If someone dies, does Texas law allow the dead person to sue you? The answer is not as clear-cut as one would think. The court addresses this in Balderaz v. Martin, No. 13-18-00056-CV (Tex. App.-Corpus Christi 2019). Facts & Procedural History Josephine died without a will. Before she died and unrelated to her death, she...KEEP READING

One of the issues that often comes up in probate cases is whether the parties can recoup their attorneys fees from the estate. The answer is usually yes, but there are rules involved. The Estate of Pharris, No. 10-17-00260-CV (Ct. App.–Waco 2019), case provides an opportunity to consider these rules. Facts & Procedural History This...KEEP READING