When most people hear “law,” they imagine courtroom dramas or criminal trials. The truth is, legal issues impact our daily lives much more than we realize—especially civil law. From leases to medical bills, knowing basic legal terms can protect your rights, help you make informed decisions, and prevent costly mistakes.
Read moreVeterans Day Legal Aid Resources
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According to the United States Census Bureau’s 2015-2019 American Community Survey, as cited in this infographic, seven percent of all Texas adults are veterans of the U.S. military, making Texas the state with the second-highest population of veterans in the nation. Throughout the country, veterans report that access to free legal services is a top ten unmet need. Today, as we honor veterans not only in Texas but in every state, from every branch of the military, and from every service era, we at the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library are providing links to legal information and resources aimed at addressing the need for veterans’ access to justice.
Read moreIntroducing Free Legal Self-Help Webinars from the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library
The Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library is pleased to announce we are starting a series of free legal self-help webinars presented by practicing attorneys in Texas. These webinars are primarily for pro se litigants, who are appearing in court cases without an attorney, and they will cover a variety of topics. Our first topic will be “Family Law Basics” on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at 3:00 p.m.
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