What To Expect When a Divorce Goes to Trial in Texas
Many people think divorces in Texas end in big courtroom drama. But in reality, most cases get settled, often through mediation, before they ever reach trial. It’s more often about…
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Terminating Child Support in Texas: When Can I Stop Paying?
Will Child Support Automatically at Age 18? No, child support does not automatically stop when your child turns 18 in Texas. While the standard rule under Texas Family Code Section…
Silent Divorce Dynamics: Together But Apart
What Is a Silent Divorce? A silent divorce occurs when a married couple remains legally wed but has emotionally and physically ended their relationship. They share a home, maintain appearances,…
What is A Guardian Ad Litem in Texas Family Law Cases?
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…
Commingling of Funds in Marriage
What Is Commingling of Funds in Marriage? Commingling occurs when one spouse mixes separate property with community property, making it difficult or impossible to distinguish between the two. In Texas,…
Texas Blue Laws: When Can You Buy Liquor, Wine, Beer…and a Car?
Texas blue laws restrict when you can buy alcohol and cars in the state. Liquor stores are closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Beer and…
Super Bowl Streakers: What is the the Punishment for Streaking
What Happened With the Super Bowl LX Streaker? During the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, a shirtless spectator sprinted onto the field…
What Does the Odor of Alcohol Really Mean in a DWI investigation?
I’ve reviewed thousands of DWI reports in my career. The “odor of alcoholic beverage” appears in nearly every DWI police report in Texas, but it tells officers almost nothing about…
Tarrant County Bonds: A Statistical Analysis of Bonds Set in 2025
If you’ve been arrested in Fort Worth or anywhere in Tarrant County, one of your first questions is likely: How much will my bond be? The answer depends on the…