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Q: Is Texas Resources Group a legitimate buyer for mineral rights?
I received a large offer for my mineral rights from Texas Resources Group in relation to wells named KenRubylie in Kenedy, TX. Before proceeding, I want to know if Texas Resources Group Mineral and Royalty Development is a legitimate buyer. I've been contacted with an offer that seems... View More 
Kyle M Kinzy
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Hello, my name is Kyle Kinzy and I am a general practice attorney in Austin, Texas. Asking this before anything is signed is the right order, because unwinding a recorded conveyance means litigation.
In this type of transaction whether a buyer is reputable matters less than what its... View More
Q: Is a $10,000 settlement for an accident with an impaired company driver appropriate?
I was involved in an auto accident in California with a company driver who was under the influence. I'm trying to determine if a settlement offer of $10,000 is appropriate. My vehicle sustained significant damage, and I incurred medical expenses and some lost wages due to the accident. I... View More
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Sorry you got hit by a company driver who was under the influence. That is a rough spot, and it is smart to pause before you accept anything.
In California, a fair settlement is meant to cover your full losses, not just a round number that sounds tidy. That usually means vehicle repair or... View More
Q: Can I paint Freddy Fever and gift it without infringing rights?
I live in Indiana and I'm considering painting an acrylic artwork of Freddy Fever, who is the mascot of the professional basketball team. I plan to gift these paintings to friends and not sell them. Would creating and sharing these paintings infringe upon any copyrights or other legal rights?
Kyle M Kinzy
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Hello, my name is Kyle Kinzy and I am a general practice attorney in Austin, Texas. Asking before the first canvas rather than after is the right order, and as you requested I will stay within federal law.
You can almost certainly paint these and hand them to friends without real trouble,... View More
Q: How can I obtain legal guardianship of nieces for a move?
I have had temporary custody of my nieces for the last 3 years, living with me and my husband, agreed upon with their mother. The agreement was informal and done at a bank, with no legal court involvement. We are moving in a few months because my husband, who is in the army, received orders to be... View More
Lilian Audu
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Texas law offers two distinct paths depending on your situation:
Conservatorship through a Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR). Since the children's mother is alive and has agreed to this arrangement, a SAPCR is often the standard route — she remains a parent with... View More
Q: Do I need an attorney to review my demand letters for a leaking pool under warranty?
I have a small pool and hot tub built on my patio that started leaking shortly after completion, specifically near the auto-fill area. The issue surfaced shortly after the build, and the pool builder has been notified and made a few attempts to fix it. However, the leak persists, and they seem to... View More
Kyle M Kinzy
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Hello, my name is Kyle Kinzy and I am a general practice attorney in Austin, Texas. Sending the notice the way the contract required, and keeping the return receipts, is the part most homeowners skip.
Your letters are almost certainly fine, because a demand letter has no required form. What... View More
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