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Vehicle Repossession Laws in Texas: Protecting Your Car, Credit & Peace of Mind  

Published: July 28, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 31, 2025  •  Reading Time: 14 min read

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Quick Answer: How can I get my car back after repossession in Texas? If your car is repossessed in Texas, redeem it within 10 days by paying all past-due installments, repossession, and storage fees under Texas Business & Commerce Code §9.609. Demand proof of each repossession and … [Read more...]

Categories: Bankruptcy Tagged: bankruptcy attorney, Bankruptcy lawyers in Dallas, Bankruptcy Tag, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Chances of Winning a Credit Card Lawsuit in Texas

Published: July 25, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 30, 2025  •  Reading Time: 14 min read

Chances of Winning a Credit Card Lawsuit in Texas

Quick Answer File your Answer within 14 – 20 days of service Raise defenses like the 4‑year statute of limitations or lack of standing Request proof of ownership (chain of assignment, billing statements) In Texas, consumers who answer credit‑card lawsuits within time limit and … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt Tagged: credit card attorney, Credit Card Debt, debt collection agency, debt collection lawsuit, Texas debt defense lawyers

Power of Attorney vs Durable Power of Attorney in Texas

Published: July 23, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 23, 2025  •  Reading Time: 13 min read

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Confused about the power of attorney vs durable power of attorney? In Texas, a Durable Power of Attorney stays effective if the principal becomes incapacitated, while a regular (general) Power of Attorney ends the moment incapacity is confirmed. Both must be signed before a notary, but only the … [Read more...]

Categories: Estate Planning Tagged: Durable power of attorney, Estate Planning Tag, family law attorney, power of attorney

Can a POA Change a Will in Texas?

Published: July 21, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 21, 2025  •  Reading Time: 14 min read

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Can a power of attorney change a will in Texas? No. Under the Texas Estates Code, an agent with a durable POA may not create, amend, or revoke a will. A valid will must meet strict signing and witness rules, and POA authority ends at death. Introduction A loved one just handed their agent … [Read more...]

Categories: Estate Planning Tagged: estate planning attorney, Estate Planning Tag, last will, revocable living trust, Texas estate planning

Abstract of Judgement Texas: How a Simple Filing Becomes a Powerful Lien on Your Property

Published: July 18, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 29, 2025  •  Reading Time: 20 min read

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Abstract of judgment in Texas. A certified, one-page summary of a money judgment recorded with the county clerk immediately becomes a judgment lien on all non-exempt real property the debtor owns—or later buys—in that county. The lien lasts ten years but may be renewed before it … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt Tagged: credit card attorney, credit card bankruptcy, credit card company sues, Credit Card Debt

Does the Executor of a Will Get Paid in Texas?

Published: July 14, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 14, 2025  •  Reading Time: 12 min read

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Does the executor of a will get paid in Texas? Yes. The payment an executor receives is commonly referred to as an executor fee or executor's compensation under Texas law. Texas law entitles an executor to up to 5 % of the cash they actually receive or pay out while administering the estate—but … [Read more...]

Categories: Estate Planning Tagged: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, estate planning attorney, Estate Planning Tag, last will

Can Credit Card Companies Take Your House? What Texas Homeowners Need to Know

Published: July 11, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 29, 2025  •  Reading Time: 19 min read

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If you’re drowning in credit card debt, you might be wondering: can credit card companies take your house? Many homeowners are facing financial difficulties and worry about losing their homes due to credit card debt. That’s a fear for many Texas homeowners, especially when bills pile up and you … [Read more...]

Categories: Credit Card Lawsuit and Debt Tagged: credit card company sues, credit card lawsuit, debt lawsuit, Debt lawsuit attorney, Lawsuit tag

Can Medicaid Take Your Home in Texas?

Published: July 2, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 3, 2025  •  Reading Time: 20 min read

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Picture this: After years of paying off your mortgage and filling your house with memories, you suddenly need nursing home care. Then you hear rumors that the state might take your home to pay for that care. Is that actually possible in Texas? Medicaid Estate Recovery Programs are mandatory in all … [Read more...]

Categories: Estate Planning Tagged: estate planning attorney, Estate Planning Tag, Medicaid and health care, Real estate planning

Can Your Spouse Take Your Vehicle in Texas? Understanding Your Rights During Divorce

Published: June 30, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: July 11, 2025  •  Reading Time: 26 min read

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When Maria found out her husband took the family car without her permission during their separation, she panicked. The car was in her name and bought before they got married. But he said it belonged to both of them since they used joint funds for repairs. If you are in a similar situation in … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: community property, Divorce Law, Texas divorce attorney

Can I Sue My Ex for Financial Abuse? A Texas Legal Guide

Published: June 25, 2025
Author: Christopher Migliaccio — Bar #24053059
Updated: June 25, 2025  •  Reading Time: 16 min read

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When Maria found out that her ex‑husband had been moving money from their joint accounts into secret ones, she felt shocked and helpless. His hidden transfers left her unable to cover everyday bills while he kept control of their marital funds. Financial abuse is a form of domestic abuse involving … [Read more...]

Categories: Divorce Tagged: Divorce, Divorce Law, Financial abuse, Texas family law attorney

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Christopher Migliaccio is an attorney and a Co-Founding Partner of the law firm of Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P. Chris is a native of New Jersey and landed in Texas after graduating from the Thomas M. Cooley School of Law in Lansing, Michigan. Chris has experience with personal bankruptcy, estate planning, family law, divorce, child custody, debt relief lawsuits, and personal injury. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Chris by clicking here.

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