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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Withdrawing Money from the Court Registry
This article explains how to ask the court to let you withdraw money from the court registry—if the money was deposited there when you were under a... -
Leases Explained
This article explains residential leases and discusses some basics that all renters should know. -
Job Termination or Discrimination
Learn about job termination and the different forms of workplace discrimination. -
Disaster Recovery: School Rights
This article answers common questions about your child's school rights during disaster recovery. -
Steps to Take if You Cannot Pay Your Credit Cards
This article provides information about what to do if you cannot pay your credit card debts. -
Disaster Manual: Section 12 - Replacing Lost Documents
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
FEMA Inspections
This article explains how to prepare for FEMA inspections. -
Getting Your Belongings from Your Former Home
With a writ of entry, you may get your personal items from your residence (or former residence) when you're not being allowed in. -
Electronic Communication with Your Child
This article discusses court-ordered electronic communication: how and when a parent can talk to their child. -
Ordered to Pay Fines and Fees You Can't Afford? - Ticket Help Texas
This article explains what to do if the court orders you to pay a fine that you cannot afford. -
Discharge Rights of Patients in Inpatient Mental Health Facilities
This article explains rights regarding discharge and discharge planning for patients in inpatient mental health facilities. -
Utilities and Landlord-Tenant Issues
This article provides information about unlawful utility disconnection in Texas. -
Kick-Out Orders
This article explains kick-out orders for domestic violence. -
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. -
Requesting an Initial Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility
This article discusses the procedures and timelines when requesting an initial evaluation for special education eligibility. -
Disability Rights
This article tells you about the American with Disabilities Act and other disability anti-discrimination laws, and more. -
Taming Credit Card Debt
Credit card debt can rack up really quickly. Master ways to keep the balances manageable. -
A Legal Resource About Sexual Assault
This article provides information on survivors’ rights, non-report sexual assault exams, sexual assault protective orders, and filing a civil suit.... -
Educating Homeless Youth
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act provides stable educational access to students experiencing unstable living conditions. -
Inventory and Appraisement of Property in a Divorce
This article explains the "inventory and appraisement," a document that lets the court know what property to divide in a divorce. -
Avoiding Contractor Fraud
Lone Star Legal Aid's guide can help you avoid contractor fraud after a disaster. -
Your Long-Term Care Rights
Learn more about your rights if you are in long-term care. -
Guide for Detained Immigrants: VAWA, U Visas, T Visas
This article explains deportation defenses for survivors of crime and domestic violence. -
Federal and State Privacy Protections and Health Insurance
This article tells how state health privacy laws give you the right to keep your medical records private. -
Consent to Medical Treatment by a Non-Parent
This article contains information on one way that certain non-parents can be allowed to consent to medical treatment of a minor child. -
Immigration Rights Resources
Regardless of your immigration status, you have rights. Be prepared for police and immigration by learning your rights and how to use them. -
Bad Neighbors: What Is Nuisance?
This article explains the concept of "nuisance." -
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. -
Independent Contractor Status
This article compares independent contractor status to employee status in Texas -
Appealing a FEMA Decision
This article provides answers to common questions about filing an appeal on a FEMA decision.