According to Texas state law, the legal process of eviction begins with the landlord having an eviction notice or notice to vacate delivered to the tenant to be evicted. Evictions must start with tenants receiving a written notice that indicates their landlord’s demand for possession of the rental property to be returned; otherwise, the correct [...]
For landlords, one of the most dreaded scenarios is when a tenant refuses to move out of a home or apartment once their lease is over. This can be a nightmare to deal with. But you do have legal options. An eviction lawyer can help you get this type of tenant away from your property by filing an unlawful detainer. But [...]
Texas law allows you to evict a tenant due to pets when they violate your lease agreement’s stated pet policy. There are situations, however, where an eviction action may be illegal. As a landlord, it is important that you know the difference so that you handle any pet issue legally. If you are considering eviction [...]
There are may be many reasons to evict a tenant, but not all are allowed by Texas law. Before you start an eviction, make sure you base the process on one of the 5 legal reasons detailed below. If you are considering evicting a tenant, a Richland Hills TX eviction lawyer can help. Contact Girling Law today to learn more about how to [...]
An unfortunate side effect of Congress’s showdown over the wall is that many federal employees are struggling to pay rent and, naturally, their landlords are struggling to respond to this situation. Federal employees stopped receiving pay as of December 21, 2018. At the time I wrote this, we were thirty-one days into the shutdown and [...]
When serving an eviction notice to a tenant in Texas, disregarding the law could make you end up losing time and money on bad tenants. A Texas eviction lawyer can help you comply with state laws and protect your landlord rights. Contact Girling Law to learn more about how to serve a Texas eviction notice today. When Can [...]
When it comes to evicting a tenant in Texas, you need to follow a series of legal steps. Those steps include preparing for the eviction, serving a notice to vacate. filing an eviction suit, attending the court hearing, and following up after the eviction hearing. A Richland Hills TX eviction lawyer can help ensure that [...]
The decision about whether to file a lawsuit against a tenant can be challenging. Ultimately, a Texas landlord attorney like me is not in the best position to make this decision. You are. So, this article is going to arm you with the information you will need to answer the question, "should I sue my [...]
If you are renting a residential premises, you need an apartment housing lawyer to help guide you through the complex laws regarding landlords and tenants in Texas. Contact Girling Law at (817) 864-8228 today. Landlord-Tenant Relations Laws in Texas There are Texas laws that address many aspects of landlord-tenant relations. Those laws can be extremely complex, and [...]
The hotel industry can present unique legal issues that require a hotel law attorney. At Girling Law PLLC, we have experienced lawyers who are familiar with the legal issues faced by hotel owners and managers. We will listen to your situation, review your legal documents, and provide you with an honest legal opinion about your issues. Call us [...]
