There are usually three main reasons that many formerly married couples in Texas say they decided to call it quits. These may include the impression that they had no more excitement in their relationship, there were financial problems or they were unable to resolve...
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New study reveals surprising results about men and divorce
Texas readers may have heard the results of a new study which showed that when husbands are not able to be the primary earner of the family unit, there's a greater chance they will get divorced. The study on this facet of divorce was performed by Harvard...
Intellectual property rights in a Texas divorce
Intellectual property does not factor in to the question of how property is divided in most Texas divorces. But when one or both spouses are involved as inventors, executives, investors, shareholders or owners in a business in which valuable interests are embodied in...
Important records to keep for alimony in a divorce
Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another while a divorce or legal separation is pending or after it is finalized in Texas. However, determining if an individual is entitled to it can be challenging. While...
Divorce news: New proposal may change how retired pay is divided
As some Texas residents may know, the U.S. Congress is currently in the process of deciding how much former spouses of those in the military would be awarded in the event of divorce. If the legislation passes, a smaller share of the military personnel's monthly...
Protecting financial interests in a divorce
Financial issues are a common stress point in marriage and one of the main reasons that couples choose to end their marriage. These issues can carry over into divorce, and it is no secret that resolving money-related disputes can complicate and lengthen the process....
Divorce news: law enables couple to live separately in same house
When married couples in Texas consider the weighty prospect of getting a divorce, many do not do so lightly. Whether discussing the prospect of divorce for weeks, months or years, talks between the two often take a long time, as both know that the results of the...
Start now to resolve back-to-school disagreements with your ex
When you have children, summers can fly by. Before you know it, it is time to shop for school supplies and clothes as back-to-school time looms. This should be a time of excitement for the next steps in your kids' lives, but when you are divorced, school might bring...
Divorce as the path to a stronger, better future
When a marriage is over, Texas couples may find it difficult to move forward with the appropriate legal steps to dissolve the relationship. This is often because of fears, financial concerns or a desire to avoid legal complications. While it is normal to have fears,...
Recent studies shake up gender stereotypes with divorce
When it comes to marriage, many Americans -- and perhaps Texas readers -- have a notion in their minds that marriage is the end-all be-all for women. Some women even joke that they went to college to get their "Mrs." degree. So, when a couple goes through a divorce,...