Dallas Law Blog
What happens to the family business in divorce?
Small business owners usually rely heavily on their family members to support them as they build the company. For a person who’s married, this means that their spouse is going to have to provide them with considerable help throughout the process. This often leads to...
When can a criminal act lead to a civil lawsuit?
Civil or financial responsibility for injuries another person suffers and property damage someone incurs can fall to an individual for a number of reasons. Negligence or default are common reasons for people to bring personal injury or even wrongful death claims...
Estate planning helps you protect your vulnerable family members
Being a family often means having people depend on you for most, if not all, of their daily needs. If you are a parent, your children rely on you to provide them with food, shelter and guidance. If you are a spouse, your partner might rely on your income because they...
Driving drunk? Know what to do if an officer stops you
Did you know that one person is hurt or killed in a crash around every 20 minutes in Texas? You know that drinking and driving is dangerous, but if you’ve gotten behind the wheel while drunk, you are fortunate that you haven’t become part of that statistic or caused...
The importance of routine for children after divorce
Kids thrive on routine. While too much routine can become dull, a little goes a long way, especially if your parents have recently divorced. These are some of the benefits of keeping to a routine: Gives security and reduces stress: When so much in a child's life is...
Using a trust is a good way to protect an inheritance
As you’ve gotten older, you’ve realized how much you want to leave an inheritance behind for your children. You’ve also realized that they aren’t as cautious with money or your assets as you’d like them to be. You don’t want to see all you’ve worked for spent, sold or...
7 reasons you can file for divorce in Texas
“You know, honey, we’ve been married 52 years now, and I love you like the day I first met you, but I thought I might like to try being single. I’ve heard it can be a lot of fun.” You almost choked on your false teeth when Rose told you she wanted a divorce....
Breath tests may not be as accurate as you believe
In the United States, one of the most common things people do when accused of drinking and driving is completing a Breathalyzer test. This test takes a breath sample to calculate how much alcohol is in the person’s blood. The problem with this test is that it is not...
When can you legally use force to defend yourself in Texas?
As a general rule, physical violence and threats of violence violate the law. Police in Texas arrest people for threats of violence, which can result in assault charges. They also arrest those who cause provable physical harm to others, possibly charging the accused...
Where do the children live during divorce?
The goal of your divorce is to determine where your children will live when all is said and done. You have to agree on a child custody plan or have the court give you one. However, divorce can take months. You have a lot more to sort out, such as dividing assets,...
