Weekly Docket

Dive into the world of law with 'Weekly Docket,' hosted by Silberman Law Firm's Phil Silberman. Get the latest on landmark cases, practical law, and a unique perspective on the legal landscape. Join us for a weekly exploration of law like you've never heard it before.

Weekly Docket is a business podcast hosted by Philip Silberman, with 135 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Philip Silberman hosts Weekly Docket, a business show with 135 episodes published.

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  Episode #135

  Tenant Security Deposit Accounting, Gift Card Phishing Scams, Unrecorded Deeds & LLC Member Disputes

  Aug 14, 202623 min

  This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Chris as they examine a notable JP court interpretation regarding landlord security deposit accounting timelines under Texas Property Code § 92.109(d). They break down the legal distinction between delivering a timely accounting notice within 30 days versus disbursing actual refund checks, highlighting the practical impacts on both tenants and property managers. They then step into cybersecurity, analyzing sophisticated email phishing tactics and gift card impersonation schemes targeting business professionals. Next, they handle a complex real estate title dispute involving a 10-year-old unrecorded deed, unpaid property taxes, Tax Code § 32.07 liability, and Texas Property Code § 13.001 rules governing subsequent purchasers and quiet title actions. Finally, they address small business litigation dynamics, sharing practical strategies for removing a rogue member from an LLC operating without an agreement and protecting operating accounts during corporate dissolutions. ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 3:46 Landlords: Do You REALLY Have to Mail the Check Within 30 Days? 8:06 Watch Out! The Fake Boss Email Scam Wanting Gift Cards Is Back! 12:11 Sold Land 10 Years Ago But Got Hit With Back Taxes? 19:23 Rogue Business Partner Draining the Bank Account? Do THIS Immediately! #SecurityDepositAccounting #JPCourt #PhishingScams #UnrecordedDeed #TexasPropertyCode #LLCDissolution #TexasBusinessLaw

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  Episode #134

  Texas Entities vs. Delaware Entities, Locating Deceased Bank Accounts & Deed Changes

  Aug 6, 202618 min

  Texas Entities vs. Delaware Entities, Locating Deceased Bank Accounts & Deed Changes This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Chris as they analyze whether forming a Delaware entity still holds an advantage over a Texas entity, evaluating Texas's newly established business courts designed specifically for complex corporate disputes. They then tackle critical probate questions, providing tips for executors trying to locate hidden or unlisted bank accounts after a parent’s death. Finally, they examine residential leasing regulations, diving into the legal risks and Fair Housing Act implications of landlords enforcing blanket prohibitions against applicants with criminal histories. ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 4:06 Delaware vs. Texas: Which State is Better for Your New Business Entity? 7:36 Executor Guide: How to Track Down a Loved One’s Hidden Bank Accounts After They Pass 11:00 Tax Records Got Your Property Ownership Wrong? Here’s How to Fix Your Deed! 13:59 Can Residential Landlords Legally Enforce a Blanket Ban on Renters with a Criminal History? #TexasBusinessCourts #DelawareLLC #DeedTransferTexas #ExecutorBankAccounts #FairHousingAct #TexasRealEstateLaw

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  Episode #133

  Living Wills vs. Medical POAs, Texas Affidavit of Heirship 5-Year Rule & How Texas Rollback Taxes Work

  Jul 31, 202619 min

  Join Phil Silberman and Chris Heald for Episode 133 of the ‘Weekly Docket’ as they break down essential Texas real estate, estate planning, and tax laws. They explore the key differences between a Living Will—also known as a Physician’s Directive—and a Medical Power of Attorney, and whether you actually need both to protect your healthcare decisions. Next, the guys answer critical real estate and probate questions regarding Affidavits of Heirship, including the 5-Year Rule under Texas Estates Code § 203.001 and title company underwriter requirements when selling inherited property. Finally, unpack how Texas rollback taxes work when agricultural land changes use, including the 3-year tax recalculation, whether the buyer or seller pays, and a notable homestead exemption. Don’t miss this episode packed with practical legal insights and Texas law guidance! ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 2:52 Living Will vs. Medical POA Explained 10:03 Inherited Texas Property? Watch Out for the 5-Year Heirship Rule! 14:11 Buying Ag Land in Texas? Watch Out for Surprise Rollback Taxes! #TexasLaw #EstatePlanning #LivingWill #MedicalPOA #LegalTips #TexasRealEstate #AffidavitOfHeirship #InheritedProperty #RealEstateLaw #RollbackTaxes #AgExemption #PropertyTaxes

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  Episode #132

  How to Nonsuit Cases in Texas, Service on the Secretary of State & Serving Defendants via Social Media

  Jul 24, 202616 min

  This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Chris as they break down essential procedural rules for navigating civil litigation in Texas courts. They explore the strategic mechanics of voluntary case dismissals, detailing the critical differences between a nonsuit with prejudice versus a nonsuit without prejudice, while cautioning plaintiffs to verify that pending counterclaims won't derail their dismissal strategy. They also demystifies SOS service under Texas Business Organizations Code § 5.251, explaining step-by-step how to effectuate valid service through the Secretary of State when an entity's registered agent cannot be located. Finally, they examine substituted service under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 106(b)(2), diving into the evidentiary requirements for serving evasive defendants via social media channels, Direct Messages, and digital technology. ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 3:36 How to Drop a Texas Lawsuit (Without Ruining Your Case!) 8:14 The $50 Texas Legal Loophole to Serve Hidden Defendants 13:26 Can You Get Sued in an Instagram DM in Texas? #NonsuitWithPrejudice #SecretaryOfStateService #TRCP106 #SocialMediaService #TexasCivilProcedure #SubstitutedService #TexasLitigation #WeeklyDocketEpisode132 #SilbermanLawFirm

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  Episode #131

  JP Court Records, Heirship Affidavit Shortcuts & Why Firms Reject Contested Guardianships

  Jul 17, 202620 min

  This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Chris as they trouble-shoot common procedural and technical roadblocks facing Texas legal practitioners. They kick off the show by addressing a frustrating reality when searching court records for Justice of the Peace courts. Next, they debate the best way to handle Outlook email files in discovery. They also handle a high-stakes probate strategy question, analyzing whether a family can save time by utilizing an Affidavit of Heirship with a will attached, or if Texas law mandates a formal probate. Finally, they step into the emotional arena of guardianship litigation as they discuss a mediator's request to refer contested guardianships. They share a candid behind-the-scenes look at why the firm tries to avoid these draining, high-conflict cases at intake to protect both firm resources and client satisfaction. ⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 2:49 Navigating Texas JP Court Records 5:22 Tech Tips for Outlook Files in Legal Discovery 9:36 Can You Attach a Will to an Heirship Affidavit? 12:52 The Hard Truth About Contested Guardianships #JPCourtHarrisCounty #DiscoveryWorkarounds #OutlookMSGReader #AffidavitOfHeirship #TexasProbateLaw #ContestedGuardianships #ProbateLitigation #TexasCivilProcedure #WeeklyDocketEpisode131 #SilbermanLawFirm

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