We recently discussed how Texas is using a new method for collecting back child support. Until the arrears are covered, the person can't get his or her registration for a vehicle. While this might seem extreme, it is imperative that parents pay their obligations for...
States have used various methods to incentivize parents who don't make their child support payments on time and/or in full to meet their responsibilities. Here in Texas, a program was introduced last September that denies people who are at least six months behind on...
Having an idea that your marriage is ending is something that is often very difficult to deal with. Before you make the decision to file for divorce or before you answer a petition for divorce, you should understand exactly what a divorce can do and what it can't...
Before you get married, you have a lot of things to think about. One of these things is how you are going to protect yourself and your assets just in case the marriage doesn't work out. While that might not be one of the most pleasant things to imagine, it is vital...
We recently discussed divorce mediation and how it is useful when you are ending your marriage. This is an option that you need to prepare for since you have a say in the decisions that impact your life. We know that you might have some questions about the process,...
Going through a divorce isn't an easy journey. You will have a lot of decisions to make. Each one has the chance to greatly impact your future. Many divorces these days are resolved through mediation. If you and your ex are trying to work things out in this manner,...
Going through a divorce is tough on everyone. Your soon-to-be-ex is mourning the end of the relationship. You're dealing with a wide range of emotions. And, if you've got children, they're probably feeling the effects of the split as hard as anyone. There's no two...
As we discussed last week, child custody cases often have very specific considerations that must be addressed. Summer vacation and holidays are some of the points that you have to think about when you are going through a child custody case. Your child's future is at...
When you were planning your wedding and preparing to walk down the isle with your spouse, you probably never imagined that one day you would be divorcing that person. However, divorce is the sad but honest truth that takes most marriages down. While they have a lot in...
When you were planning your wedding and preparing to walk down the isle with your spouse, you probably never imagined that one day you would be divorcing that person. However, divorce is the sad but honest truth that takes most marriages down. While they have a lot in...
