When a loved one is suffering from a mental health crisis and is a danger to themselves or others, family members often seek legal intervention to get them immediate help. While this is an emotional and urgent situation, the legal system has specific, often frustrating, procedures for involuntary commitment. The Mental Health Warrant Process The […]
Author: Philip Silberman
Guardianships For People With Mental Health Issues
Dealing with a loved one who suffers from a severe mental health issue and is unable to care for themselves can be heartbreakingly difficult, especially when you seek legal intervention like a guardianship. Unfortunately, these cases present unique challenges in the Texas legal system. The Challenge of Mental Health Cases Attorneys who specialize in probate […]
How to Sell Your Duplex or Four-Plex as a Condo
Many property owners who own a multi-unit building like a four-plex eventually consider selling the individual units to different buyers. While the idea of simply drafting a deed for each unit may seem simple, converting a multi-unit property into individual, separately sellable residential units requires a formal legal process that establishes a condominium regime. The […]
Why Small Businesses Don’t Like C-Corp Status
The C Corporation (C corp) is one of the oldest forms of business organization, and while it offers asset protection, it is widely unpopular among small business owners due to its default tax structure, which subjects income to double taxation. The Double Taxation Problem The primary reason small business owners generally avoid C corporations is […]
LLC vs. S Corp in Texas: A Fundamental Distinction
The distinction between a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and an S Corporation (S corp) often confuses small business owners, but the difference is clear: the LLC is the legal entity, and the S corp is the tax election. The LLC: The Legal Entity An LLC is a state-level legal entity that has become the standard […]
How Much Do Executors Get Paid in Texas?
The question of how much an executor of an estate is entitled to charge for their services is a common one, especially for individuals who are not named as beneficiaries in a will. In Texas, the compensation for an executor is governed by state law, which sets a maximum amount that is often far less […]
Are Email Agreements Binding in Texas?
The question of whether an agreement reached through email is legally binding in Texas is common, and the answer, as with many legal issues, is: it depends. In Texas, the medium of communication does not determine whether a contract exists; the content of the communication does. Therefore, an email can absolutely constitute a valid and […]
What Happens When One LLC Member Dies?
The death of a member in a Limited Liability Company (LLC) can create immediate operational and legal challenges for the surviving owners. For a closely held, multi-member LLC, what happens next is determined by two main factors: the Operating Agreement and, if that document is silent, state law, which often forces the matter into probate. […]
Golf Course Living is a Classic Example of Assumption of Risk
The concept of assumption of risk is a fundamental principle in tort law. It essentially means that if a person voluntarily exposes themselves to a known danger, they may not be able to hold another party liable for any resulting injury or damage. The decision to purchase or reside on property adjacent to a known […]
How to Disinherit Your Children
The process of disinheriting a child is a legal right in Texas, but it must be handled with care to prevent the will from being challenged in court. Simply omitting a child from a will is a risky strategy that can be easily contested, so a more deliberate and explicit approach is required. Why Not […]