Divorce can be a trying and stressful process for couples, especially when there are children involved. As any Collin County same-sex family lawyer knows, in many circumstances, provisions that are intended to look out for the best interests of the children may end up...
Month: May 2013
911 phone call examined after domestic violence killing
In times of emergency, many people's first instinct is to call 911 for assistance. Over time, not only has the phone number become ingrained in the minds of the public, but people have come to trust and rely upon the system to get them help in a timely manner....
Eight Dallas children abandoned by mother placed in foster care
For most parents, providing a safe and happy home for their children is their highest priority. However, as any Dallas child custody lawyer knows, not all parents have the ability or the drive to care for their children. Child abandonment or mistreatment can happen...
Texas Attorney General says same-sex benefits unconstitutional
Several cities throughout Texas, including Austin, El Paso and Fort Worth offer benefits to domestic partners. The first school district in Texas to offer benefits to domestic partnerships was Pflugerville Independent School District, which is in an area outside of...
Same-sex partners and nonmarital agreements
Same-sex family legal issues are no different than those faced by heterosexual couples. From child support and adoption to financial planning, same-sex partners regularly seek the assistance of Texas Same-Sex Family Attorneys to assist them with all sorts of family...