Informative Articles
Articles are often listed as part of a larger "Guide." This page allows you to explore individual articles by topic.
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Responding to a Texas Civil Subpoena
This Texas Young Lawyers Association brochure explains civil subpoenas in Texas. -
How to Draft an Affidavit of Heirship
This article explains how to create an affidavit of heirship. -
Estate and Gift Taxes and Choosing Beneficiaries (Elder Law Handbook)
This article provides an overview of estate and gift taxes, exemptions, and strategies to managing your estate. -
Family Violence and COVID-19
This article provides information on how to get help and stay safe from family violence during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Vehicle Purchase
This article discusses buying a vehicle in Texas and your rights and responsibilities when doing so. -
Homeless Veteran's Resource Guide
Housing information and resources for Veterans -
Pregnant and Parenting Minors and Health Care
This article explains the rights of pregnant and parenting minors in Texas to make health care decisions. -
Avoiding Contractor Fraud
Lone Star Legal Aid's guide can help you avoid contractor fraud after a disaster. -
Court-Ordered Visitation and Child Safety
This article addresses court-ordered visitation when there is a child safety concern. -
Your Rights, Your Voice: A Guide for Youth with Mental Health Concerns Transitioning to Adulthood
Disability Rights Texas' guide from 2016 provides information for youth with mental health concerns who are transitioning to adulthood. -
Surprise Medical Bills
This article provides information on surprise medical bills and what to do if you receive one -
TANF Benefits for Grandparents
This article explains how grandparents taking care of grandchildren can access Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. -
Divorce in Texas
This article answers frequently asked questions about getting a divorce in Texas. -
Sexual Assault, Harassment, and Discrimination at School
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on sex, including based on sex stereotypes, in education programs and ac... -
School-Based Discipline
Learn here about discipline at school. -
Mortgage Discrimination
This article explains protections against mortgage discrimination. -
Your Money, Your Goals: Focus on Re-entry
This article provides information about assisting organizations, their staff, and volunteers working with justice system-involved individuals. ... -
Manufactured Housing and Disasters
Legal issues may arise with manufactured housing after a disaster. -
Automobile Accident: Personal Injury Lawsuits
This article provides information on how to protect yourself if you are in an auto accident and you are being sued for property damage and/or perso... -
Peace of Mind Handbook: A Guide to Supporting Special Kids with Special Needs Handbook
The Texas Young Lawyer’s Association’s "Peace of Mind Handbook" provides an overview of resources for parents of children with special needs. ... -
Death at Work: Death and Burial Benefits
This article provides information on death and burial benefits in Texas. This article is from the website of the Texas Department of Insurance. ... -
Voting During COVID-19
Know your rights and the law for voting during COVID-19. -
Texas Homeowners Assistance Fund Program
The Texas Homeowners Assistance Fund Program (TXHAF) helps homeowners pay their mortgage and related expenses, such as back taxes, insurance, HOA f... -
Automobile Accident: Coverage
This article tells you about your rights if you have gotten into a car accident and what to do next. -
Special Education in Texas- Information for Parents and Students
This article provides students and parents with information about the laws available to help students with disabilities to receive a "free appropri... -
Credit Counseling in Bankruptcy
This article explains pre-bankruptcy credit counseling and the requirement to receive a credit counseling session prior to filing for bankruptcy. ... -
Service and Issuance of Citation When the Other Side Is Incarcerated
This article discusses serving incarcerated persons in Texas with citation and documents in a family law case. -
Renter's Rights After a Disaster
Information on renter's rights post-disaster -
Safe Child Visitation Without Court Orders
This article discusses possible actions to take when you (1) worry about a child's safety with the other parent, and (2) have no court orders about... -
Car Repair
This article explains the law about car repairs. This article was written by Texas RioGrande Legal Aid.