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A will is the starting point of any estate plan. This legal document expresses the final wishes of the testator in terms of how assets should be distributed upon their death. A will can also be utilized to name guardians for minor children. Nonetheless, the...
As reproductive rights and health are increasingly addressed by state lawmakers, courts and voters across the country, there has been widespread reporting that a handful of states, including Texas, don’t allow pregnant women to divorce. In fact, Texas has no law that...
If you die intestate (without a will) in Texas, then the court will distribute your assets according to intestate laws. The problem with this is that your assets may not be distributed according to your preferences. A will allows you to put your final wishes into...
It is perfectly normal for someone facing a divorce to worry about their financial future. Most of their long-term financial plans probably involved the combination of their income and their spouse's income. They know they have to pay for the divorce process and then...
Creating an estate plan is crucial for ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. Unfortunately, many people make mistakes during this process that can lead to complications or unintended negative consequences for their...
Naturally, while doing your estate planning, you’re probably going to focus on your most expensive assets. You may start the plan by determining how you want to divide up your savings, your investments, your marital home and other big ticket items. You can then work...
If you’ve been denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits a few times, you may now be approaching a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). A key player in the hearing is going to be the Vocational Expert (VE) who is hired by the Social...
Becoming a parent is exciting and simultaneously terrifying. Children cannot handle much on their own and depend on their parents for everything from housing and nutrition to health care decisions. Parents generally expect to spend roughly two decades, often...
Spouses preparing for divorce in Texas typically need to address numerous financial matters. They must negotiate a way to divide their marital assets and debts. Spouses either settle their property division matters on their own or go to court to have a judge apply the...
An uncontested divorce can seem like the best option if you're worried about your divorce becoming a source of gossip or affecting your job. But remember, it's not as simple as it sounds on paper. You must meet specific requirements and valid grounds for this type of...