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Denied Child Visitation by Your Ex? Here’s What To Do.

Nov 17, 2022 Family

Denied Child Visitation by Your Ex? Here’s What To Do.

If your ex has denied you child visitation, you probably feel angry, frustrated, and helpless. What was supposed to be...

Child Support Arrears | Back Child Support in Texas

Nov 16, 2022 Family

Child Support Arrears | Back Child Support in Texas

Back Child Support in Texas Raising children costs money, and both parents must share financial responsibility. That responsibility remains even...

How to Change Your Name in Texas

Nov 16, 2022 Family

How to Change Your Name in Texas

Want to change your name or the name of your child? In this post, our family law attorneys explore the...

Difference between choking and strangulation [PC 22.01]

Nov 6, 2022 Dallas

Difference between choking and strangulation [PC 22.01]

What is the difference between choking and strangulation in Texas? The Texas Penal Code Section 22.01 defines assault by choking as...

Getting Divorced from a Narcissist | Narcissist Quiz

Nov 1, 2022 Family

Getting Divorced from a Narcissist | Narcissist Quiz

Getting Divorced from a Narcissist | Fort Worth Divorce Lawyer breaks down what it means to get a divorce from...

Is Selling Fake Drugs Illegal In Texas?

Oct 31, 2022 Latest News

Is Selling Fake Drugs Illegal In Texas?

What Texas law makes selling fake drugs a crime? Under Chapter 482.002 of the Texas Health and Safety Code , a...

What is Capital Murder?

Oct 24, 2022 Criminal

What is Capital Murder?

What is Capital Murder in Texas? Capital murder is the most serious criminal charge in Texas. It’s murder committed under...

Child Support in Texas: What Happens When The Unexpected Happens?

Oct 14, 2022 Family

Child Support in Texas: What Happens When The Unexpected Happens?

Child support in Texas can be confusing and controversial on a typical day – so what happens when the unexpected...

Texas Prison Divorce: Can You Divorce an Incarcerated Spouse?

Oct 6, 2022 Family

Texas Prison Divorce: Can You Divorce an Incarcerated Spouse?

Incarceration can strain a marriage, especially if someone is behind bars for months or even years. So it’s not a...

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