If your marriage is not working out as you hoped it would, you might be considering filing for divorce. Still, unless you are in immediate danger, you probably can decide when to call it quits. You can file tomorrow, wait a few weeks or even put off your divorce...
Divorce
How can you better cope with divorce?
Going through divorce puts a strain on anyone's mental health. Stress can even cause physical problems, too. Understanding how best to cope with divorce is one of the greatest ways to get through this difficult period with as little damage as possible, though avoiding...
How Texas’ divorce rate compares to the national average
There are two ways to measure the divorce rate in the United States. There is the national average and then the respective divorces for each state. The national average serves as a benchmark by which to compare the divorce rates in individual states. Here is how the...
How do you talk to your kids about divorce?
Your kids likely know someone who has parents who live in two separate houses. However, when it comes time for you to talk about your impending divorce, it may feel impossible. One of the most challenging parts of a Texas divorce is sorting out child-related issues....
Ways you may increase the cost of your divorce
Everyone wants to find ways to save money, especially when they are going through a divorce. While you certainly want to ensure you spend what is necessary for good representation and to move the process along, you do not want to overspend needlessly. Unfortunately,...
Why divorce among older adults is increasing
If you and your spouse have been married for many years and you are now considering divorce, you are not alone. Although it is not an easy decision to part ways after being with someone for so long, it is increasingly common to do so. According to research, more than...
Can spousal maintenance payments be cut off?
You will make many decisions in the course of finalizing your divorce. You will have to figure out how to divide property, set up the child custody schedule and decide on child support. You may also have to determine spousal support. Spousal maintenance payments...
How Much Are Spousal Maintenance Payments In Texas?
Each state has its own way of handling spousal support payments, or spousal maintenance. It can also depend on various factors. So, what should a person know about spousal maintenance payments when living in Texas? By what law does the court determine how much a...
What factors are used to determine the amount of spousal maintenance in a divorce?
You and your spouse may have combined your finances after you got married and shared accounts for many years. And depending on your situation, you may have left your job or reduced your hours at work to manage your household and take care of young children. If your...
When can a spousal maintenance order be modified?
When couples call it quits, judges often rule that one spouse must support the other. The legal term for these court-ordered payments is spousal maintenance. As time moves forward, there may be rationales that justify altering the amount. There are guidelines in Texas...