Is It Illegal to Record a Conversation in Texas? | One Party Consent
In Texas, it is not illegal to record a conversation if you are one of the parties on the call. Texas is a one-party consent state, which means you can…
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Federal Investigation: When to Hire a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
Understanding Federal Investigations The federal criminal court system is an intimidating place. Federal investigators have big budgets and can take their time investigating and bringing charges. By the time federal…
Texas Traffic Stop: What if You Have Drugs, Guns or Alcohol?
Getting pulled over by police is nerve-wracking under any circumstance, but what happens if you get stopped and you have marijuana, a gun, or an open container of alcohol in…
Do I Need a Divorce for Common Law Marriage in Texas?
Texas recognizes common law marriage, which means you will need a divorce to legally dissolve the union. That’s the only way to ensure that your interests are protected and to…
Marital Property Agreements in Texas
Martial Property Agreements in Texas A marital property agreement in Texas, also known as a prenuptial (before marriage) or postnuptial (after marriage) agreement, is a legal document that specifies how…
What is a SAPCR in Texas? Suit Affecting Parent Child Relationship
What is a SAPCR in Texas? In Texas family courts, you will often hear attorneys refer to a SAPCR (pronounced “Sap-sir), which is an acronym for a Suit Affecting the…
Protecting Your Professional Practice In Divorce
Many couples who marry never consider the impact a divorce may have on either spouse’s professional practice; after all, no one expects they will divorce at some point in the…
Grounds for Divorce in Texas
Texas is a “no-fault divorce state,” which means one spouse does not have to show the other did anything wrong in order to get a divorce. However, the Texas Family…
Domestic Violence and Divorce: How it Can Impact Your Case in Texas
In Texas, more than 170 victims of family violence seek help every day. If you or your child is among them, you may be contemplating how to get out of…