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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Contract for Deed
This article tells you about contracts for deed. -
Recognizing Child Abuse and Your Duty to Report It
This article excerpts a publication that explains what child abuse is. -
Payday Loans
This article discusses what you need to know about payday loans, how they work, and how or if to get one. -
A Texas Legal Guide to Reentry - Homelessness and Ex-Prisoners
An advocate's guide to helping former prisoners get back on their feet. -
Emancipation of Minors
This article answers frequently answered questions about legal emancipation in Texas. -
Voting During COVID-19
Know your rights and the law for voting during COVID-19. -
Requesting an Initial Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility
This article discusses the procedures and timelines when requesting an initial evaluation for special education eligibility. -
Zoom on Desktop: How and When to Use Background Filters
Learn how and when you should use a background filter in your Zoom meeting. -
Renters' Rights and Disaster Relief
This article explains your rights as a tenant after a disaster. -
Seniors and the Law
This article provides information about laws that affect senior citizens in Texas. -
If Your Mortgage Lender or Servicer is Closing or in Bankruptcy
This article explains what to do if your mortgage company goes bankrupt, especially if your loans have been transferred. -
Homeless Youth Handbook
This article outlines laws affecting runaway youth in Texas. -
Attorneys Ad Litem and Amicus Attorneys in Family Law Cases
This article explains the roles of attorneys ad litem and amicus attorneys in family law cases. -
Renter's Rights After a Disaster
Information on renter's rights post-disaster -
Your Long-Term Care Rights
Learn more about your rights if you are in long-term care. -
End of COVID-19 SNAP Benefits: Info and Options
This article is about the temporary pandemic SNAP benefits that ended in March. -
Casualty Loss Tax Deductions - Disaster Relief
Tax deductions may be available to you after a disaster. -
Social Security Basics
This article explains some basics about social security. -
Child Labor: Youth Minimum Wage
This article explains the youth minimum wage and provides general information about youth employment in Texas. -
Housing Rights for Victims of Family Violence
This article provides an overview of your housing rights as a victim of family violence. -
Anti-SLAPP Actions
This article explains the Texas Citizens Participation Act. -
Impact of Eviction on Credit and Future Housing
How eviction can hurt your credit and rental prospects. -
Tenant Rights Basic Training (ASL)
Learn the basics of tenant rights through this series of short videos. The videos below are in American Sign Language. -
Security Deposits
Information about residential tenant security deposits -
Credit Discrimination
This article provides information about creditor discrimination. -
Know Your Overdraft Options
This article explains what an overdraft is as well as how to reduce or eliminate overdraft fees. -
Disaster Manual: Section 19 - Disaster Resource and Referral Guide
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Health Resources for Uninsured Texans (COVID-19)
This article discusses options when trying to secure healthcare when you do not have health insurance. -
Homeschooling in Texas
This article answers frequently asked questions about homeschooling for children in Texas. -
Eligibility for Deferred Disposition - Ticket Help Texas
This article explains deferred dispositions in fine-only misdemeanors.