Domestic violence affects families across all communities, age groups, socioeconomic groups, races and cultures, and beyond. The stigma associated with domestic abuse is so significant that far too many victims fail to report the issue, which puts them in even greater...
In Texas, sole custody really does not exist unless your co-parent has passed away or has their parental rights terminated. The concept of “assigning” a child to one parent or the other is a bit outdated. In fact, some states use a system that allocates parental...
Husbands and wives have equal rights and responsibilities in Texas divorces. Yes, it was historically common for the mother to be awarded child custody or to be the one receiving alimony, but those trends do not have any bearing on the way the law is applied to men...
If you have children, you’re likely concerned about their wellbeing throughout your divorce process. One common question people ask is whether or not they have to share custody with their spouse. As with many questions surrounding a divorce, there is no easy answer...
If your current child custody arrangement is not working for you and/or your child, the stress can really add up. In Sugar Land, Texas, for example, even if the parents agree on a custody arrangement or modification on their own, the court still needs to review and...
When you are going through a divorce, and a child is involved, the process is different because there are additional procedures that are required under Texas law. Below, we’ll consider how courts in Texas make custody decisions to help you be better informed about the...
