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Refinancing your mortgage after a divorce
If you are getting divorced, you may simply decide to sell your family home. You and your spouse do need to divide your marital assets. One way to do this is by selling your house and then splitting up the money that you make. However, you may decide that you would...
What are plea deals?
The criminal justice system is overwhelmed, so it can take a considerable amount of time for a defendant to make it to a trial. Plea deals are one way defendants can resolve their cases without going through that lengthy wait. Plea deals aren’t suitable for every...
Why do so many divorces turn turbulent? Three common culprits
The path to divorce rarely resembles a scenic stroll in the country. While bumps are to be expected, some divorce journeys become outright tumultuous and entangled in conflict and emotion. Anticipating potential problems can empower you to address and manage them with...
Informing your kids about the divorce
Talking to your children about divorce can be uncomfortable. How do you tell them that their parents are going their separate ways? And how do you answer the tough questions they may have? Here are two questions that can help you: When should you tell them? There may...
Divorce’s hidden costs
When a person files for divorce, they expect to pay filing fees, lawyer's fees, and other associated expenses with the legal process. However, there are several hidden costs associated with a divorce, and failing to consider these expenses could lead to financial...
New Texas law raises the stakes for drunk driving
Being charged with a DWI or DUI is certainly one of a number of serious consequences people could face if they’re arrested for drunk driving. The effects of such charges on a person’s life shouldn’t be minimized. There could, however, be far worse consequences. If...
How does mistaken identity happen in a burglary case?
A burglary has happened in your neighborhood. The police have a suspect in custody –and it is you. In fact, someone claims they saw you do it. But you were out of town when the said burglary happened! How can you be the suspect? Being accused of a crime that you did...
3 instances when you can modify child custody
If you are a divorced parent, you are likely aware that the custody order establishes who has custodial rights over the children. But did you also know that the order isn’t set in stone? You can modify it if it’s no longer feasible. Suppose your circumstances have...
Co-parents — the holidays are just around the corner
The holiday season, while often joyful and festive, can present unique challenges for co-parenting families. Preparing for cooperative co-parenting during this time can help to better ensure a smooth and enjoyable holiday experience for both parents and children...
What you should know about Texas’ “Organized Retail Theft” law
Most everyone has seen photos and videos of mobs ransacking and stealing large amounts of merchandise from stores of all types and sizes. Whether it’s an upscale designer boutique, a jewelry store or a large home improvement retailer, these groups can and do make off...