It's no secret that a stressful marriage can wear down its victims through a process of emotional attrition. Indeed, even good marriages take effort. But when the relationship is "difficult" to manage in addition to the stress of juggling responsibilities to jobs,...
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A Texas divorce impacts finances on many levels
When a Texas marriage ends, the parties' expenses will increase while income decreases from two incomes to one. This can naturally have a significant impact on the financial picture of each party after a divorce is finalized. If each is aware of all the financial...
How to divorce-proof your Texas business
When business owners divorce, not only are they facing drastic changes in their personal lives, they are also facing major disruptions in their businesses. The time and energy required to finalize a divorce has a major impact on one's ability to run a company.Not only...
A divorce in Texas can affect the marital home, finances
The family home may be the most valuable asset owned by a married couple. Once a divorce is pending, the fate of that home will impact both parties and also impact the finances of both. Texas residents should be aware of the options for the family home and how those...
Former football player in trouble over child support
Failure to pay court-ordered support for a child can and often does come with serious legal consequences. One former football player is in hot water due to unpaid child support. Texas fans of Clint Session, a former linebacker for the Colts and Jaguars, may already be...
A contentious divorce in Texas requires legal support
The dissolution of a marriage can be a complicated endeavor. Even when both sides really want a divorce, the general process can become contentious. Because of all that is at stake and how the aftermath can impact Texas parents and those seeking to start anew, legal...
Wide number of situations can warrant a paternity suit in Texas
Many cases in the family court system can be emotional and life-changing for all involved. Cases involving paternity can affect the parents, the child and may involve all sorts of situations and scenarios. Texas parents can benefit from knowing what to expect and what...
In Texas, child support guidelines depend on accurate figures
Many parents involved in child support-related legal matters believe that the guideline for child support in Texas is simple; however, the determination of child support may be more complex than it seems. While the current child support guidelines in Texas can give...
Tips for grandparents dealing with alienation from grandchildren
Grandparents can seek custody of grandchildren. As we noted in a post April 8, certain conditions have to apply in order for such action to happen under Texas law. One of the biggest challenges that has to be addressed in mounting such a case is the inherent...
Family law covers many bases; what applies depends on your issue
Family relationships can get very complicated. So can the laws that cover the many issues that may arise. Many in Texas might be surprised at all the bases that the law seeks to cover. Because of the scope of coverage and the consequences of not being compliant with...
