In honor of the Harris County Public Library’s 100th anniversary, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and the Harris County Commissioners approved a resolution this week declaring 2021 the Year of the Library “in celebration of a century of learning, literacy, and growth.” The Harris County Law Library applauds this well-deserved recognition.
Read moreStarting This Month: Big Civ Pro Changes Impact Texas Litigants
Anyone dealing with Texas civil suits being filed in 2021 should familiarize themselves with some significant changes to the Texas Code of Civil Procedure that went into effect this week.
Read moreThe Eviction Crisis: What to Know if You're Facing Eviction in January 2021
Eviction is challenging in any circumstance, but particularly terrifying when the best way to keep ourselves and our community safe is to comply with the Harris County stay home order. Because of this, homelessness is even more dangerous than ever. But there is some hope for Texans facing eviction.
Read moreDebt Collection Rights in Texas
To help people become more educated and not fall victim to scams, Texas Appleseed, a nonprofit organization promoting social and economic justice, has created a toolkit, My Debt Collection Rights in Texas, to inform consumers about debt collection and related scams.
Read moreMOOCs for Lawyers and Other Law Types
Streaming services are more popular than ever, and despite screen fatigue from attending so many work and social activities online, Massive Open Online Courses or MOOCs are experiencing a surge in enrollment. Listed here are a number of courses for lawyers and/or those interested in the law.
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