mistakes. 1....
Get the facts about eminent domain in Texas
Texas landowners often have questions about eminent domain, the government right to seize land for the public good. The state Office of the Attorney General has published the Landowners' Bill of Rights, which addresses many common concerns of those who own homes,...
Why can someone contest a will in the state of Texas?
After a loved one passes away, their estate plan should reflect their wishes for their legacy. However, in some cases the will may not truly represent their wishes and interests. Under Texas law, an interested party—beneficiaries, trustees, family members and others...
How to become a guardian of a vulnerable adult in Texas
You may have a family member with diminished capacity due to disability and/or old age. This person may harm himself or herself through self-neglect or an accident. Perhaps the individual is vulnerable to manipulation by a dishonest person. You may be able to protect...
What are some common types of construction defects?
A lot goes into the planning, design and construction of a new building. However, sometimes structures built in the Waco area are faulty due to a construction defect. What is a construction defect? In general, construction defects occur if there is a failure in the...
4 reasons now is a good time for estate planning
According to Forbes Magazine, a majority of adults in the United States have not made any sort of estate plan. You may think that estate planning is only for the elderly or people who are very rich. The truth is that anyone can benefit from an estate plan, and...
What you don’t know about lien waivers can hurt you
Construction professionals understand mechanic’s liens well enough to know they are used to pursue a legal remedy when a party involved in a project has not been paid. Less understood are construction lien waivers – what they can accomplish and when they can be used....
