Making the decision to get a Texas divorce is never easy. But when you have children, it may become even more complicated. You want to do what's best for them, but you also need to think about yourself. How can you make sure that your kids are okay during and after...
Under the U.S. Constitution, criminal defendants have the right to confront or cross-examine witnesses in court under the Sixth Amendment. Such cross-examinations are meant to take place in person. If not, a violation of the constitutional rights exists. A recent U.S....
Being charged with a criminal offense is stressful and scary, especially if it is as serious as manslaughter. However, it doesn't mean that you can't fight the charges and get a desirable outcome. If you have been accused of manslaughter, it is important to understand...
Many states recognize legal separation as a way to allow married individuals to live apart but retain their married status. Doing so provides a number of benefits, including allowing the parties to share health insurance benefits. However, Texas does not recognize...
Many Texans have 401(k) plans or other employer-sponsored retirement plans through their jobs. When they want to get divorced, they will have to determine how their 401(k), 457(b), pension, 403(b), or defined benefit plans will be divided. While a spouse might have...
Texas medical practitioners who are going through a divorce have a lot more to think about than the average couple. In addition to figuring out how personal assets like the house, savings accounts and retirement accounts will be split, practitioners must worry about...
Under the United States Constitution, the police usually must obtain a warrant to complete a legal search of your private property. This rule is in place to protect your right to privacy and against unreasonable searches. However, it is important to be aware of when...
Receiving a traffic ticket results in more than an unexpected and inconvenient delay. Tickets come with fines and marks against a driving record. Texas residents might find their insurance premiums go up. Others could risk losing driving privileges after incurring too...
The way that parents interact can have a significant impact on children. It is helpful for divorcing parents to be mindful of this as they navigate their divorce and child custody concerns. The impact of feuding parents on children Children who have parents who fight...
Many issues will be up for dispute during a Texas divorce. Some are more contentious than others. Those involving children can be the most challenging. People tend to focus on their goals in the case, and when child custody is a concern, it is easy to forget that the...
