Attorney Ty Stimpson, a partner at Varghese Summersett, has been recognized as one of Fort Worth Inc.’s 40 Under 40—a prestigious award honoring the city’s brightest and most promising leaders under age 40. Stimpson and the other honorees were celebrated on Thursday, Feb. 13, during a banquet at River Ranch Stockyards. He is also featured in […]
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Divorce can bring out the worst in people — anger, angst, anxiety — all before even stepping into a public courtroom. But what if there was a less traumatic way to end a marriage? Collaborative divorce offers an alternative to traditional litigation, where both parties work with their respective attorneys and other professionals to reach
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Divorce with Dignity in Texas Divorce can be emotionally and financially draining, but it doesn’t have to be a battlefield. Collaborative divorce offers a structured, private, and solution-oriented process for couples who want to part ways without unnecessary conflict. Unlike a traditional litigated divorce, collaborative divorce focuses on cooperation, preserving dignity, and keeping the control
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What is a Civil Statute of Limitation in a Texas Civil Case? The statute of limitations is essentially a deadline for filing a lawsuit. The purpose of these statutes is to ensure that legal actions are initiated while evidence is still fresh and available. In Texas, as in other states, the length of this period
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On February 3, 2025, a Tarrant County jury acquitted a Fort Worth man accused of murder in the fatal stabbing of his friend, finding he acted in self-defense. Jurors in Judge Lee Gabriel’s court deliberated less than three hours before clearing Juan Ramos Escamilla of all charges related to the death of his friend, Augustine
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If you are in the process of divorce, you may be surprised to learn that the law requires you to turn over voluminous information to your spouse and his or her attorney. This includes financial records, property documents, child insurance information, the list goes on. The good news is that the law works both ways,
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Case Dismissed… When you’ve been charged with a crime and your freedom and livelihood are on the line, there’s nothing better than hearing the words, “Case Dismissed.” Getting criminal charges dismissed before trial is definitely a best-case scenario for a defendant, but is it really the end of your legal issues? Here’s a look at
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There was a record number of Houston traffic deaths last year, solidifying the city’s reputation as one of the most dangerous places in the nation for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. According to a recent article in the Houston Chronicle , 345 people died on city streets in 2024 – an alarming 15 percent increase from
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Overview of the Elena Rios Memorial Scholarship Amount: $1000 Deadline: June 1, 2025 On February 16, 2024, Elena Rios, a mother of four and grandmother of 13, was tragically killed in a forklift accident at a north Fort Worth Walmart distribution center. Elena was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and active member of the
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