There are many situations in which grandparents assume the role of caregivers for their grandchildren whether temporarily or permanently. While in many cases the arrangement might begin informally, for a variety of reasons, grandparents might need to explore the legal...
It's increasingly common for young Texas couples to put off having children until they're more financially stable even after they're married. Perhaps, as a result, many young married couples end up adopting a dog or other pet. When they get divorced, though, there's...
Texas families know the value of estate planning for achieving their final wishes. Estate planning protects your assets and your loved ones’ futures. It also assists you with future needs such as long-term care planning, placement of minors, pets and donations to your...
Anyone charged with a crime in Texas deserves a fair trial. Unfortunately, factors that have nothing to do with actual proof in court can affect the outcome of a criminal defense case. The "CSI effect" of media on criminal justice Streaming services have become a...
Probate generally occurs when a person has passed away and their estate needs to be settled. There is an entire process that takes place before the decedent’s heirs can receive their bequests. This is how probate works in Texas. Filing the application An application...
Thousands of injuries and deaths occur due to incorrectly and recklessly manufactured products. In Texas, injured customers and their family members can file product liability lawsuits against product manufacturers or sellers. They must show proof of professional...
A Texas divorce usually requires spouses to divide everything 50/50. Unfortunately, this also includes debts, so your credit score can be affected during and even after your divorce. How divorce affects credit Even if your spouse was the one who racked up all the debt...
The end of a marriage may result in losing your Texas home, business or other key assets. However, it may also result in a variety of other losses that you may not anticipate prior to filing for divorce. For instance, you may feel as if you've lost your purpose in...
The U.S. Constitution's Fourth Amendment limits the police's ability to legally perform search and seizure activities concerning individuals and their personal property, such as their homes or car. If a police search has violated the law, the judge could toss out the...
When a Texas resident dies, surviving family members might struggle to get their inheritance. Probate could make matters even more challenging. However, you can help your family avoid this process by making use of trusts and other estate-planning options. Create a...
