Hello, my name is Andres Martinez, Immigration attorney here at Bailey and Galyen. Today, I want to talk to you about the new Public Charge policy taking effect on October 15 of this year. This new policy will make it more … [Read more...]
Choosing an Attorney
What to Look for When Choosing An Attorney Choosing an attorney can be a difficult decision. Unless you have a referral from a trusted source, it is hard to gauge a lawyer's abilities and experience. Here are some … [Read more...]
Average Weekly Wage
Hi, my name is Kim Wyatt, i'm the Managing Attorney of Bailey & Galyen's Worker's Comp department. Are you being paid the correct amount per week under your Worker's Comp? The state average weekly rate right now is $938. This … [Read more...]
Minimize the Consequences of a DWI on Your Car Insurance
Hiring an Attorney to Defend You Can Lessen the Insurance Impact There are many potential negative ramifications of a DWI conviction in Texas. You may spend time in jail and/or pay a hefty fine and court fees. You could lose your license for a … [Read more...]
What is the Discovery Process During a Family Law Case?
What Is Discovery Process in Texas Family Law? A common hurdle in getting a fair settlement in a Texas divorce is determining the value of the couple's assets and liabilities and the amount of their current income. As many people know, each spouse … [Read more...]
Back-to-School Reminders and Estate Planning
If you are a student or educator, you know it's about that time of year. Our Estate Planning attorneys have listed out a few back-to-school reminders to go along with your estate planning needs. Back-to-School Reminders | Estate Planning … [Read more...]
Social Security Office List the 2018 Top Baby Names
Emma and Liam were the top two baby names for 2018, according to the Social Security Administration’s Office of the Chief Actuary. Social Security tracks this information when it assigns new social security numbers to babies. This is the second … [Read more...]
Legal Rights for Undocumented Immigrants
I often am asked what legal rights undocumented immigrants have in the United States. Many assume they have no rights; however, all persons living in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain protections. In 1896, the U.S. … [Read more...]
Light Duty: I Was Given An Offer That I Can’t Refuse?
So the doctor has released you back to work, but with restrictions. What do you do now? First thing is to let your employer know by either faxing the work status report to them or bringing it to them in person. Your employer then must create a job … [Read more...]
Dog Bites Most Likely to Occur in the Summer
Experts Say Children Are Most at Risk For Dog Bites During Summer It’s summer and your kids are home from school. More likely than not, though, they’ll be outside playing somewhere. Unfortunately, during the summer months, when more small children … [Read more...]
Are Temporary Orders Important?
In short, the answer is a resounding YES. Temporary orders are important. What are temporary orders? Temporary orders are court orders in a family law case that are put into place while a case is pending. When does a person get temporary … [Read more...]
Discretion & Your Estate Plan
What is discretion and why is it important for your estate plan? Discretion – 1: the quality of being discreet, circumspect, and cautious in one’s speech, 2: the ability to make responsible decisions, 3 a: individual choice or judgment, b: power of … [Read more...]