Deed Transfers to Foreign Trusts, Federal Miller Act Bond Claims & Defending Sworn Account Lawsuits

This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Chris as they navigate complex property transfers, federal construction remedies, and contract defense strategy under Texas law. They first discuss the proper mechanics of deeding Texas real estate to an out-of-state trust using general warranty deeds to protect title insurance coverage. Then they tackle federal construction law, explaining why sovereign immunity prevents mechanics' liens on federal military bases and detailing the exact remedy under the federal Miller Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 3131–3134). They break down payment bond protections, 90-day statutory notice requirements for second-tier subcontractors, federal court venue rules, and procedure for requesting bond copies. Finally, they address commercial debt litigation, contrasting general denials against strict verified denial requirements for suits on a sworn account to prevent automatic adverse judgments. 

⏰  Timestamps

00:00 Intro

4:45 Moving Texas Real Estate to an Out of State Trust? Watch This First!

9:39 Unpaid Subcontractor on a Military Base? You Can't File a Lien!

17:54 Sued for a Debt You Actually Owe? Here’s How to Defend It

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