People who serve in the military make many sacrifices as part of their service. They leave their homes and families for training and deployment. They put themselves at physical and emotional risk because of their job responsibilities. They also accept employment...
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How to gain financial security in a Texas divorce
Divorce can be a financially challenging experience, particularly for the lower-income spouse. Such spouses can find solace in the fact that the Lone Star State follows community property laws. This means they stand to get a fair portion of the marital assets during...
3 possible ways to address one’s family home during a Texas divorce
Considering how long people often save to afford homeownership, the prospect of losing a home can be a frightening one. Especially if there are children in the family, it is only natural to worry about the ability to afford housing if someone cannot retain the marital...
Mental health and appearance in child custody divorce cases
When it comes to child custody and divorce cases, many factors come into play. One crucial aspect that may not always be obvious is how mental health and appearance can impact the outcome of these cases. Let's explore why these two elements matter so much. Mental...
2 ways your divorce may affect your teenager
Divorce is undoubtedly a significant life event that can profoundly impact teenagers. During this stage of development, adolescents are already navigating a myriad of physical, emotional and social changes. The added stress of divorce can exacerbate these challenges...
3 steps to take when preparing for divorce in Texas
A divorce is a major shift in someone's life. Not only will it change someone's primary relationships, but it will also alter their finances. Most people contemplating divorce try to approach the process cautiously to reduce the degree of personal risk involved. The...
What can a Texas divorce mean for someone’s retirement savings?
Saving for retirement requires long-term planning. People typically make small contributions to a retirement savings account for decades so that they have enough resources set aside for their comfort in their golden years. Many married couples in Texas include...
Do I have to perform DWI field sobriety tests?
Even if you have never gone through a DUI traffic stop before, you probably have driven past one or at least seen one portrayed on TV. The elements are probably familiar: the officer asking questions to the driver, having them blow into a breath test device and asking...
Co-parenting with a narcissist after divorce
Most experts agree that children of divorce do best when both parents stay in their lives. But this is only the case when each parent is physically, mentally and emotionally capable of providing love, safety, appropriate discipline and guidance to the kids -- and...
Criminal expunction vs. nondisclosure: the major differences
When trying to clean up an old arrest or conviction from your criminal record in Texas, you may have two options available: expunction and non-disclosure. These accomplish similar things but work in different ways, and you might only qualify for one of them....