Parental alienation is a distressing behavior that can occur during divorce. It refers to a situation in which one spouse tries to turn their children against the other parent. If you find yourself facing this challenge, it is important to know what proactive steps...
In Texas, the treatment of inherited property in a divorce can be complex. While inheritances are generally separate property, there are situations where they can become marital assets. This means both spouses, not just one, may have a claim to the property and that...
People get married for reasons such as love and companionship, legal and financial benefits, stability and security and shared values and goals. The reasons for divorce can vary quite a bit, too. Understanding five common reasons for divorce can help people better...
In the age of social media, our lives are increasingly intertwined with our online presence. While platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter have connected us in unprecedented ways, they can also play a significant role in the complexities of divorce. As a...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Texas has one of the lowest divorce rates in the country. However, 1.4 per 1,000 Texans still get divorced each year. Some of these divorces include an extensive amount of assets, making them so-called...
Going through a divorce is often challenging and emotionally charged, even more so if you need a protection order against your spouse. A protection order, also known as a restraining order, is a court decree that restricts an individual from carrying out certain...
As divorcing parents, you are dealing with many emotions and so are your children. Helping your children understand and adapt to the breakup of the family structure is difficult, but there are ways to make it easier for everyone. Litigation issues Children know when...
Whether you hope to take your children to Mexico to visit family, travel with them to foreign countries or need to get across the border for custody-related purposes, you need a U.S. passport. In many cases, debt does not affect your ability to get a passport....
When your Texas marriage comes to an end and your ex was the primary breadwinner, you may worry about whether you might be able to maintain a similar quality of life after your split to the one you do now. If you do not think it is feasible to maintain your standard...
If you recently ended your marriage or currently find yourself in the middle of a divorce, it is important to understand how various divorce issues could affect you. For example, if you have kids, you might have to pay child support. If you have never paid child...