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Incarceration can strain a marriage, especially if someone is behind bars for months or even years. So it’s not a surprise when couples decide to throw in the towel and…
Hopefully, during divorce or child custody cases in Texas, both parents have their children’s best interests at heart. But sometimes, when there are bitter disagreements, the child is at risk…
A protective order is a court order issued to stop continuing acts of family violence, human trafficking, or stalking. Family Violence Under the Family Code, family violence includes: An act…
What are Temporary Orders in a Divorce? Temporary orders are a type of legal protection that can help decide family and property-related matters while a divorce is being finalized. Temporary…
Check back regularly for updates on the murder trial of ex-Fort Worth Police Officer Aaron Dean, who is accused of fatally shooting Atatiana Jefferson. On Oct. 12, 2019, Jefferson’s neighbor…
Telling your spouse you want a divorce is not easy. Delivering hurtful news never is. It’s important to approach the conversation with a clear head and an open heart, even…
Court Ruling: Are Eight-Liners Legal? The Second Court of Appeals in Fort Worth addressed the issue of eight-liners in Texas. The issue was whether the eight-liner gambling machines are unconstitutional…
Have You Ever Wondered if the Following are Legal? Can you drink in a car if you are not driving? Can you drink in a limo? Can you take a…
What Does the Law Say about Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas? An Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student is a crime under Texas law, regardless of the…
