Occasionally, I receive calls from a parent who has been contacted by Child Protective Services (CPS) due to something that the other parent has done. CPS is alleging that the other parent has either abused or neglected the child (or children) and … [Read more...]
Chapter 7 or Chapter 13?
Which can you file? Which is right for you, and your family? Don’t wait to find out! When I consult with prospective debtors, individuals and families seeking debt relief by way of bankruptcy, I always explain the distinctions, benefits, and … [Read more...]
Wood Flooring from Lumber Liquidators Can Cause Cancer
You would never expect that your beautiful new wood flooring could potentially cause serious harm to you and your family. But, earlier this month, the Center for Disease Control released a report stating that certain laminate flooring sold by Lumber … [Read more...]
H-1B Season
This is a great month to discuss the H-1B visa process since this is the time to prepare H-1B visas. Here is the general process for the H-1B: 1. Offer & Acceptance of H1B Job - H1B Sponsoring Company files a petition on your behalf. An … [Read more...]
Which conditions are most likely to result in your being found disabled by SSA?
Although treatment, medical documentation and compliance are critical, there are types of conditions which are more likely than others in a finding of disability. People with spinal issues or arthritic conditions, (chronic pain causing conditions) … [Read more...]
Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce is an alternative to the traditional litigation model divorce. Meaning, instead of going into a courtroom and having public, emotionally draining, and expensive hearings, you have a series of private, confidential meetings … [Read more...]
The Texas Dram Shop Act, Part I: Basics
Regulation of the provision of alcohol has existed in this state in one form or another since at least the 19th Century. As early as 1887, for example, the first iteration of Texas’ Dram Shop Act was passed.[1] This statute prohibited tavern keepers … [Read more...]
The Great Texas Warrant Roundup
Have you heard about The Great Texas Warrant Roundup? For the last several years, the state of Texas has sponsored the Roundup, with more than 300 jurisdictions taking part in the Roundup as of 2015. The 2016 Roundup is just around the corner! … [Read more...]
So You Have an Appointment with the Devil?
Ok, so lets just call the "Devil" the Independent Medical Examiner or IME. The insurance carrier can request that you see one of their own chosen doctors once every 180 days OR after you have seen a Designated Doctor (DWC Appointed). Within all of … [Read more...]
Supreme Court agrees to hear DAPA Case
Back in November 2014, President Obama announced plans to shield 5 million illegal immigrants from deportation. Under the plan, those people in the U.S. illegally who are parents of U.S. citizens and permanent residents would be allowed to remain … [Read more...]
Why does it take so long?
I try to warn clients during our first meeting, that SSA will not move quickly. This is hard to accept since most people are in dire financial situations and without health insurance during this time period. In 2015, the national average … [Read more...]
NEW TEXAS OPEN CARRY LAW
Beginning January 1,2016 Texans with a concealed handgun license (CHL), now to be called license to carry (LTC), will be able to openly carry their handgun in most public places as long as the handgun is in a shoulder or belt holster. … [Read more...]
