When you buy a brand new house in a development or hire a construction company to erect your dream home, you expect the finished products to meet your standards. Unfortunately, for a small percentage of prospective owners, there will be a construction defect...
If you die and don’t have an estate plan or will, your assets will have to go into probate. Probate is a somewhat long process during which a judge determines how your assets are going to be handled and divided. When you die without a valid will, your assets will...
The birth of a first grandchild is an exciting time. It's wonderful to see your family expanding and it's great to see your own children getting to experience being parents, just like you did. But it can also make you think. The future holds a lot of unknowns. How...
One issue that many parents run into during divorce is being unsure of how they’re going to control custody of their children. If you have a child who you feel is easily upset by changes in routine or who may not adapt well to changes in your schedule, then it can be...
You have spent a lifetime supporting your children. They have benefited directly from your employment, income and financial decisions. Now you may want to share some of your success with their progeny. Your children may have always been the main beneficiaries of your...
The issues between two former spouses can last long after their divorce is final. In some cases, the feelings and difficulties that remain can begin to affect how the two spouses interact with their children, eventually affecting a co-parenting relationship. There are...
You searched long and hard to find a home that you think you can love for decades to come. You're done living in a starter home, and you're ready to begin having a family. As soon as you move in, however, you realize there might be a problem. You didn't notice when...
Simply because a divorce is final does not mean that the two parents will be free from conflict. In fact, certain situations can open old wounds, and the two parties may find themselves locked in a complex disagreement over what will happen to their child. This is...
Purchasing a home in Texas is an exciting step, and it is a significant legal and financial transaction. It is critical to make sure that you are making a decision that will not have any negative impacts on you and your family going forward. Unfortunately, some buyers...
If you have ever purchased an appliance or even a vehicle that never seems to work right, you know how frustrating it can be. You thought you had made a smart purchase, and the item failed to meet your expectations. You might even take the trouble to return it and ask...