Tag Archives: Michael Steinmark

Rules of Civil Procedure: Potential Game-Changers

Posted on December 1, 2011 by admin

  The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure (“TRCP”) and the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code (“CPRC”) are the predominant rulebooks for civil litigation in Texas state courts.  There are 822 rules in the TRCP that govern every stage of … Continue reading →

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Senate Bill 18: Important Changes for Texas Landowners in Condemnation

Posted on September 6, 2011 by admin

Recently enacted Senate Bill 18 (“SB 18”) takes effect September 1, 2011, and alters the Texas property, education, government, local government, transportation, and water codes.  Among the provisions of SB 18 are new procedures emphasizing the importance of the offer … Continue reading →

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New Modification Program Could Be Beacon of Hope in the Seemingly Hopeless World of Troubled Mortgages

Posted on May 28, 2009 by admin

The fingers of those laying blame for the financial crisis have pointed in a number of directions, including Wall Street investment banks, securities ratings agencies, mortgage brokers, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and politicians on both sides of the aisle. … Continue reading →

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