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You may not get to choose between suing a car dealership and going to arbitration. A contract you signed when buying or financing the vehicle may require certain disputes to be arbitrated, while other claims may proceed in court.

Falling behind on an auto loan can create serious financial pressure, particularly when your vehicle is repossessed, and a debt collector later demands payment for an alleged deficiency balance.

As an attorney, I have to look at more than whether a party harmed my client. I also have to look at whether the defendant can actually pay. Liability and collectability are both required before I, or any lawyer, take a case.

Falling behind on an auto payment is a stressful reality that many hard-working people encounter when life presents unexpected financial hurdles. A car isn't a luxury; it's your lifeline to your job, your children's schools, and your daily responsibilities.

Finding out that a vehicle’s mileage doesn’t match what was advertised can leave anyone feeling frustrated, confused, and even betrayed. A car or truck is a major purchase, and when something feels off, it can quickly turn into a stressful situation, especially when you’re trying to determine whether it was an innocent mistake or something more serious, like odometer fraud.

Buying a car should feel like a step forward—not a situation where you later discover unexpected costs or misleading information. If you’re in the process of buying a car—or dealing with a purchase that has already gone wrong—knowing what to look for can make a real difference.

A step-by-step guide to responding to a lawsuit in Texas courts. If your business has been served with a lawsuit in Texas, the most important thing to understand is that deadlines begin running immediately. Texas courts move quickly, and failing to respond in time can result in a default judgment against the company.

Some defendants assume that ignoring a lawsuit will cause the problem to disappear. In Texas courts, the opposite usually happens. If the defendant is a corporation or limited liability company, the business must generally appear through licensed counsel in Texas courts. A more detailed explanation of that rule can be found in our article “Can an LLC or Corporation Represent Itself in Court in Texas?”

One of the first and most important steps in defending a lawsuit in Texas is filing an answer. Filing an answer tells the court that the defendant intends to participate in the case and prevents the plaintiff from obtaining a default judgment. Understanding how the answer process works can help defendants avoid costly procedural mistakes.

Buying a vehicle is supposed to bring peace of mind. You expect it to get you to work safely, help you manage daily errands, and provide dependable transportation for your family. When that vehicle keeps breaking down, it can feel incredibly frustrating and stressful. You may worry about safety, unexpected expenses, and whether the problem will ever truly be fixed.