When a married couple gets a divorce in Texas, their community property acquired during marriage is split 50-50. Though the same rule does not apply to child custody, it is generally a good idea for parents to share custody and to work together with each other to...
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Do you have the right to a wrongful death claim after a crash?
Motor vehicle travel remains a leading cause of injury and death across the United States. Crashes claimed the lives of roughly 10 people across the state of Texas every day, according to data from 2018. If you have recently lost a loved one in a crash caused by...
How older adults can negotiate property division in divorce
Some older adults in Texas might be considering divorce and wondering how this would affect their financial situation if they are already retired or close to retirement. The first step might be for them to make a list of all their assets and debts. To get a full...
How to approach your intended spouse about a prenup (without killing your romance)
You’re excited about your upcoming nuptials -- but you’re also concerned about the future. What happens if the romance dies quickly after the wedding? What happens if you and your spouse uncover some deep incompatibilities after you’re married? Despite your happiness,...
Credit must be protected in a divorce
A divorced spouse in Texas may find that their credit score has dropped by 50 points or more. However, there's no separate credit grading category for divorcees that causes this to happen. This change in creditworthiness is usually created by the apportionment of debt...
Small towns have lower divorce rates
People often try to apply a standard divorce rate to all Americans. For instance, you may have heard the oft-cited (and inaccurate) claim that 50% of marriages end in divorce. There are a lot of problems with thinking of it this way. The truth is that different...
Jeep clubs rally after man dies in accident
A man who was well-known in the Texas Jeep community passed away in a recent car accident that also seriously injured his teenage daughter. To honor him even with social distancing guidelines in place, local Jeep clubs all showed their support with a drive-by...
Motivations for a collaborative divorce
Lawyers are trained to solve problems while finding solutions that meet the best interests of their clients. However, an attorney experienced in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) also looks for opportunities for healing and growth along the way. While many...
Tips for a successful summer child custody arrangement
When you divorced, you and your ex decided it was best if the children lived with you throughout the school year and spent a few months in the summer in your co-parent’s home. It made sense at the time, given both of your work schedules, the great school the kids...
Mediation: The right answer for many divorcing couples
It’s a common misconception that litigation is the only way to dissolve a marriage. Most divorcing couples find that mediation is the best approach, as it allows them to maintain control over the process while avoiding the tension that’s typically associated with a...