Dallas/Fort Worth Foreclosure Defense Attorney

Posted on | December 29, 2011 | No Comments

Experienced Representation to Help You Keep Your Home

Are you facing financial challenges and are behind on your mortgage? Were you the victim of unscrupulous dealings by a mortgage lender? Is your bank or mortgage finance company taking wrongful actions against you to try to foreclose on your home? The Woods Law Firm has the skill, experience, knowledge and resources to help you stay in your home.

At the Woods Law Firm, PC, we have aggressively protected the rights of homeowners throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex for more than 15 years. We will work with you at any stage of a foreclosure proceeding, and will defend you against any illegal procedures levied against you by mortgage lenders. We understand the importance of home and family, and will take the time to get to know you and understand the details of your situation so that we can customize our strategy to get the outcome you want. We know that financial problems can lead to a high level of anxiety and will take swift action to protect your interests. Our goal with every client is to provide legal counsel that is second to none.

We offer a confidential consultation to every client. To set up a private meeting, contact our office by e-mail or call us at 817-751-7111.

Our Foreclosure Defense Practice

We focus our foreclosure defense practice on finding ways to keep you in your home. When you hire us to protect your rights, we will start by fully explaining the law and the legal process, as well as your options and chances of success. We will identify all the steps your lender can take, as well as the different strategies available to you, including:

Negotiating a loan modification — Attorney Woods will contact your lender directly, working to restructure your loan, reduce your interest rate, extend the term of your note or taking other steps that will make your mortgage payments affordable. We will also seek to get late fees waived and to fold any arrearages into the new loan.

Presenting legal defenses in court — We will carefully examine the facts to determine whether your lender has a legal deed to your property, or whether your lender has the original note. We will also investigate the steps taken by your lender when processing your mortgage to ensure that there were no disclosure violations or other misleading practices.

Expertise…Integrity…Diligence

We will handle all matters related to the defense against foreclosure proceedings, preparing and filing all documents required by the court, and acting as your advocate in all proceedings or hearings throughout the process.

Contact Our Office

To schedule a confidential meeting with an experienced Texas mortgage foreclosure defense lawyer, contact us by e-mail or call our office at 817-751-7111.

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Metroplex Trial Attorney Representing Churches and Nonprofits

Posted on | December 16, 2011 | No Comments

American law has a long tradition of respect for the separation of church and state. Although this tradition has generated its share of controversy in recent years, few churches have reason to argue with the reluctance of American courts to interfere with matters of doctrine or church teaching, even when they directly affect individual careers and interests.

In areas of more clearly secular concern, however, such as state or federal tax policy, tort law, contract law or safe workplace regulations, it makes little or no difference to a court whether the defendant is a church, a business corporation or a private citizen.

If your church faces the prospect of civil litigation on matters ranging from personal injury to corporate governance issues, it helps to work with an attorney who understands both the challenges of church management and the details of trial preparation and strategy. Contact the Woods Law Firm, PC, in Arlington to discuss your situation with a trial lawyer who is also an ordained minister.

Experienced Lawyer for Church and Nonprofit Clients in Dallas-Ft. Worth

With more than 20 years of legal experience, Lonnie Woods handles disputes across a wide range of scenarios and legal disciplines, including:

• Disputes over church bylaws, restructuring proposals, board elections, personnel decisions or amendments to corporate articles or charters
• Disputes between church factions or between church leadership and a membership group
• Matters of potential tort liability, such as accidents on church property or injuries suffered in church-owned vans or buses
• Employment law matters, including hiring or termination decisions, wage and hour disputes, or workplace safety violations
• Contract disputes involving pastors, music directors, youth leaders or other paid church personnel
• Insurance coverage disputes involving first-party casualty losses or third-party liability claims
• Disputes over gifts, bequests or trust assets
• Breach of fiduciary duty claims related to church funds or property

When a civil dispute such as any of those outlined above involves a church, faith-based organization or not-for-profit corporation, it is important to work with counsel who can coordinate effective litigation and dispute resolution strategies that honor the client’s mission and continuing interests while meeting the immediate demands of the legal challenge.

Call 817-751-7111 for a Texas Church Lawyer’s Advice

Lonnie Woods’ experience with the successful resolution of a wide range of litigation problems for churches and nonprofits can represent an important advantage for any faith-based or membership organization that finds itself faced with serious legal trouble. For additional information about your church’s legal options, contact the Woods Law Firm, PC, in Arlington, Texas. To learn more about Lonnie Woods and his Dallas-Ft. Worth law practice, see his website at http://www.attorneywoodslawfirm.com.

Dallas | Fort Worth Nonprofit Organization Lawyer

Posted on | December 16, 2011 | No Comments

Experienced Counsel to Nonprofit Entities

If you are considering or have decided to set up a nonprofit organization, you want an attorney who understands the unique procedures you must complete to meet your goals. Fairly complex and detailed documents must be filed with state and federal governments or agencies to obtain the benefits of a nonprofit organization. The Woods Law Firm can help.

At the Woods Law Firm, PC, we bring more than 15 years of experience to clients throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Attorney Lonnie Woods administers his own nonprofit organization, Jus’ Playin’, which gives inner city youth the chance to participate in sports like golf and tennis that they might ordinarily not have opportunities to play. We understand the challenges you face when setting up a nonprofit entity and know all the measures necessary to attain your goals.

At the Woods Law Firm, we place an emphasis on personal service and attention. You won’t be just a number to us. We will take the time to learn about you and the organization you want to set up. We will keep you regularly updated throughout the process, and will always be available to address your questions or concerns.

Contact our office by e-mail or call us at 817-751-7111 to set up a confidential consultation.

Comprehensive Legal Services for Nonprofit Organizations

We handle all matters related to setting up a nonprofit, including:

• Entity formation — We will help you determine the most effective legal form, whether a limited liability company or a corporation. We will prepare and file all necessary documents to set you up with the state of Texas, including articles of incorporation, bylaws or other documents.
• Application for nonprofit status — We will prepare and file your 501(c)(3) application with the Internal Revenue Service, and will be your liaison with the IRS to help you attain nonprofit status.

We will help you work with municipalities in Texas to set up a Community Development Corporation (CDC) or a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). We also offer advice to faith-based organizations and nonprofits on corporate governance, as well as changes in laws or regulations.

Contact Our Office

To schedule a meeting to discuss your legal concerns with an experienced Dallas/Fort Worth nonprofit formation lawyer, contact us online or call us at 817-751-7111.

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How Churches Can Manage Liability Risk Through Effective Counsel

Posted on | December 2, 2011 | No Comments

Churches and faith – based organizations of all kinds seldom regard themselves as private businesses, but in many ways they face the same range of legal problems characteristic of closely held businesses or even mid-sized corporations. Unfortunately, pastors, church boards and project committees often overlook the legal implications of their activities until it is too late to identify the risk and contain the liability.

Establishing an ongoing relationship with a knowledgeable and versatile attorney can achieve a great deal for pinpointing areas of legal concern, managing liability risk and avoiding the mistakes that can turn a small problem into a major ordeal that can divide your community. To learn more about the advantages of legal counsel for churches and faith – based organizations in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex, contact the Woods Law Firm, PC, in Arlington for a free initial consultation.

Experienced Lawyer, Ordained Minister, 20-Year Track Record of Success

Texas church law attorney Lonnie Woods has more than 20 years of legal experience in areas as varied as real estate, criminal defense, nonprofit management and personal injury. Mr. Woods is also an ordained minister with a master’s of divinity degree from Texas Christian University. His close familiarity with the challenges of church management combines well with the breadth of his legal experience in order to provide faith – based clients with prompt, efficient and sophisticated advice and representation on the matters of greatest concern.

Many faith – based organizations encounter legal problems through inattention to such basics as proper organization and governance, employment practices, fundraising rules, accounting principles or dispute resolution options. An experienced lawyer can recommend measures designed to shore up inadequate organizational or reporting structures while addressing more specific problems related to employee relations, financial difficulties, premises liability, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status or criminal problems ranging from embezzlement to sex abuse.

An attorney who understands church organizations in general and your community of faith in particular can help you choose the legal solution that not only accomplishes the objectives at hand, but also fits with the needs and characteristics of your church and its membership.

Call 817-751-1111 in Arlington for a Texas Church Law Attorney’s Advice

Our law firm tailors its services to the actual needs of each client, and emphasizes the development and growth of a strong attorney-client relationship that can rise to the challenge of any legal difficulty. Whether your church is facing significant liability related to dangerous property conditions or simply needs to revisit old bylaws and internal management practices, the Woods Law Firm can help you.

To learn more about the advantages of working with an experienced attorney, contact the Woods Law Firm in Arlington. For more information about our firm’s church law practice, visit our website at http://www.attorneywoodslawfirm.com.

AVOIDING FORECLOSURE

Posted on | November 18, 2011 | No Comments

The Obama Administration has implemented a number of programs to assist homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure and otherwise struggling with their monthly mortgage payments. The majority of these programs are administered through the U.S. Treasury Department and HUD. This page provides a summary of these various programs.

Due to recent findings concerning the questionable ethics of major lenders in home loans, distressed homeowners are encouraged to contact an experienced real estate attorney to inquire about foreclosure prevention options that are available. The same applies to those who are experiencing difficulty communicating with their mortgage lender or servicer about their need for mortgage relief. The lawyer skilled in foreclosure defense can optimize your chances of tapping into programs that assist in your avoiding foreclosure and stabilizing the country’s housing market. The attorney will also be in position to represent you in court and challenge the lenders on several anti – foreclosure measures.

Proper representation can assist homeowners in lowering their monthly mortgage payments and in acquiring more stable loans at today’s low rates. Additionally, in an effort to be responsive to the needs of the client, there are also options for unemployed homeowners and homeowners who owe more than their homes are worth. The key objective is to modify or refinance a loan for lower payments to fit the client’s needs. Examples are home affordable modifications programs (HAMP) and principal reduction alternatives.

The attorney will also be able to inform and advise the clients on “underwater” mortgages whereby in today’s housing market, many homeowners have experienced a decrease in their home’s value. Finally, if your mortgage payment is unaffordable and you are interested in transitioning to more affordable housing, you may be eligible for a short sale or deed – in – lieu of foreclosure. If your home has already been sold at a foreclosure sale you may be able to reclaim your home if your “redemption” period has not expired.

When you need the competence and experience of an attorney who understands the complexity of foreclosure proceedings, we encourage you to contact our office at 817-751-7111 to arrange a confidential consultation in a private setting. At The Woods Law Firm, your sensitive financial issues are always treated with the utmost discretion.

The Pros and Cons of Divorce

Posted on | September 16, 2010 | No Comments

If you are struggling in your marriage, unable to effectively communicate about or agree on anything, and you see little chance of turning the situation around, you may have considered filing for divorce. You may recognize that divorce can solve some of your problems while giving rise to others. This article identifies some of the reasons you might want to consider seeking a divorce, but also identifies the consequences of marital dissolution.

What You Have to Gain through Divorce

• If there is a lot of anger, verbal abuse or physical abuse in your marriage, a divorce can reduce the risk of that happening, and increase your safety.
• Many people in unhappy marriages stay together because they believe it’s in the best interests of their children. Studies show, however, that children can adapt to divorce and often can benefit by not being exposed to the bickering and fighting prevalent in a bad marriage. One study concluded that 80% of children of divorce emerge as emotionally healthy adults.  Children learn from their environment. If they are always around conflict, they often learn that conflict is an essential element of any relationship.
• Financially, you may benefit from divorce. If your ex-spouse was irresponsible with money or unwilling to contribute to the financial well-being of the family, a divorce can remove that burden and allow you to regain your financial footing.

The Potential Downside of Divorce

• If there are children involved, divorce can lead to emotional challenges. If you don’t clearly explain to the children that they are not to blame, they may try to take responsibility for the divorce. Additionally, a divorce can often place children in the middle of parents who don’t agree. The children may feel like they have to take sides, or that they have to become a different person when they are with each parent.
• Divorce can be financially devastating, whether you are the custodial or the non-custodial parent. You may have built a lifestyle based on two incomes, with a home, car and extracurricular activities at that level. With only one income, you may not be able to maintain the lifestyle you had. As a custodial parent, you may not be able to get enough in child support to keep your home or other items. As the non-custodial parent, the requirement to pay child support can make it difficult to acquire your own living space and build a separate life.
• Divorce can be emotionally devastating. Sometimes referred to as the “living death,”  it can make you feel like a failure, feel undesirable or unloved, and put you in a position where you are constantly reminded of former, perhaps happier, times. When you or  your ex-spouse remarry and your children start to develop relationships with stepparents, the emotional challenges can be wrenching for everyone involved.
• When children are involved, divorce can be very hard work. Even when you have a court order identifying custody, visitation and support, every situation is different. Your child’s needs and wants will change as they grow. You will often have to either negotiate exceptions to prior agreements or be perceived as inflexible, more interested in your needs than the child’s needs.

At The Woods Law Firm, located in Arlington, the legal services we offer include divorce and the issues involved in ending a marriage:

• Division of Assets
• Alimony / Spousal Support
• Child Custody
• Child Support
• Modification and Enforcement (Custody and Support)
• Visitation
• Marital Settlements

With a deep understanding of the shattered lives and hope for future stability that arise from a divorce, we offer clients personalized attention, addressing each of their concerns, explaining the options to courtroom battles and guiding them in making critical decisions. We employ litigation skills derived from years of steadfast protection of our clients’ legal rights. Our goal is to help you find workable solutions for child custody, support and visitation as well as an equitable division of assets that serves your best interests and those of your children.

When you need the competence and experience of an attorney who understands the complexity of family relationships and the ramifications divorce has on the lives of all concerned, we encourage you to contact our office at 817-751-7111 to arrange a confidential consultation in a private setting. At The Woods Law Firm, your sensitive family issues are always treated with the utmost discretion.

A Car Accident Checklist: Keep This in Your Glovebox

Posted on | September 14, 2010 | No Comments

If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you may be uncertain what steps to take to best protect your rights. Simply being in an accident can cause stress, anxiety or panic, causing you to lose focus on what you need to do to safeguard your interests. This article provides a resource to help you ensure that you have followed the procedures necessary to help you get full and fair compensation for your injuries.

Step One: Assess the extent of any injuries to you or your passengers. Determine if everyone in your car is conscious and able to move under their own power. If someone is unconscious, leave them where they are until medical assistance arrives. If anyone has an injury that has rendered them unconscious or unable to move, call 911 immediately.

Step Two: Move your vehicle out of the way of traffic, if possible. Leaving your vehicle in traffic can expose you to the risk of further injury. Your safety is paramount—the accident can be reconstructed later. If you cannot move your vehicle, turn on emergency lights, set up road flares and take action to warn oncoming vehicles.

Step Three: Contact the police and file a report. Call 911 to report the accident. Wait until the police officers arrive and provide them with an accurate account of what happened. Before they leave, obtain their names, badge numbers and the jurisdiction in which they work.

Step Four: Gather information from other drivers. Ask any other drivers involved in the accident to provide you with the following information
• name
• address
• telephone number
• auto insurance provider
• auto insurance policy number

Also note the following information:

• the date and time of the accident
• the make, model, year and color of the other vehicle
• the license plate number for any other vehicle involved

Step Five: Take Pictures of the Accident Scene. If you have a camera on your phone, use it to take pictures of all vehicles involved in the accident. Also take pictures of the scene of the accident, making certain to include traffic signs or signals, skid marks and any property damage.

Step 6: Keep a Tight Lip. Often, in the aftermath of an accident, you can have a lot of nervous energy and find yourself wanting to tell your story to anyone who will listen. Don’t do that. Answer the questions asked by police officers clearly and succinctly, but don’t volunteer any information. Anything you say may be brought into evidence and could be damaging to your case.

Step 7: Get the Medical Care You Need. When you leave the scene of the accident, you may want to go immediately to the hospital or to a clinic to have your injuries evaluated. If your injuries don’t appear to be serious, you may want to schedule an appointment with your doctor. You should do so immediately, so that you have documented evidence of all injuries.

Step 8: Contact an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney. Even before you talk with your insurance company, you should contact a lawyer, if at all possible. Insurance companies have a vested interest in paying as little as possible to settle your claim. An attorney will work directly with insurers to help you get all the benefits you paid for and deserve.

Step 9: Contact Your Insurance Provider. Notify your automobile insurance provider of the accident.

Arlington Texas Dedicated Legal Representation

By contacting a personal injury lawyer immediately, you not only allow your attorney to gain an advantage through early case preparation but also permit our staff to attend to your needs. Our staff is dedicated to managing personal injury cases and will assist you in securing the best medical treatment along with a quick resolution to your transportation problems. There is no cost or obligation for an initial consultation to evaluate your case. We take cases on a contingency basis, meaning that you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf. When you need legal help to hold liable parties responsible for personal injury, you can rely on our expertise acquired from 15 years of personal injury experience. Contact us at 817-751-7111 to find out more about how we can assist you with a personal injury claim.

The Woods Law Firm, P.C. is a Arlington, Texas Law Firm focusing on the practice areas of Personal Injury, Divorce, Criminal Law and Church Law.

North Texas Legal Representation

We serve local communities of Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, Colleyville, North Richland Hills and Keller. In addition our law firm represents Texas residents in all cities in Dallas County and Tarrant County. Contact Us Today at 817-751-7111 to discuss your case with a Arlington Car Wreck Lawyer.

The Woods Law Firm, P.C. is a Texas based Law Firm putting focus in the area of Personal-Injury Law. The firm is also offers experience in the areas of Real Estate, Divorce, Criminal Law and Church Law. We serve local communities of Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, Colleyville, North Richland Hills and Keller, TX. In addition our law firm represents Texas residents in all cities in Dallas County and Tarrant County. Please contact us today to discuss your case with a Personal Injury Attorney

Goodyear Settles Harley Accident Claim

Posted on | June 16, 2010 | No Comments

Goodyear and Dunlop Tires have settled a lawsuit alleging that personal injuries were caused by a blowout of one of its tires. The settlement was for an undisclosed amount, but according to court filings by Goodyear, was based on a decision settle immediately, rather than risk an adverse and substantial verdict by the Court at trial.

The lawsuit was filed in Illinois by plaintiffs Mike and Darla Green, who owned a Harley Davidson motorcycle. In June, 2007, the Greens left Illinois with two other couples to drive to Yellowstone National Park. A passenger on one of the motorcycles following the Greens complained that she could smell burnt rubber. She also told the Greens that it appeared that their back tire was getting flat.

The parties got back on the road after lunch and within minutes, the rear tire on the Green’s motorcycle had a sidewall deflation. When the tire deflated, Mike Green lost control of the bike and it skidded on its side, throwing Mike and Darla off the bike.

Darla Green was taken by an ambulance to Research Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. She suffered brain injury and a torn rotator cuff. She experienced general loss of vision in both eyes, and had continued bouts of anxiety and depression. She also suffered severe road rash and underwent an emergency tracheotomy at the scene of the accident. The scarring from the tracheotomy had affected her ability to sing with her church choir.

Though Michael Green initially refused treatment for any injuries, he subsequently went to the hospital. There, he was given morphine for pain caused by the accident. He was eventually diagnosed with a meniscus tear in his right knee, which required two surgeries.

The Lawsuit

The Greens filed suit in 2008, alleging that their injuries were caused by defects in the Dunlop tire on the rear of their bike. In its initial response, Goodyear alleged that the Greens had overloaded the capacity of the bike, both at the time of the accident and for some time period before the accident, leading to the accident.  Both Mike and Darla Green weighed over 260 pounds at the time of the accident and the Greens also had luggage on the bike.

To support this claim, Goodyear alleged that the tire had only 1/16th of an inch of tread at time of the accident. According to Goodyear, this demonstrated that the Greens had failed to properly inspect the bike before operating it.

During the discovery process, Goodyear sought to provide the testimony of its plant manager, indicating that quality control processes were in place and that the Green’s tire had been properly inspected before leaving the plant.  This, they believed, would make it clear that the Green’s injuries were the result of their own negligence. The judge in the case ruled, however, that this testimony was inadmissible. The case settled shortly after this ruling.

Contact The Woods Law Firm
If you have suffered a personal injury because of the carelessness or negligence of another person, contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Woods Law Firm.  For an initial consultation, visit our website or call our office at 817-751-7111.

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Posted on | April 6, 2010 | No Comments

The Woods Law Firm represents clients in the Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex.

Our Practice Areas

REAL ESTATE

Residential and commercial buy / sell agreements, closings, leases, foreclosures, forced sales, partition actions, agent / broker disputes, real estate fraud more

PERSONAL INJURY

Car / truck / motorcycle accidents, premises liability, defective products, medical negligence, spinal cord injury, amusement park, boating and construction site accidents more

DIVORCE

Child custody and support, alimony/spousal support, division of assets, paternity, post-marital agreements, domestic violence more

CRIMINAL LAW

DWI, juvenile offenses, manslaughter, embezzlement, bribery, kidnapping, sex crimes, identity theft, computer crime, domestic violence. more

CHURCH LAW / FAITH BASED LAW

Church related real estate transactions, financing, liability issues, business organization and governance more

The Woods Law Firm, P.C. is a Arlington, Texas Law Firm focusing on the practice areas of Real Estate Law, Personal Injury, Divorce, Criminal Law and Church Law. We serve local communities of Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, Colleyville, North Richland Hills and Keller. In addition our law firm represents Texas residents in all cities in Dallas County and Tarrant County. Please contact us today to discuss your case with a Arlington Attorney.

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