Many people 50 and older may not appreciate the term "gray divorce." However, it's widely used since the finding that the divorce rate doubled for people in that age group between 1990 and 2010.People who are past middle age often must consider different issues when...
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Ex-wife of oil billionaire may appeal alimony decision
A nearly $1 billion divorce settlement sounds like a win to most people. However, when you're talking about oil money, it's a different story. That's why Sue Ann Hamm is reportedly considering appealing the ruling that ordered her now-former husband, oil billionaire...
Fallout from leaked tape impacting actor’s ability to pay support
The fallout from the release of an audiotape in which actor Stephen Collins allegedly admits to sexually molesting underage girls has harmed the former "7th Heaven" star's career so much that he is no longer able to afford his spousal support payments. That's what the...
How do you get a Texas prenup that stands up in court?
A prenuptial agreement can be a vital tool in protecting your personal assets, your business and your future financial well-being if you and your spouse divorce. However, not all prenups are created equal.If not properly drawn up, some very important provisions, if...
Texas woman seeking child support from Beyonce’s father
Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyonce, has reportedly been fathering a new generation of potential music stars. Knowles, who is already paying support for a young child he fathered in 2010, is now facing a paternity suit in Houston over another child born to a...
Texas divorce agreements may require enforcement or modification
Unless you have no child custody or spousal/child support agreements as part of your divorce and you and your spouse divide up your things and go your separate ways, you will likely need some additional legal assistance down the road regarding the terms of your...
Allged Texas common-law marriage could prove costly to music star
When Texas couples break up, they likely disagree over a number of issues. However, whether or not they were married isn't usually one of them. For music star Amethyst Amelia Kelly, known to millions of music fans as Iggy Azalea, it is.The Australian rapper is...
Texas same-sex marriage case expedited for pregnant couple
The recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court not to hear the pending gay marriage cases in six federal appeals courts throughout the country has literally changed the map when it comes to the legality of same-sex marriage in this country. According to the...
Texas girl taken by mother to Mexico located after 12 years
The story of a girl who has been located in Mexico 12 years after she was allegedly kidnapped by her mother, who lived in Austin, has made national headlines. The girl has been returned by rescuers who found her on Oct. 1.The woman's ex-husband, the girl's father,...
No 2 Texas parenting plans are alike
Just as no two divorces are alike, neither are any two-child custody arrangements. There is no cookie-cutter parenting plan. They are as unique as each family is.That's why our firm helps our clients work towards a custody or visitation agreement that is best for the...