When you imagine getting a DWI, you might think that it can only be a result of illicit drugs or driving while intoxicated. The truth is that any substance that causes impairment could lead to a DWI. Both prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications have the...
Texas Family Law And Criminal Law Blog
Winning visitation or custody of your grandkids may not be out of the question
Texas is one of 40 states that recognizes grandparents' visitation rights. A few different instances may warrant a grandparent petitioning the court to exercise their rights to visitation or custody. You'll want to familiarize yourself with them to see if you qualify....
How to prepare to meet with CPS
As a parent, you hoped never to have to meet with Child Protective Services. All you have ever wanted was to provide a safe, loving home for your children. But now something has led to that meeting, and you’re worried about losing your kids. How can you prepare for...
How CPS can legally kidnap your child
You may have heard the horror stories of children ripped from loving parents by the Texas Child Protective Service (CPS) because of miscommunication, spurious allegations or an unforeseen accident. You never expected it could happen to you, your child or your family...
Why is respect for your co-parent important after a divorce?
Going through a divorce and a child custody dispute is stressful, but it’s important that you never let that stress transfer to your children or the parenting relationship you have with your ex. It’s easy to become consumed by anger, but this is counterproductive....
Understanding the mandatory reporting law in Texas
If someone reported you to Child Protective Services (CPS) for alleged abuse or neglect, it may be easy to assume that they’re trying to hurt you or get back at you for something. However, it’s important to look at who made the report. Under Texas law, people in...
How long does a DWI stay on your record?
When you're convicted of a DWI in Texas, you're not just dealing with the possibility of fines and jail time: You'll also have a mark on your record that could affect your ability to drive, get a job or rent an apartment in the future. Here's how a DWI conviction...
Should you file for divorce in January?
January is informally known as Divorce Month because it’s typically when more couples file divorce than any other time of year. The reasons for this are plentiful, but there’s one that stands out – many of these divorces are filed by parents who want to keep things...
What are plea deals and when may they come into play in a criminal case?
Some estimates suggest that at least 90% of all legal cases in the United States end up with a plea deal. There are various reasons why prosecutors offer this option and why defendants take them up on it. Why prosecutors offer plea deals Legal cases can take a long...
How to prepare your finances for life after divorce
Once you decide to divorce, there is so much on your plate that it’s often difficult to look toward the future. However, if you don’t look down the road, you could make mistakes now that cost you big time in the future. During a divorce, it's essential to look ahead...