In Criswell v. Polk, Catherine Polk sued Dolores Sharp over Houston real property ownership. No. 01-22-00428-CV, 2026 Tex. App. LEXIS 2290 (Tex. App.—Houston [1st Dist.] March 12, 2026, no pet.). The probate court granted partial summary judgment for Polk, vesting
Nursing Home Sepsis Lawsuits: Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs
Key Takeaways: What Every Family Should Know About Nursing Home Sepsis Sepsis is a life-threatening condition triggered by the body’s extreme response to an infection. Nursing home residents are especially vulnerable to sepsis due to weakened immune systems and chronic
Guide to Truck Accident Liability
Key Takeaways: What Every Truck Accident Victim Should Know Multiple parties can be held liable in truck accidents, including drivers, trucking companies, maintenance providers, manufacturers, and cargo loaders. Texas leads the nation in fatal truck accidents, with 5,788 people killed
Texas Business Court Addresses Church Autonomy and Corporate Governance Under the TBOC
The Texas Business Court addressed claims challenging governance changes adopted by a Texas nonprofit religious organization.
The Default Litigation Mindset: Why Process Selection Is One of the Most Overlooked Decisions in Divorce
Anne Garcia Founder & Lead Attorney, Divorce Better Texas | Certified Family Law Mediator | Houston, Texas Most people believe the first decision in a divorce is choosing an attorney. It is not. The first decision is often made long
Furia Rubel Recognized for PR, Legal Marketing, Social Media, and Service to Lawyers and Law Firms
August 2026Furia Rubel Communications is pleased to announce that the agency has been recognized in the categories of Law Firm Marketer Customer Service, Online/Social Media Marketing Provider, and PR/Legal Marketing Firm by the readers of The Texas Lawyer.
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How Long Does An Accident Stay On Your Driving Record?
Key Takeaways: What Every Houston Driver Should Know In Texas, most accidents appear on your standard DPS driving record for about three years, and many insurance companies rate them for up to five years depending on their internal policies. Serious
Houston’s Minority Contracting Programs Declared Unconstitutional
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Houston Bar Foundation opens second annual Community Grants Program
The Houston Bar Foundation (HBF), the charitable arm of the Houston Bar Association, is now accepting applications for the second year of its Community Grants Program.
This program aids projects that advance the HBF’s mission of supporting legal representation for
Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes and How Riders Can Avoid Them
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