A major aspect of divorce involves the division of property. As Texas is a community property state, marital assets will be divided equally by a Texas judge if the estranged couple do not otherwise agree. However, it is important to determine what category an asset...
An untold number of Americans struggle with alcohol and drug dependency. Many people find themselves seeking treatment in Texas to overcome their addiction issues. While the public may realize substance abuse problems are rampant, they might have misconceptions about...
If you are dependent on marijuana, heroin or any other type of controlled substance, you are encouraged to seek help. Most health insurance providers in Texas and elsewhere will cover some or all of the cost of participating in a rehabilitation program. Review your...
Texas residents understand how easy it is for divorce to take an ugly turn, resulting in hard feelings and an unwillingness for both parties to work together. However, there are other instances when divorced parents come to agreements about the details of their...
According to a study published by the National Parents Organization in 2014, roughly 1/3 of Americans are part of a blended family. While blended families are more prevalent than ever, there are still challenges. This is especially true when one or both parents bring...
Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to the Texas Commission of Education in 2022 asking them to develop strategies for increasing the presence of trained law enforcement agents on school campuses across the state. Working alongside the Texas Education Agency, the...
Each year, divorce is a reality for many married couples in Texas. Sometimes, these adults have children together. However, not all parents find it easy or even possible to get along with each other after a divorce. Fortunately, with a parallel parenting plan,...
If you have been convicted of a crime, it may be harder to find housing in Texas or elsewhere after you are released from jail or prison. This is partially because landlords might not rent their properties to those with criminal records. It is also because you have...
Once you and your partner make the difficult decision to end your marriage, it’s important that you put together a plan that minimizes the impact on your children. Texas parents dealing with a divorce often want to co-parent but struggle to make that a reality....
It can be difficult and sometimes scary for a parent to think about some of teens' daily risks and troubles. But the truth is, teens growing up in Texas are dealing with all kinds of pressures and temptations, and not all are avoiding those dangers. The risks teens...