Couples in Houston and Harris know that not all marriages turn out happily ever after. Marital disputes may arise during the marriage and when there is no way to fix the issues, one spouse may file for a divorce. Divorce often offers complexities, depending on the...
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Month: January 2013
Why do-it-yourself divorce kits may not be a bright idea
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 28, 2013 | Divorce
As divorces become increasingly more complicated, so does the paperwork and stress involved. Although it is true that divorce can lead to some serious expenses for the couple, the complications of the legal proceedings make hiring professionals more advantageous in...
Pet issues can complicate divorce in Texas
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 25, 2013 | Divorce
Residents in Houston, Texas, can anticipate that divorce legal issues often involve child custody, child support and property division. However, a recent case about spouses who battled for the custody of their pets may raise concerns that family dogs can be taken into...
Interstate dispute over million dollar baby’s custody looms
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 22, 2013 | Child Custody
It's going to be Texas versus Missouri. And no, this isn't about the SEC college football season finale. Two sets of grandparents are lining up for what could be a fierce interstate child custody battle for the daughter of an NFL linebacker who committed a...
Considering social media in child custody agreements
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 18, 2013 | Child Custody
Houston, Texas, residents may be thankful about how technology brought a lot of convenience to everyday life, particularly to communication. In this field, Smartphones, email and social media help people stay connected despite the distance. It may be easier for Texas...
New tool saves lives in divorce, domestic violence cases in Texas
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 14, 2013 | Domestic Violence
After filing for divorce, a San Antonio nurse sought a temporary restraining order against her estranged husband who, at the time, was purchasing and seemingly building up quite a collection of firearms. Before papers could be served, the husband murdered his pregnant...
Russian ban on child adoption has been put into place
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 10, 2013 | Adoption
The proposed ban on Americans adopting Russian children that we've written about has since been signed into law by Vladimir Putin. Of the many adoptions that have now been put on hold because of this action, a couple from Texas will now have to wait to see what...
Divorce rate up with energy boom in Texas
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 8, 2013 | Divorce
One small Texas town has gained notoriety for the increased number of divorces that are occurring there. That this and other small towns in the area are seeing an increase in divorces may be due in part to the economy.Individuals put off seeking a divorce during...
Professional athlete owes back child support to Texas mother
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 4, 2013 | Child Support
Though a Texas child support matter involves a celebrity, it also demonstrates the difficulties that custodial parents are often forced to undergo before receiving the child support payments that are owed. As in so many cases, the non-custodial parent has been...
International child custody dispute tried at U.S. Supreme Court
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Jan 2, 2013 | Child Custody
Issues regarding an international child custody matter are being considered by the United States Supreme Court. This matter all began when an American soldier married a woman that lived in Scotland while her husband was deployed to Afghanistan.Following the...
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