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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Protecting Children from Nonparent Third Parties
This article looks at your options if you worry about your child's safety around third parties in the other parent's home. -
Disaster Relief and Immigration Status
This article tells you about concerns that may arise for your immigration status after a natural disaster and what steps to take next. -
Filing a Discrimination Charge Against Your Employer
This article explains how to file a complaint if you believe your employer has discriminated against you. -
Directives to Physicians for Texans
This article explains "directives to physicians" in Texas. -
Disaster Manual: Section 4 - Landlord/Tenant Issues
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Representing Yourself in a Divorce in Dallas
This article contains a guide with information and resources for people representing themselves in a divorce, with resources and information specif... -
Mediation and Probate
These questions address mediation in probate law. -
Medical and Dental Support
This article explains medical and dental support for children in Texas. -
Employment Rights for Veterans and Service Members
Employment information and resources for Veterans -
Texas Funerals
This article provides information on funeral rights, and funeral goods and services. -
Consumer Insurance Complaints and the Texas Department of Insurance
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) regulates the insurance industry and gives consumers ways to report issues. -
Food Benefits After Disaster
This article shows how to get access to food benefits after a disaster. -
Property Law Issues During COVID-19
Help with evictions, foreclosures, utilities, and more during COVID-19 -
Legal Standards in Custody and Support Modification Cases
This article explains what to show the court to change custody and support orders. -
Domestic Violence's Impact on Child Visitation Rights
How family violence can affect visitation -
Student Loans
About student loans and what may happen if you cannot pay them back. -
Birth Control and Your Rights in Texas
This article explains how to access birth control in Texas. -
How do I get a free criminal defense lawyer?
This article contains basic information about getting a free criminal defense lawyer. -
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
This article explains the housing choice voucher program in Texas. -
Civil Asset Forfeiture: A Toolkit for Property Owners
Texas Appleseed offers a guide for property owners on defending against a civil asset forfeiture case. -
Debt During COVID-19
COVID-19 has caused many people serious financial hardship. Learn how to minimize and deal with debt caused by COVID-19. -
Voter Registration Basics
This article explains how to register to vote and answers common questions about voter registration. -
Zoom on iPhone: How to Turn Your Microphone On/Off
Learn how to operate your microphone and sound settings on Zoom. -
Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)
Spousal maintenance in Texas is limited to specific circumstances. -
Pregnancy and Healthcare
This article explains employment protections for pregnant employees, health insurance during pregnancy, and options for parental leave. -
Home Security: Understanding and Negotiating Title Insurance
This article provides information on title insurance. -
Am I Entitled to a Language Interpreter?
What to do if you need an interpreter -
Domestic Violence: Relevant Even If Nonphysical or Unreported
This article explores the different forms of domestic violence and the legal significance of nonphysical abuse. -
VA Disability Benefits Video
This video explains the differences between the two types of veterans' disability benefits. -
Family Helpline CPS and Custody Videos
The Family Helpline created a video series to help you understand legal issues in family law and CPS cases.