Perhaps you married your high school sweetheart, and both of you were too young to understand the impact of your decision. Maybe you took a casual relationship too far on a whim. Or perhaps you and your spouse simply woke up one morning, took a long look at each...
Child custody laws can be incredibly complex to sift through on your own and become even more confusing when laws vary between states. But because of how important this decision is, you deserve to understand all your options. To help you make the best choices for you...
When someone dies in Texas, those left behind need a legal way to distribute that person’s assets and resolve their debts. That procedure is known as probate. The probate process in Texas is fairly straightforward and helps heirs and survivors follow their loved one’s...
Families can be rambunctious, and squabbles are common. Usually, parents and their adult children, or adult siblings, can work things out. Sometimes, disagreements can escalate and end up in court. The different types of legal family disputes raise issues that require...
A contract exists when on or the other party has made an offer, the offer has been accepted, and the parties agree on the terms (a “meeting of the minds”). There must be mutual consent to the contract, appropriate “consideration” (usually expressed as the amount of...
No matter the size, almost all businesses will need to contact a business lawyer at some point. Unfortunately, many business owners only call after an issue has occurred, not knowing that seeking help early can prevent problems in the first place. While this doesn’t...
Many couples want to keep things civil when their marriage ends. There are two common methods of reaching a divorce agreement that doesn’t involve adversarial proceedings in front of a judge. When choosing collaborative divorce vs. mediation, which is right for you...
Even amicable divorces are hard on everyone involved, especially the kids. Acrimonious divorces that make child custody the focus of all the former spouses’ conflict just make things worse for the children. Although each of you may want to eradicate the other from...
When debts keep piling on and you or your business just can’t keep up, declaring bankruptcy may be the best option. While it’s upsetting, stressful, and for many people, embarrassing, a guide to the different types of bankruptcy can help you understand the process and...
Life can be unpredictable, but death is a reality none can avoid. Ensuring your affairs are in order so that your family has a guide to your wishes gives you peace of mind. This is because you know you’ve provided instructions for distributing your assets and who is...
