February, 2020 | Harrell, Stoebner & Russell, P.C.

Creating a special needs trust

On Behalf of Harrell, Stoebner & Russell, P.C. | Feb 25, 2020 | Estate Planning

There are a lot of options available to those who wish to set up an estate plan, from a will to various types of trusts. However, everyone is in a different position and for some people, there are unique strategies to ensure that loved ones receive the support they...

Texas traffic laws may not protect enough

On Behalf of Harrell, Stoebner & Russell, P.C. | Feb 10, 2020 | Personal Injury

Some people in Texas may feel that the state's traffic laws are quite robust. However, the reality of the matter is that too many people continue to die on Texas roads and highways. In fact, 2016, 2017 and 2018 were the three most deadly years in the prior ten years...

Your second marriage and your estate plan

On Behalf of Harrell, Stoebner & Russell, P.C. | Feb 3, 2020 | Estate Planning

Texas is one of a handful of states known as a community property state. In short, this means that the state considers nearly all assets and all debts held by a married couple to be jointly owned or jointly liable unless otherwise identified, such as in a prenuptial...