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Does community property mean a 50/50 split of assets?

Does community property mean a 50 50 split of assets

Many married adults in Texas are not familiar with state’s divorce laws. Cursory research when initially preparing for divorce often leads to people jumping to conclusions that are quite inaccurate. Texas is one of the few states in the country that has a community property approach to the division of marital assets when couples divorce. […]

Safety concerns related to self-driving vehicles

Safety concerns related to self-driving vehicles

Self-driving cars, also known as autonomous vehicles, have garnered significant attention in recent years. While self-driving cars offer numerous benefits, such as increased road safety, fuel efficiency and reduced traffic congestion, there are also dangers associated with their use. Understanding a bit about the safety challenges associated with self-driving vehicles can help people in the […]

2 probate obligations that take precedence over beneficiaries

2 probate obligations that take precedence over beneficiaries

Probate administration can be a lengthy process. Depending on the total value of the assets that make up someone’s estate, Texas probate court oversight may be required at every stage of the process. It may take a year or longer to fully resolve someone’s obligations and distribute their property to their beneficiaries. Family members and […]

How do negligence and fault work in a Texas car wreck?

How do negligence and fault work in a Texas car wreck

Car wrecks happen very fast, and not everybody walks away with a crystal-clear recollection of events. That can make it difficult to determine who is responsible for the crash – and the damages. What happens when there are multiple vehicles involved in a crash and more than one driver made a mistake? What happens when […]

What To Do About Rover? Deciding What To Do With The Family Pet During A Separation Or Divorce.

What To Do About Rover? Deciding What To Do With The Family Pet During A Separation Or Divorce

Many pet owners wonder what will become of the family pet during the divorce process. When it comes to ‘furry members’ of the family, many people believe that the pet’s “custody” is handled by the court in a similar way as child custody. In the State of Texas (and many other states), this is usually […]