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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School-Based Class C Misdemeanors
This article discusses incidents at school that could lead to school-based class c misdemeanors. -
Rights for Tenants with Health Issues
Tenants with health issues have protections against discrimination. -
Health Care and Vaccination Decisions for a Child
Which parent or conservator gets to make health care and vaccination decisions for a child? -
Letter to Landlord to Request Early Lease Termination
This article explains how to request a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act to end your lease early. -
Same-Sex Common Law Marriage in Texas
This article addresses common law marriage between same-sex couples in Texas. -
School-Based Discipline
Learn here about discipline at school. -
Same-Sex Divorce in Texas
This article addresses same-sex divorce in Texas. -
Powers of Attorney Fact Sheet
About Powers of Attorney: what they can and cannot do. -
Same-Sex Parentage
Same-sex couples may have to take extra steps to establish the parent-child relationship. -
Tax Liabilities at Death
This article explains what happens with taxes when a person dies. -
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. ... -
What is DACA?
This article will explain what DACA is. DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. -
Vehicle Purchase
This article discusses buying a vehicle in Texas and your rights and responsibilities when doing so. -
Texas Rent Relief Program: Landlord Duties
Landlords who agree to participate in the Texas Rent Relief program have certain duties. -
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... -
Nonpayment of Wages
Learn about wage claims and what you can do if you are not paid your wages or overtime. -
VA Benefits, Garnishment, and Child Support
This article explains how the court may order or enforce child support when a veteran receives VA compensation or pension benefits. -
Facing Deportation? Here's What You Need to Know.
This is a brief overview of what to expect if you face deportation proceedings. -
What is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
This article explains Chapter 13 Bankruptcy basics. -
Marriage and Bankruptcy
Basics about marriage and bankruptcy -
What Is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
This article explains Chapter 7 bankruptcy basics. -
Manufactured Home Tenancies
This article discusses manufactured home tenancies and lease term agreements. -
Manufactured Homes - Owners' Rights
This article explains your rights when renting a lot for your mobile home, like whether you can be evicted from your lot. -
Landlords and Tenants Guide for Manufactured Home Communities
This article addresses leasing, management, and maintenance issues that arise with mobile homes and mobile home parks. -
Disaster Manual: Section 3 - Falling Trees, Flying Limbs, and Related Noises
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Disaster Manual: Section 2 - FEMA Individual and Households Program: Handling a FEMA Appeal for a Disaster Survivor
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Facts about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Find out how to qualify and what the current requirements are regarding income, work, and resources. -
Women and Social Security: Planning as You Age
Women make up the majority of the people on Social Security, and need to understand the services available and the keys to planning for their futur... -
A Texas Legal Guide to Reentry - Homelessness and Ex-Prisoners
An advocate's guide to helping former prisoners get back on their feet. -
Landlord Retaliation Against Tenants
This article discusses what to do if a landlord retaliates against a tenant.