When the topic of divorce comes up, many Texans wonder how alimony may be awarded and how that will affect their ongoing financial stability after the divorce. Alimony, or spousal support, is different than child support because it is paid directly to the former...
As Texas residents may know, divorce has become more common for couples over the age of 50 than it was previously. An article in the New York Times suggested that one reason is that people in this age group are frequently on their second marriage, and statistics show...
Many couples in Texas struggle with their finances. When spouses are not honest with each other about these problems, the result can often be divorce. According to a Kansas State University study, couples that argue over money early in their relationship are more...
When Texas entrepreneurs are heading towards divorce, they may be worried that the divorce could negatively affect their business. In some cases, there are some valid causes for concern, especially if their spouse was involved in the startup of the business or played...
Texas business owners going through a divorce are sometimes surprised to learn that their companies will be treated in much the same way as any other marital asset. Some entrepreneurs believe that forming a corporation will shield them from property division in the...
Marriages fail for a variety of reasons, and every Texas couple that splits up has unique circumstances. Unfortunately, emotions can run high at the end of a marriage, even if the spouses are committed to an amicable breakup. In some cases, what should have been a...
As many Texas residents know, drug testing is used routinely for a variety of reasons, including pre-employment screening or situations where an adult's ability to care for another may be affected by drug use. One problem is the number of false positives for marijuana...
A Texas resident whose marriage is coming to an end may find it worthwhile to hire a family law attorney, regardless of the reason for the breakup. As most people don't understand how courts work, they could forget documents, miss deadlines or fail to take action in...
A divorce is often a very emotional experience for the entire family. However, it's important to try to maintain a clear head through the process so that financial concerns can be addressed rationally. When divorcing spouses in Texas understand how property division...
According to a study by the Council on Contemporary Families, having a baby prior to marriage does not increase the odds of a couple getting a divorce. Researchers gathered data on women in Texas and around the country who had their first child between 1997 and 2010...