Writs of Garnishment and Writs of Execution
Texas offers two significant forms of collection for parties who have won a judgment (i.e., judgment creditor) in court: Writs of Garnishment and Writs of Execution. Learn the difference in these and the circumstances for when each should be used.
Collecting a Judgment in Texas
Texas law provides different methods for collecting a judgment in Texas regardless of whether the judgment originates from the state of Texas or another state. When a person or entity recovers money damages in a court, it will primarily be in the form of a judgment. A judgment is merely a piece of paper that declares a person or an entity owes another person or entity money. In order to collect on that piece of paper, consider the rules in this article.
What is a General Retainer Agreement and How Can it Benefit You?
Have an attorney on call to answer all your questions and help with all your issues for only $2,500. The hardest thing I have done in my life was to...
Fraudulent Liens and Invalid Liens in Texas
You don’t want to file fraudulent liens and invalid liens. So as a contractor, you must work with a skilled Texas construction lawyer to ensure the liens they file are valid and accurate. Learn more about why in this blog.
Celebrating National Construction Appreciation Week
The construction industry is one of the most essential contributors to society, keeping our infrastructure updated and our communities growing. In honor of National Construction Appreciation Week this week, we spoke with two of our local industry leaders and incredible clients to talk about what the construction industry means to them and what they love about the industry.
Tips for Contractors: How to Keep Homeowners Happy
The devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey sent the construction industry in affected counties into a tailspin as construction professionals...
Post-Judgment Collections in Texas – What You Need to Know
As many creditors know, the state of Texas provides robust protection for debtors, and navigating the process for post-judgment collections in Texas can be an overwhelming experience for even the savviest professional. Attempting debt collection during an economic slowdown can further compound a creditor’s frustration as they face an increase in slow-pay and no-pay debtors. After countless demand letters go ignored, creditors often turn to litigation in hopes of getting paid.
Liens on a Homestead
Texas is a unique state when it comes to lien laws, especially in the residential world. Unlike many states, Texas is a homestead state, meaning homesteads have specific regulations for their protection—but can still also be liened under specific circumstances.
Government Construction Contracts: Filing a Bond Claim
A payment bond is a guarantee of payment for anyone who is owed money for labor or materials supplied to the project on which the bond was issued. In this blog, you’ll learn how filing a bond claim can be used to your advantage.
Government Construction Contracts: Bonds
When it comes to working government construction contracts, bonds can be a concern if you aren’t informed about their functions and pitfalls. Knowing how best to prepare for, approach, and protect against the most common issues on projects requiring bonds is a sure-fire way to keep your construction company as protected as possible.
Government Construction Contracts: What to Watch Out For
The 2022 Infrastructure Act will create huge projects for the construction industry over the next 10 years. Learn why you should have any government construction contract reviewed by an attorney before you sign.
Episode 45: Building Up Your Business Valuation
This episode of Quit Getting Screwed features JC Maldonado from BizGroPartners again, this time discussing growing value in your construction business—a hot topic for business owners! JC joins Karalynn Cromeens to break everything down and provide a game plan on how to move your business forward in a positive direction.