In our last post we told the story of a single dad in Texas who did his best to fulfill the role of both a mother and father. While there are countless success stories of single parents who go the extra mile to raise their children, it's far from an easy task, and...
After a divorce, it's easy for a person to ask him or herself, "Why didn't I do this? Why didn't I do that?" Some things seem obvious in hindsight. Many professional athletes in recent years have gone through high-profile divorces that ended in huge payouts. Some of...
If you're a newly divorced parent or about to become one, you may be wondering how you'll fill the day-to-day role of a single mom or dad, particularly if your child's other parent isn't in the picture. After you've been granted child custody, some might tell you that...
In previous posts we've discussed the potentially negative effects of divorce on children and ways to protect them from any conflict you and your spouse experience during the proceedings. Whether or not that conflict directly involves your children, such as a dispute...
Divorce brings change. The process can be emotionally draining, and people often rely on the support of family and friends afterwards. Women in Texas and all around the country often find comfort in "talking it out" with friends.There are several ways to help out a...
With the exception of the most amicable divorces, there's often a temptation for splitting spouses to gain or retain everything they can. Asset and property division are thorny issues, particularly in high net worth divorces. According to the National Endowment for...
Roughly half of all marriages end in divorce, but that doesn't necessarily resign splitting couples to the stereotypical, lengthy, messy scenario that many people fear. In fact, there are plenty of alternatives to typical divorce.Mediation is a process in which both...
Can you imagine your ex spying on you with a teddy bear camera? It sounds ridiculous, but it happens more often than you might think. In fact, spy gadgets such as tiny cameras and recording devices are being used more often by people going through a contentious...
A few months ago we discussed a series of forms developed by the Texas Supreme Court that would allow state residents who can't afford an attorney to file for divorce themselves. While many say the forms provide better access to the legal system for poor Texans,...
Child custody disputes can be emotional enough, but when the two sides decide they don't want to fight fair and instead engage in counter-productive bickering and irrational behavior, the process can become even more stressful. In one child custody case raging in...