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Debt Collection: Letter, Lawsuit, Enforcing Judgments in Texas
If a client has failed to pay their bills, Texas law has specific procedures to follow to help you collect the debt and to be made whole.
Questions to Ask a Lawyer During a Consultation
Hiring a lawyer is a huge decision no matter why you need one. The good news is that most legal firms, including Tough Law Firm, offer free legal consultations to help you determine if the lawyer is a good fit for your needs.
New Laws for Texas in 2019
The new year means a new set of laws and legal requirements; many of these changes are expansions or modifications of existing laws and are designed to enhance lives and protect citizens. Here are the latest changes to Texas law in 2019:
How is the Government Shutdown Affecting Texans?
The United States in now in the third week of a partial shutdown of the federal government. Here in Houston, as everywhere else in the U.S., people are wondering what may be the consequences to their own lives if the shutdown continues deeper into 2019.
Harris County & Montgomery County 2019 Holidays
The holidays are hectic. Even places like courthouses and government offices are busy, because people are trying to get things done while they have some time-off from work. Here are the upcoming holidays for both Harris and Montgomery Counties, so you can plan your schedule without any surprises.
Who is Bruce Tough?
If you live in The Woodlands area you may have heard the name Bruce Tough, but why? Who is he? Bruce Tough is the Founder and Managing Shareholder of Tough Law Firm. But founding a law firm in The Woodlands is not all he’s known for. In fact, Bruce and his family have been involved in The Woodlands community for decades.
What’s the Difference Between a Will and a Living Will?
A will is a legal document by which an individual expresses their wishes as to how their property is to be managed after their demise. A living will is a statement indicating a person’s desires in regards to future medical treatments when they are no longer able to issue an informed consent.
Celebration of Excellence: Glade Gallery
Bruce Tough recently attended the Celebration of Excellence event held at Glade Gallery and helped celebrate his good friend Steve Leakey’s selection as a Hometown Hero for 2018. Bruce along with his father, Coulson Tough, Gil Staley, and Barry Blanton are all previously recognized Hometown Hero’s.
MCHC Monthly Luncheon: Missy Herndon, President & CEO
Board Member Bruce Tough recently attended the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber monthly September luncheon to see a presentation by their guest speaker Missy Herndon, CEO and President of Interfaith.
How to Dissolve a Business Partnership
The decision may be taken by mutual consent or at the instigation of one or more partners. The process is of course easier if all partners are cooperating, but the law of partnerships in Texas can be complex, so it is always advisable to consult an attorney.
Texas Will Executor Requirements and Duties
The executor of a Texas will carries out the duties of closing out a person’s estate according to their last wishes. An executor deals with gathering the deceased person’s assets, notifying all creditors of the death, paying any outstanding debts and distributing the assets to heirs.