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Economic Damages When a Child Is Born Alive with Birth Defects in Texas

August 2025

“Learn about economic damages in Texas birth defect cases. Discover what families can recover for medical bills, lifetime care, therapy, and lost earning capacity when a child is born alive with birth injuries caused by medical negligence.”

May 2024

Protecting Wealth in High Asset Divorces

Board certified divorce attorney discuses unique issues regarding protecting wealth in high asset divorces involving millionaires and billionaires

December 2025

Who Gets the Debt in a Divorce?

Who pays the debt in a divorce? Learn how Texas courts divide credit cards, mortgages, loans, and other obligations — plus tips to protect yourself from future liability.

December 2025

The Five Biggest Mistakes People Make in Divorce (and How to Avoid Them)

Divorce is stressful, but many problems are avoidable. Learn the five biggest mistakes people make in divorce — from rushing the process to neglecting finances or custody — and discover practical tips to protect yourself and your children, whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.

December 2025

Child Custody 101: How Judges Make Decisions in Texas and Other States

Child custody decisions aren’t random—judges follow specific legal standards to determine what arrangement truly serves a child’s best interests. Whether you live in Texas or another state, this guide breaks down how custody works, what factors courts consider, and how parents can put themselves in the best position during a custody case.

December 2025

Can I Keep the House? What Happens to the Family Home in a Divorce

Introduction For many spouses, the family home represents far more than a physical structure. It carries memories, provides stability for children, and often serves as the biggest financial asset in […]

November 2025

Signed, Served, but Still Contested: When Agreed Decrees Fall Apart

Even when both parties sign an agreed divorce decree, disputes can still arise. Learn why agreed decrees sometimes fail, how to protect your interests, and what steps to take in an uncontested divorce.

November 2025

What Happens When a Spouse Hides Assets in a Divorce?

When one spouse hides money, transfers property, or manipulates accounts during divorce, Texas law gives courts the power to make things right. Discover how “fraud on the community” claims work and what you can do to protect yourself.

November 2025

Tracing Trouble: When Financial Records Don’t Tell the Whole Story

Introduction – The Hidden Challenge Behind Texas Property Division In a Texas divorce, dividing assets fairly depends on one thing: knowing what belongs to the community and what belongs to […]

November 2025

Equity vs. Equality: The Art of a ‘Just and Right’ Property Division in Complex Texas Divorces

In Texas divorce law, property division isn’t always about a perfect 50/50 split. The Texas Family Code requires a division that is “just and right,” giving the trial court wide discretion to distribute community assets based on fairness rather than strict equality.
That distinction—equity versus equality—often defines the outcome of complex divorce cases.

November 2025

Dividing Retirement Benefits in Divorce: What You Need to Know About QDROs

Dividing retirement benefits in a Texas divorce isn’t as simple as naming them in the decree. Without a properly drafted Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO), a spouse may lose the right to collect their share. Learn how Texas courts handle community property retirement accounts and why timing and accuracy are critical.

August 2025

Economic Damages When a Child Is Born Alive with Birth Defects in Texas

“Learn about economic damages in Texas birth defect cases. Discover what families can recover for medical bills, lifetime care, therapy, and lost earning capacity when a child is born alive with birth injuries caused by medical negligence.”