If you are a small business owner or an individual who works or even claimed a deduction for a child on your tax return, the IRS may go to great lengths to scrutinize your tax filings. This is particularly true if you are successful and earn any income. The more successful you are, the more……
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Case Study on Texas Probate Law: When an Estate Is without a Will
Here is a Case Study from our firm’s files on Texas probate law. All information has been sanitized. Background Information Mr. Smith’s wife passed away from stage 4 cancer. She was retired military and receiving disability benefits from the Veterans Administration. Mrs. Smith had no will, and some checks made out to her estate have…
What to Do When Your Parent Passes Away Without a Will in Texas
Losing a loved one is never easy, and the process can become even more complicated when the deceased has not left a will. When this someone passes away without a will in Texas, the assets of the deceased will be distributed according to the intestacy laws of Texas. These laws can be complex, and if…
Overlooked Exceptions to Attorney-Client Privilege in Texas Probate Law
In the world of Texas probate law, attorneys play an essential role in advising clients on how to manage the affairs of a loved one who has passed away. Attorneys rely on the attorney-client privilege to maintain the confidentiality of communications with their clients, but this privilege is not absolute. There are several exceptions to…
Challenging a Will in Texas: A Case Study
The probate process can be a complex and emotional time for families, especially when the validity of a will is called into question. In Texas, the validity of a will can be challenged on several grounds, including fraud, undue influence, duress, and lack of capacity. In this article, we will examine a case study involving…
Guardianship Responsibilities Under Texas Probate Law
Texas Probate Law provides a legal framework for individuals to apply for guardianship responsibilities over another person who is unable to make their own decisions due to incapacity, such as dementia. However, becoming a guardian also comes with certain responsibilities and consequences if those responsibilities are not fulfilled. In this article, we will examine the…
Explaining Real Estate Profesional Status to IRS Employees
In the complex realm of the legal system, judges hold the vital responsibility of making impartial decisions, drawing from their wealth of life experiences. These experiences, in turn, have a profound influence on the judgments they render. This principle extends to other government officials as well, such as IRS agents, auditors, and attorneys, who are……
The Complexities of Texas Probate: Navigating the Paradox of Deceased Borrowers for Mortgage Lenders
The rise in the aging population has resulted in an increase of deceased borrowers in Texas, leaving behind a complicated situation for both their families and mortgage lenders. The mortgage loan becomes due and payable in full, even if the estate cannot cover the remaining balance. This can lead to probate proceedings and a struggle…
Inherited Jewelry in Probate: A Texas Case Study
When a loved one passes away, their assets must be distributed to their beneficiaries. This process is known as probate and it can be a complicated and confusing process. In this article, we will explore the probate process in Texas and how it applies to the estate of Mrs. T and Inherited Jewelry in Probate.…