by Ben Carrasco | Jun 14, 2018 | Alimony
In fact, mothers in many ways have more rights than fathers—at least initially. If you see a custody battle on the horizon, you should understand how a judge determines which parent gets custody and begin building your case as soon as possible. Unmarried Mothers...
by Ben Carrasco | May 19, 2018 | Divorce
These days, it is impossible to find a state that doesn’t offer the option for a no-fault divorce. The last state to pass such legislation was New York in 2010. Texas offers its residents the option of filing either at-fault or no-fault divorces.Nonetheless, when a...
by Ben Carrasco | May 13, 2018 | Divorce
For many couples, pregnancy is the happiest time of the marriage. But for some couples, pregnancy occurs just as the marriage is breaking down. One or both spouses might believe that now is the time to pull the plug on the marriage—regardless of the upcoming birth of...
by Ben Carrasco | Jan 15, 2018 | Child Custody
Is your child capable of deciding with whom he or she wants to live after your divorce? In Texas, the law states that a child who is 12 years old or older can make their opinions and desires known to the judge deciding custody. In fact, the judge is required to take...
by Ben Carrasco | Jan 12, 2018 | Divorce
In many Texas divorce cases, the division of retirement assets is extremely important. Retirement assets and pension benefits can help ensure a more solid future, and it’s understandable that both parties will want their fair share. However, fair share does not mean...