A protective order can change your life overnight. It can remove you from your home, restrict contact with your children, limit what you can own, and shape the way a judge sees you in a divorce or custody case. For the person seeking protection, it can be a vital safety tool. For the person accused,…
Many people assume that living together for a certain number of years automatically creates a common law marriage. That is not the law in Texas. Texas recognizes what is commonly called a common law marriage, but Texas statutes generally refer to this type of relationship as an informal marriage or a marriage “without formalities.” Under…
Domestic violence allegations move fast. Within hours of a 911 call in Houston, Texas, an arrest can be made, a protective order can be issued, and your access to your own home or children can be restricted sometimes before you’ve even had a chance to tell your side of the story. That’s why knowing exactly…
Being accused of domestic violence or being the victim of it is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face in San Antonio, Texas. Family relationships, child custody, housing, immigration status, employment, and even firearm rights can hang in the balance the moment a domestic violence allegation enters the picture. Because these cases…