First-time home buyers in Texas may find themselves overwhelmed with unfamiliar terminology surrounding the purchase process. To protect their interests, such buyers should work to gain a basic understanding of the fundamentals of a home purchase before committing themselves to a contract. Two of the basic concepts of the typical home purchase with which every […]
Author: Philip Silberman
The Statute of Repose and Construction Defects
What is the Statute of Repose? The term may lead one to think of the statute of limitations to bring certain actions under Texas law, and while it may operate in a similar fashion, there is one important caveat. A statute of limitation bars a cause of action following an injury or damages, or the […]
Issues When Leasing Your Property to a Solar Panel Company in Texas
If you own land in Texas, you may be approached by a solar panel company wanting to lease all or a part of your property to install a “solar panel farm,” basically, acres and acres of electricity-generating solar panels. A typical solar panel farm requires hundreds of acres of empty land in a location that […]
Allocating HOA “Buy-In” When Purchasing or Selling a Home in Texas
Homes located within developed subdivisions in Texas are often subject to mandatory membership in the subdivision’s Homeowners’ Association (HOA). The membership requirement is typically found in a restrictive covenant or other recorded instrument that affects the house itself, meaning that the owner of the home cannot sell the property without the buyer being subject to […]
Removing an Agent Under a Durable Power of Attorney
Granting someone a durable power of attorney is a significant decision that allows another person or entity to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. However, circumstances may arise where you find it necessary to remove an agent from their role. In the state of Texas, there are specific guidelines and procedures to follow […]
Potential Complications of Adding a Non-Married Partner to a Deed in Texas
When it comes to real estate ownership, adding a non-married partner’s name to a property deed is a significant decision that can have legal and financial implications. While it’s relatively straightforward for married couples to add a spouse’s name to a deed, the process becomes more complex for non-married couples in Texas. Some of the […]
The Legalities of Autonomous Vehicles in Texas
In the grand tapestry of legal innovation, few threads are as vibrant and challenging as those connected to the advent of autonomous vehicles. As technology outpaces legislation, the state of Texas finds itself at the heart of a fascinating confluence of law, technology, and transportation. This article delves into the legal implications surrounding the use […]
Managing Digital Assets After Death in Texas
As technology continues to evolve, digital assets have become an increasingly important part of our lives. From social media accounts and email to online banking and cryptocurrencies, these digital assets can have significant emotional and financial value. In this blog post, we will discuss how digital assets are addressed under Texas probate law and provide […]
The Practicalities of Early Lease Termination in Texas
Sometimes, for a variety of reasons, residential tenants decide that it is not feasible for them to finish out the terms of their leases and that they need to move out early. While by no means ideal, early termination is sometimes a necessity — or the best of a bunch of bad options. Tenants in […]
Can an Adopted Child Inherit?
In the state of Texas, if a person dies without a will, then their estate is divided amongst their heirs according to the rules of intestate succession. A person’s child or children can inherit through intestate succession. This may seem straight forward but if a decedent has adopted a child, or if a potential heir […]