Child custody, anywhere in the United States, including in Texas, can be a complicated issue. Former spouses may argue over child custody matters and some may even flee with the child, ignoring court orders in the process. In a recent case, a Texas man, who abducted...
Month: June 2015
A win-win deal in a paternity lawsuit
In Texas, and all across the United States, there are men who are being forced to pay child support for children who are not biologically theirs. And there are men who would welcome the opportunity if it means receiving recognition that they are in fact the father of...
Divorce and property division in Texas
Texas residents may agree that divorce not only breaks hearts but also has financial implications. A divorce involves issues, such as spousal support, asset and debt division and child support, if there are children involved. In a community property region, such as...
What is needed for a child support order modification?
Any divorce, whether it is in Texas or anywhere in the United States, takes a toll on the children. While their parents can at least look forward to a brighter future ahead, the children are often gripped by insecurity. Hence, in the best interest of a child, the...
Why is Texas adopting the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act?
Child support and alimony recipients in Plano County and in the rest of Texas might be aware that Texas has its own set of laws when it comes to family law matters. However, in cases where the person is having a child support or alimony agreement issue in a different...
Divorce-related questions that come up-Part II
Texas residents may agree that divorce can be a complicated situation. In fact, the entire divorce process may take a long time and it can potentially get unpleasant. In an earlier post, it was stated that Texas is a no-fault divorce state. That means that a person...
Legal intervention may be necessary in child support cases
Many Texas residents would agree that divorce matters become more complex when they involve children. Typically, children are slower to come to terms with a divorce because they still want their parents to be together. In the best interest of the children, a Texas...
Child support payments in Texas-Part II
As many Texas residents may agree, children are often the people who are affected the most in a divorce. Although their parents are excited about breaking the matrimonial bond, children often feel helpless and insecure. Children often worry about their future and have...