A lot of people make the mistake of thinking that their divorce can be finalized quickly. Although this is the case for some, for others, moving too quickly means that they put themselves at risk of being taken advantage of during the process and reaching an outcome...
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Realities surrounding alcohol use
A night out on the town or at a house party helps people unwind from a long work week. Oftentimes, gatherings involve significant amounts of alcohol. As the evening wears down, partygoers may find themselves more intoxicated than planned. They may have driven to the...
Parents’ rights when they are and are not with the child in Texas
In Texas family law cases, it is not unusual for people to be unsure of the scope of their rights with child custody and visitation. For example, they might not be aware of their right to have information about the child’s care and treatment when they are not with the...
What is a paternity order in Texas?
You most likely have heard the term, "Paternity" but you may not understand exactly what paternity is and the rules that apply in Texas. In the state of Texas, paternity means legal fatherhood. If the parents of a baby are married at the time of the baby's birth,...
How does distance impact seeing my child after a Texas divorce?
In the United States, Texas is the largest mainland state and is second only to Alaska in terms of size in the union. With that, people who have gotten divorced may live a significant distance away from their former spouse. If there are children from the marriage,...
Your health condition can impact the result of a DWI breath test
If the police pull you over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you may be asked to perform a Breathalyzer test to determine your blood-alcohol content. However, the results of these tests can lead to a false positive, even if you are not legally intoxicated....
Here’s why you shouldn’t talk to the police
If the police suspect that you’ve engaged in criminal wrongdoing, they’re going to do everything in their power to try to get you to talk. Ultimately, their goal is to get a confession that they can turn over to the prosecutor for a quick conviction. That’s why it’s...
If same-sex couple has sperm donor, does the biological father have rights?
It has been an ongoing debate for a very long time. If two women are in a relationship (whether married or just together) and they use a sperm donor so that one of the women can carry the baby to term, does the sperm donor have rights to the child? When things get...
How can I make sure I have a fair spousal support order in Texas?
Spousal support is one of the more contentious issues that can come up in a Texas divorce. Regardless of the type of marriage it was, many might feel a certain level of resentment at being obligated to continue paying maintenance to a former spouse. From the receiving...
How does Texas handle property division in unusual circumstances?
Many issues come to the forefront in a Texas divorce. They can sow the seeds for dispute, acrimony and lingering ill will. Determining which spouse will get what in terms of property is a common problem. The Lone Star State is like many states across the nation in...