A woman who lived in Plano, Texas, got divorced from her husband and left the state, trying to put him and his legal issues behind her. She moved to Tennessee, got married again, and thought she was done with it. However, the Dallas U.S. attorney's office recently...
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Questions we can answer regarding paternity
When it comes to paternity, it's wise to gather as much information as you possibly can so that you understand the ins and outs of the legal system in Texas. We pride ourselves on our ability to answer the pressing questions that our clients have, helping them...
Social media can play a big role in a divorce case
Did you know that evidence from email or social media sites can be used in court? In the modern day, people are constantly online, posting pictures and interacting with one another. As you go through a divorce, remember that everything you say and do is potential...
Penalties for Texans behind on child support about to get harsher
When a parent is behind on making child support payments, the penalties can impact virtually every aspect of his or her life. States vary on what those penalties are. Texas is considered to have some of the country's harshest.Currently, people can have their driver's...
Pay attention to your gut when considering a prenup
You may have a number of reasons for considering a prenuptial agreement, but your decision may just come down to your gut. You feel like the prenup may be helpful or it may be smart. You know what people say about them -- that they're not romantic and that they can...
Could This Simple Technique Save Your Marriage (And More)?
Marriage can be tough. As time passes, it can seem as though there are more and more conflicts, and fewer and fewer reasons to stay together. Of course, people want their marriages to work. They do not give up without trying to salvage the relationship that once meant...
Texas changes laws on license plates and child support
In an effort to force people to pay their child support, Texas is changing the laws. Now, those who owe money are not going to be able to renew their license plates. It's illegal to drive without a current license plate. Those who don't renew once a year could be...
You both get the kids
When getting divorced, it seems like this is one of the prevailing questions: Who gets the kids? However, it important to remember that courts aren't really trying to answer this question outright. They're not trying to give you or your spouse the kids, one at the...
Why is it important to officially establish paternity?
One of the first questions people have about paternity testing is usually fairly simple: What makes it important? What are the main reasons to get the test done, outside of just giving yourself the peace of mind of knowing for sure who the child's father is? There are...
A sunset clause can test a marriage
Many couples who use sunset clauses in their prenuptial agreements do it because they essentially want to test the marriage out. If it doesn't work and that becomes quickly apparent, they both want to get out of the marriage with all of their assets intact and with as...