When it comes to divorce, the only way out is through. Divorce is a complicated process, both legally and emotionally. It can be difficult to make the decision to dissolve a marriage and life that you have invested so much in building. That is why it is good to have all the facts before you …
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How Much Is Child Support In Texas?
Child support guidelines and laws in Texas are complex and confusing. If you have children and are in the midst of a divorce, you might be calculating child support payments whether you’re the custodial or the non-custodial parent. In Texas, when we are speaking of child support the person who has primary custody of the …
Can You Be Forced to Pay Back Child Support in Texas?
Whenever a marriage ends in a divorce, it’s never easy for either party. But when there’s a child involved, matters of custody and visitation rights can complicate an already fraught situation. And disagreements over child support obligations can stretch on for months or years. But according to Texas law, both parents have a legal obligation …
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What Is A Custodial Parent?
Divorce forces parting spouses to resolve several crucial personal, financial, and legal matters. For splitting couples with minor children, no issue bears greater importance than the custody and future well-being of said youths. What Does Custodial Parent Mean? In The State of Texas, divorcing parents with minor children can be divided into categories denoted as …
How Long Does a Protective Order Last in Texas?
If you are the victim of domestic violence or believe you are in danger, you might want a protective order. A protective order prevents the subject from coming to your property, contacting you, and following you. It gives you a layer of safety so that you can live your life with confidence and peace of mind. How long does a protective order last? That …
How Do I get Spousal Support in Texas?
Court-ordered alimony or spousal maintenance is a common feature of some Texas divorces. However, getting spousal support in Texas is not easy. Courts do not automatically order alimony in Texas. However, there are some limited circumstances under which a divorced spouse may be granted spousal maintenance for a specific duration recognized under the Texas Family …
What Moms Need To Know About How Child Support Works
The child support process can be confusing for many people in Texas because they may not know what to expect. Understanding the support laws can help people understand what they might expect. Like other states, Texas has statutory support guidelines in place that help judges to determine the appropriate amounts to order. However, under certain …
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Filing For a Protective Order in Texas
Family violence, domestic violence, and sexual assault are, unfortunately, highly prevalent crimes in Texas and around the country. These crimes may include repeated physical abuse, single acts of violence, verbal or emotional abuse, financial abuse, property destruction, rape, or other forms of sexual abuse. One in three women and one in four men in the …