Divorce can be an emotional endeavor. And given the psychological and financial ramifications involved, it can quickly become highly contentious. If you tend to avoid confrontation, then these tense moments might drive you towards quick resolution, but doing so could...
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What are the penalties for a first-time DWI in Texas?
It is surprisingly easy to wind up accused of DWI. Many people do not realize that their blood alcohol content is well over the 0.08% legal limit because, physically, they feel fine. Furthermore, many people might not realize that Texas authorities can file DWI...
Child custody dispute and favorable resolutions
As a parent, you always want what is best for your child. This might feel like a simple and automatic action; however, when a divorce is looming, this can feel like a complex and difficult task. A child custody dispute can be a taxing and lengthy legal matter to...
How to act if you are arrested
Being stopped by the police is often a confusing and scary experience and being arrested is usually even worse. Police need reasonable suspicion to stop you and probable cause to arrest you. This means they must have reason to believe that a crime was committed, is...
If DFPS shows up at my house, do I have to let them in?
Being a parent is complicated, hard and it can be scary. This is especially true if the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services comes knocking. One common question is whether parents are obligated to allow DFPS into their homes. Understanding DFPS’s role...
What does a disorderly conduct charge mean to a minor?
If you are a minor in Texas facing a disorderly conduct charge, or the parent of one, it is crucial to understand the implications and potential consequences. Disorderly conduct encompasses a range of behaviors that can disrupt public peace or offend others in public...
Protecting your parental rights when CPS intervenes
As a parent, when anything even slightly wrong involves your children, you are likely amassed with a wide range of emotions. Thus, when your parenting, the parenting of the other parent or the safety of your child are called into question, it can quickly turn into an...
5 ways to address reliability of the prosecution’s witnesses
When you’re charged with a criminal offense, the prosecution is probably hinging a lot of its case on the strength of witness testimony. Someone may claim they saw you commit the act in question, or a witness might provide testimony demonstrating that you possessed...
Can I take my kid to Disney World without my ex’s consent?
It is that time of year again when we are constantly seeing advertisements for Disney World, and when they have a lot of sales on tickets, gift cards, etc. And, for parents, there is a strong desire to go, but for those that are co-parenting, do you need to get the...
Spousal maintenance in Texas
While many couples rely on income from both spouses to support their families financially, some couples choose to primarily rely on one spouse’s income. However, if the couple chooses to get a divorce, the higher-earning spouse may have an easier time maintaining the...