Divorce often creates emotional turbulence for all family members involved, especially children. They may struggle to understand the changes in their family dynamics, leading to a variety of behaviors that express their confusion and distress. This article aims to...

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State immigration law enforcement agency closer to reality
The Texas House passed a bill that seeks to establish a state law enforcement agency to enforce immigration laws. If the bill passes the Senate and the governor signs it, the legislation will establish the Border Protection Unit to apprehend, arrest or detain people...
When can you annul your marriage?
While most couples who want to end a marriage choose to divorce, others prefer an annulment. Unlike divorce, an annulment dissolves the marriage as if it never existed in the first place. If you believe that your spouse defrauded or deceived you, you may be able to...
Key protections in the Violence Against Women Act
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) became law in 1994. The US Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice are in charge of this program, which seeks to improve how federal, state, local and tribal governments handle crimes against women....
How can you share the costs of co-parenting?
When designing a co-parenting plan, you may go into it expecting to equally split childcare expenses with your former spouse. Even if you and your former spouse have an amicable relationship, fairly splitting childcare costs can be a challenge. You cannot predict all...
Protecting your children from domestic violence
In domestic violence situations, your partner may make you feel you can do nothing to protect your children. In fact, abusers often use threats against children to control their partners. They may threaten to keep your children from you or refuse to hand them off...
Staying focused in your career while navigating a divorce
A divorce can impact a lot of areas of your life from friendships to finances to your career. Managing your job while navigating the often-complex process of splitting from your spouse requires focus. Knowing how to separate your personal life and professional...
Can immigrants work in the United States?
Working in the United States requires you to have legal clearance. This could look different depending on your immigration status and the type of visa you have. Knowing your rights can help you advocate for fair work experience. Staying educated about immigration laws...
5 social media mistakes to avoid in your Texas divorce
Spending time online is a wildly popular pastime, so there is no surprise that social media may play a role in your divorce. Avoiding these five social media mistakes may benefit your position in your Texas divorce. 1. Speaking negatively about your ex As you feel a...
Is your spouse attempting to hide assets?
Asset hiding is one of the major known issues that may plague a couple during divorce. This is an act of deception where a spouse attempts to actively or passively hide the source or entirety of an asset. How do you know if your spouse is attempting to do this?...