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Social Media and Divorce: How Facebook Is Changing Your Relationship Status

By Brian K. Tackett Social Media and Divorce Social media has certainly revolutionized the way we live our lives—from reconnecting with old friends and organizing events to influencing dating or marital breakdowns and divorce. That’s right; the addictive and secretive nature of social media has shot up as a leading cause for divorce. While privacy settings Read More

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Probate Questions in Texas

   By Byron R. Berry 1. How do I get started? Find the Last Will and Testament of the deceased.  If you have made an exhaustive search and cannot find the Will, a copy will do.  Take the document to your attorney, assuming your attorney does probate work, and decide if a probate proceeding is Read More

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Bankruptcy Exemptions

By Byron R. Berry One question that often comes up in connection with bankruptcy is “What will I get to keep?” The answer, surprisingly often, is “Everything.” But we need to look in more detail at “property exemptions” to see whether this answer likely applies to you. Most of these exemptions are by dollar amount. Read More

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Family Violence in Divorce Cases – What Are the Risks and Consequences?

This article will review: What is family violence How it impacts spousal maintenance How it impacts custody Family violence can be the basis of fault in a divorce Family violence can cause unequal division of the estate Who can apply for protective orders Family Violence Generally First, what is family violence? Family violence is an Read More

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How Adultery Affects Divorce

Cheating is devastating for a family, creating deep mistrust and making co-parenting very difficult, but the realities of the judicial system and the often lengthy divorce process have a way of minimizing the importance of infidelity.  While no court will condone adultery, one must remember that your district court judge in Texas may have just Read More

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How Do Criminal Attorneys Protect Clients?

For individuals who committed a crime, a long list of repercussions is likely to ensue that can dampen his or her reputation and future. Criminal charges can carry serious consequences including: Heavy fines License suspension Jail time When a person is arrested for a crime and faces criminal charges, it is imperative for him or Read More

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Introduction to The Clean Water Act

This article is intended to provide a brief overview of a newly proposed EPA rule designed to clarify federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act.  First, a brief history.  The law commonly known as the Clean Water Act was passed by Congress in 1972.  The Act and its subsequent amendments prohibit discharges of pollutants, dredged, Read More

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Filing for Divorce

So you want a divorce. But how does one even go about starting divorce proceedings? Who initiates it? How do you file for a divorce? The purpose of this article is to discuss most basic documents that are filed in a divorce case.  These documents are often referred to as pleadings.  In the vast majority Read More

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Forming a Business

When starting a for-profit business or charitable organization, the first legal decision you will make, whether you know it or not, will be your Choice of Entity Formation. The Entity you create will fall under certain laws and regulations at the State and Federal levels that will impact nearly every decision your Organization makes going Read More

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Plan for the Future with An Estate Attorney

To many, estate planning is an overwhelming responsibility. While it may be tempting to procrastinate drafting a will, neglecting to do so can be devastating to your loved ones. Grieving family members are burdened with stress and confusion when there is no legal document laying out the desired outcome of your estate. The process, however, Read More

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