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While some Texas parents can resolve family law issues through negotiation or mediation, others resort to bitter legal battles. Sometimes one parent will resort to making false allegations against the other parent in an effort to discredit that person and gain child...
It is often suggested that staying in a bad marriage is more traumatic than going through a divorce. Those in Texas who are delaying divorce action because of the high costs typically associated with it may benefit from exploring alternatives to litigation....
Shared parenting is gaining popularity in several states, including here in Texas. While some believe that this manner of parenting after a divorce is in the best interests of the children in most cases, the U.S. Census Bureau reports that shared parenting agreements...
Dividing marital assets in a Texas divorce can be difficult and sometimes it gives rise to high levels of contention. Some individuals will go to any lengths to avoid property division and sharing their assets with their spouses. A 59-year-old woman in another state...
A Texas military mother who was serving our country abroad rushed home to search for her missing 3-year-old daughter. The woman's former husband apparently had temporary child custody of the little girl during the time her mother was in another country. It is reported...
Divorce is rarely easy, but proper preparation may make the process less traumatic. Once a Texas spouse has made up his or her mind to divorce, there may be questions about the type of proceeding to pursue. Divorce options include litigation, arbitration, mediation or...
Texas couples may be interested in a legal battle in another state that underscores the importance of honesty and disclosure prior to marriage. A husband's failure to be honest and forthcoming about his past led to a legal battle about property division in another...
The family court determines the amount of child support a non-custodial parent has to pay. Although circumstances may necessitate child support obligations to be modified, it can only be done with the court's permission. Informal changes can lead to the accrual of...
Although divorce is the last thing anybody would wish to go through, some Texas couples decide to file for divorce as soon as a marital crack appears. With the many aspects that will need negotiation, such as child custody, parenting and visitation plans, and property...
The average age of couples walking down the aisle is said to be increasing. While previous generations typically got married in their early 20s, millennials say "I do" closer to 30 years of age. Also, many same-sex couples who have been together for years can now get...
