Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Texas

didn't get to file an answer.....

I just got a new job and could not file my answer to the court on why I was being sued... What do I do now?I couldn't take off work and no atty would touch small claims court. But I am being evicted and i want to win i did not want to lose my job so what do i do?


Asked on 9/05/06, 9:30 pm

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TC Langford Langford Law Office

Re: didn't get to file an answer.....

Go online -- read the Property Code -- there are rules for evictions -- you may be able to appeal the eviction. Often the order is a good one, and your best bet is to go personally to your landlord and try to negotiate a deal. If you are unable to -- pack quickly and find another place to live.

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Answered on 9/06/06, 8:02 am


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