Divorced spouses in Texas and around the country are sometimes surprised to learn that a court-approved divorce settlement is not sufficient to divide retirement funds. Federal law stipulates that employer-sponsored retirement plans can only be divided in a divorce if...
Common issues couples face that could lead to divorce
Many married couples face issues throughout marriage, but irrevocable problems could lead to a divorce. Spouses in Texas, and around the world, often argue about the same problems and experience similar conflicts. Never agreeing A very common issue in marriage is...
Appealing convictions is a critical part of criminal defense
Being arrested for any reason in Texas can be a challenge. When there is a conviction, it is natural to be concerned as to what happens next. The case is not automatically over with the penalties to be assessed and served. An appeal is possible and may reverse the...
Addressing racial imbalance in prosecutor and judicial positions
Contemporary social attention being paid to racial problems across Texas and the rest of the United States has also made its way to the court system. One of the central problems being discussed is the high number of Black men convicted of crimes and punished more...
Deepfakes threaten criminal trials
The integrity of the Texas criminal justice system is under attack from the increasing prevalence of fake and doctored evidence. It has become remarkably easy for anyone with a cellphone and a laptop to create remarkably accurate deepfakes. When these find their way...
What a safe following distance is
Of all the motor vehicle accidents that occur in Texas and across the U.S., the most common are rear-end collisions, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The leading cause of these collisions is the failure to maintain a safe distance from...
Factors to consider before taking a divorce to trial
A divorcing couple in Texas may choose to settle their case amicably or take the action to a trial. The latter option may be tempting for those who feel that they were especially wronged by their partner. Before making that decision, however, one should be aware of...
Preventing racial bias during the trial process
Those accused of a crime in Texas may be interested in a new paper that was published in the Seattle Journal for Social Justice. The topic of the paper was racial bias and how it affects those on trial. Experts say that taking steps in the courtroom can help reduce...
Multiple vehicle crashes complicate determination of fault
The negligence of one driver in Texas can at times produce a multi-vehicle accident, defined as an accident involving three or more vehicles. These crashes might result from the inattention of one driver or multiple drivers at the same time. Because victims need to...
Handling 401(k) accounts in divorce
When couples get divorced in McKinney, Texas, they must contend with dividing their marital assets. One thing that many people may not realize is subject to division in a divorce is a 401(k) account. Depending on the circumstances, people might have to divide their...
