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Criminal defense, personal injury, wrongful death, and family law, explained by the attorneys at Varghese Summersett.
An uncontested divorce in Texas is a divorce where both spouses agree on all major issues, including property division, child custody, and support. This type of divorce typically costs less,…
Can chest pain after a car wreck in Texas be serious? Yes. While chest pain sometimes results from minor bruising or muscle strain, it can also signal life-threatening conditions such…
Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas, Nos. PD-0581-22 & PD-0582-22 (July 2, 2026) On July 2, 2026, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals answered a question that has quietly shadowed…
Introduction to Mediated Settlement Agreements In the realm of Texas family law, a Mediated Settlement Agreement (MSA) is a powerful tool for resolving disputes outside of the courtroom. An MSA…
Texas recognizes two types of divorce: fault-based and no-fault. A no-fault divorce under Texas Family Code § 6.001 requires only that the marriage has become “insupportable” due to conflict, with…
Failing to pay child support in Texas can lead to jail time, wage garnishment, license suspensions, passport revocation, and other serious consequences. Texas courts have broad enforcement powers under the…
Pregnancy and divorce are not words that are frequently used in the same sentence. But it does happen and, when it does, there are generally a lot of questions that…
If your spouse has become emotionally distant, overly critical, secretive about finances, or suddenly focused on their appearance, these could be warning signs they’re considering divorce. Recognizing these red flags…
A guardian ad litem (guardian ad litem) is a court-appointed advocate whose only job is to represent what is best for your child — not either parent. In Texas divorce…