Student Loan Debt and Bankruptcy

Student loan debt is an ever increasing financial problem for families these days.  Often, the burden of student loan debt will keep individuals from purchasing...

Some DACA Three-Year Employment Cards Sent In Error

If you are a DACA recipient who received a three-year Employment Authorization Document (EAD after February 16, 2015, was mistakenly issued and must be returned....

SSA Celebrates its 80th Anniversary August 14, 2015.

On August 14, 1935, President Roosevelt signed into law the Social Security Act.  His ideals recorded by the press were, “Today, a hope of many...

Traffic Laws You Should Know

The rules of the road in Texas are governed primarily by the Texas Transportation Code. This is the law, along with city ordinances, that police...

Using Mental Health Professionals in Family Law Cases

One of the most important resources we can utilize in family law cases is the mental health professional. Whether it be a social worker from...

Same Sex Divorce in Texas

  Now that the Supreme Court has recognized the nation wide right for same-sex couples to marry, the next question that could potentially face same-sex...

Bankruptcy Costs – You get what you pay for!

During my 15 years of practicing bankruptcy law, the question I get asked the most is “If your clients are filing for bankruptcy, how do...

Negligence in Texas: It’s Not Black and White

One of the most widely-held misconceptions about jury trials in Texas is that the jury decides who wins the case.  In fact, jury trials in...

Update on President Obama’s Executive Action

President Obama’s Executive Action back in November has been on hold. However, 4 parts of it have continued to go forward. 1) They are providing...

Social Security Facts for Women

If you have worked at least 10 years and/or earned 40 work credits, you are vested in the SS program. That means once you turn...

One Bite and You’re Out: Strict Liability for Dog Bites in Texas

One means of imposing liability on the owners of dogs for attacks which result in injuries is the imposition of strict liability against such dog...

Sweet Old Lady

Ronald Reagan once said it is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions. Personal Responsibility has long been...