The term “Fake News” is thrown around a lot these days. It usually means the person using it is not happy about something that has been reported. It is frightening to those of us who see a free press and an informed citizenry as essential to our form … [Read more...]
MEDIATION
As I am sitting here today in Mediation it got me to thinking about what a large role it plays in the domestic or family law litigation. About 30 years ago the legislature passed a law encouraging the use of alternative dispute resolution methods in … [Read more...]
Trump Department of Defense Slows the Path to Citizenship for Military Members
Beginning Friday, October 13, 2017, expedited naturalization through Military service in the US Armed Forces is no longer available for certain foreign-born recruits. In order to apply for expedited naturalization, a U.S. lawful permanent … [Read more...]
Can I get Worker’s Compensation and Social Security Disability?
The short answer is yes. The full answer is yes, but… you cannot receive the full amount of both at the same time. In all but 5 states, if you are receiving Worker’s compensation benefits or SS Disability benefits as a result your Disability benefits … [Read more...]
How To Make The Most of Your Free Bankruptcy Consultation
In today’s competitive world of legal services, many firms, like Bailey & Galyen, offer a free consultation for potential clients. The ability to speak with an attorney about your financial problems and your potential legal solutions is a very … [Read more...]
It’s Their Party, I Can Cry if I Want to…
Its that time of the year again...Company Halloween function, Company Picnic, Thanksgiving Luncheons, Holiday Parties. Invitations go out, and most employees feel obligated to attend since it’s the "right thing to do." Or you volunteer to help … [Read more...]
Bailey & Galyen Announces Class Action Suit filed in Equifax Matter
DALLAS, Oct. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Complaints were filed on September 19, 2017, in federal district courts in Mississippi and Texas as the result of a data breach at Equifax, Inc., and Equifax Information Services, LLC, providers of credit … [Read more...]
Press Release Equifax
Class Action Suit filed in Equifax Matter Complaints were filed on September 19, 2017, in federal district courts in Mississippi and Texas as the result of a data breach at Equifax, Inc., and Equifax Information Services, LLC, providers of credit … [Read more...]
Equifax Faces Questions, Class Actions after Data Breach
It’s your worst cyber-nightmare with concerns about the safety of your data, you turn to the trusted source for protection of that personal information, only to learn that the trusted source was the victim of one of the largest data breaches ever. … [Read more...]
Texas Motor Vehicle Accident Lawsuits and Settlements
If you have been injured a car accident, truck wreck or motorcycle crash in Texas, you have a right to pursue benefits through an insurance provider or in a personal injury lawsuit. However, if you've never been involved in a lawsuit before, the … [Read more...]
Texas Nondisclosure Law Changes
In Texas, an order of nondisclosure from a Texas Court serves to seal all records related to an arrest or prosecution, so that the public has no access. The order of nondisclosure may still be viewed by law enforcement officers, and some state … [Read more...]
Considering Estate Planning or Probate?
Value Earlier this year I was on the West Coast and dined at a San Diego restaurant which had come highly recommended. Since you don’t know me, I will tell you that I have been described as “conservative” with money, because it is considered rude to … [Read more...]
