Enacted in 2011, the Texas Citizens Participation Act is described in Chapter 27 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code (H.B. 2973, 82nd R.S.). Designed to protect freedom of speech and other important First Amendment rights, the act has had a substantial impact on legal proceedings in Texas courts. The TCPA was created “to […]
Month: August 2021
Texas Rule 194 Initial Disclosures
Because the parties must know all the facts of the case to properly litigate a matter, standard disclosures require sharing all documents and information. Sharing these documents forces both parties to realistically assess their claims and their potential success in court. To ensure that each side shares necessary information, Texas Rule 194 outlines what exact information must be included in initial disclosures.
TRCP 91a: Motions to Dismiss in Texas
Introduction While many lawsuits play an important role in providing justice, some do not warrant the time and expense required to bring them to court. To address such frivolous cases, the Texas Legislature mandated in H. B. 274 (82nd R.S.) that the Texas Supreme Court create rules to allow for cases to be dismissed if […]
Forming a Partnership in Texas without a Written Agreement
A common misperception is that forming a partnership in Texas requires formal paperwork. However, there actually is no requirement for a written agreement. In fact, parties may even create a partnership when they do not intend to do so. When does Texas law allow a partnership to be formed? Does it need to be in […]
Can Emails Create a Contract in Texas?
Because it specifies the exact terms of agreement for conveying property, a real estate contract is arguably the most important document used in the sale of real property. It identifies in writing the terms and conditions of a real estate transaction and legally binds buyer and seller to fulfill their obligations as outlined in the […]