When the Department of Family and Protective Services removes children from their homes, the moves are supposed to be in the best interest of the children. However, the reality is that more problems often await the children due to the number of children in state...
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How qualified retirement plans are settled in a divorce
The conditions of your Texas divorce may force you to consider how any retirement plans can be safely divided. A negotiation is a pivotal tool used in divorce litigation when fairly dividing your assets. Some retirement plans, however, have clauses that give spouses a...
Things to know about military divorce in Texas
All too often, military service puts strains on the families of those who make the choice to serve. From redeployment to the constant change in location, there are numerous ways that military service may factor into the decision to end a marriage. When it does come to...
What is a computer crime in Texas?
You may have heard the phrase "computer crime" before. You may even vaguely know what a computer crime is, but you don't understand what exactly it entails. Criminal law is ever-changing and can get complicated. In this article, we will explore the elements of a...
Penalties for Schedule 1 possession in Texas
Texas enacts stern penalties for controlled substances, such as cocaine, because of the damage they cause. This includes getting caught driving under the influence of a controlled substance even if it is has been prescribed. A person may face several penalties if they...
Don’t let untreated mental health affect your child
Children often find themselves caught up in the middle of divorce. Parents fight over custody and visitation, and sometimes they even try to use their children as pawns to get what they want out of property division. This is tragic and unacceptable. After all, the...
When do child support obligations end in Texas?
When a Texas couple decides to split, they often have to figure out arrangements for their children. One of the more important matters a couple needs to work out is child support. Once child support is determined for the noncustodial parent they may wonder when their...
The elements and consequences of fraud charges
Criminal allegations of all forms are serious. A Texas resident who finds themselves facing accusations of alleged criminal conduct can choose to stand up for their rights and fight their charges. Whether their alleged actions involve violence, theft, or white collar...
Understanding child conservatorship in Texas
When individuals in Texas become parents, they had certain ideas of what it would look like and entail. While life is often not what one expects or plans for, many parents do not imagine doing it alone or separately from the other parent. Unfortunately, some...
Here’s how parental substance abuse can harm your child
Divorce is certainly an emotional endeavor, and there can be a lot at stake. For many Texans, the most important issue facing them during marriage dissolution is child custody and visitation. The outcome of these issues can reshape your relationship with your child,...