Paying back debt is a necessary obligation for most couples in Texas. If a couple divorces, it is likely that one or the other will be assigned the responsibility of paying back joint marital debts. It is easy to assume that if you are not assigned a marital debt you...

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Plano police crack alleged auto theft ring
Residents of the Dallas Metroplex are heavily reliant on motor vehicles to travel in and around the area’s complex network of freeways and other major roads. As such, the abundance of motor vehicles makes the area a fertile area for car thieves. The Plano police...
Can I prevent and fight juvenile crimes during summer break?
Summer is a time for fun, but it can also be a time for trouble. Juvenile crime rates tend to spike during the summer months in Texas, especially for offenses like DUI, drug possession, sexual assault, theft and curfew violations. These crimes can have serious...
What happens if you were charged with fraud in Texas?
You may live a good life and have everything that you and your family could possibly want or need. You may have a good job that has lots of benefits and a good salary with which you can support your family so that you can all live comfortably. However, perhaps you had...
Top reasons why you shouldn’t talk to the police
Being under criminal investigation can be the most stressful time in your life. After all, if you’re charged with a criminal offense and subsequently convicted, you could end up facing severe penalties that negatively impact nearly every aspect of your life. In an...
SB 23 increases penalties on the use of guns in felony crimes
Crimes involving weapons are a hot-button issue in Texas. While many want to reduce the number of violent crimes involving firearms, there is disagreement on how this goal can be achieved. One bill working its way through the Texas legislature attempts to address this...
Divorcing a pathological liar
Divorce in Texas is a complex process. There are many requirements that must be followed, and information that must be exchanged between spouses. This requires trust and the ability to communicate. Your divorce can become a nightmare if your spouse is a habitual liar....
Helping you secure child custody when CPS is involved
Like other Texas parents, you are prepared to expect the unexpected. While this typically relates to the actions, interests and needs of the child, it could also mean encountering difficult, emotional and unexpected situations related to child custody during or after...
What are the potential penalties for high breathalyzer results?
People in Texas are aware that it is illegal to drive while they are under the influence of alcohol. They are also probably generally aware that if the police suspect they are under the influence of alcohol they will be asked to take a breathalyzer test to determine...
Can a parent with a mental illness lose their custody rights?
Any child custody decisions must be based on the best interests of the child. Texas courts will consider each parent’s mental health as well as each parent’s ability to safely care for the child when making child custody decisions. Issues may arise when a parent has a...