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...
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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...
How are child support orders enforced?
Ensuring that children receive child support as ordered by the family law court to meet their needs is important. For that reason, it is important for parents to be familiar with the ways that child support orders are enforced. How child support orders are enforced...
Texas Expunction Expo: How do I get my record cleared?
In some situations you can get your criminal record cleared. This process, called expunction, involves a petition to the court. This post provides some information on how to start the process. Why should I look into getting my record expunged? The presence of a...
Three mistakes that can derail your divorce
Divorce comes with many difficulties, many of which are unavoidable. This is why it is important not to add any unnecessary grief to the process by making mistakes of your own. Here are a few common divorce errors you would be better off avoiding. Letting your...
How can I protect my medical practice from my divorce?
Those in business often try to keep their personal and professional lives separate, at least to some extent. When it comes to divorce these two worlds can collide in the worst of ways. Texas state law generally views the assets accumulated during the marriage as...
What is assault and how is it defended?
All criminal charges should be taken seriously. When a Texas resident is alleged to have committed a crime, they can be thrown into a world of unfamiliar processes, terms, and deadlines. It can benefit an individual and their family to seek the help of a criminal...
When is a spouse eligible for alimony in Texas?
Knowing when your spouse may be eligible to receive alimony is an important concern that may come up during divorce. Understanding eligibility for alimony, also referred to as spousal maintenance or spousal support, and how much may be awarded and for how long, is...