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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How People with Disabilities Can Prepare for a Disaster
Learn about preparing for disaster, and the resources available to people with disabilities in the event of disaster. -
Vehicle Purchase
This article discusses buying a vehicle in Texas and your rights and responsibilities when doing so. -
Restraint and Seclusion Guidelines
This article explains Texans' rights regarding restraint and seclusion during interventions in mental health programs. -
Buying a New Car
This article tells about what should be considered in buying a new vehicle. Specifically, it explains how to understand the terms of a new vehicle,... -
Your Health Plan and You
This article explains your health plan rights and protections. -
Disaster Manual: Section 15 - Immigration Issues
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Ticket Help Texas: Resolve Your Unpaid Fines and Restore Your Driver’s License
Ticket Help Texas is a resource for Texans who owe fines and costs in criminal cases that they are unable to pay. -
Criminal Law: Limited Information Available
This article provides basic information about Texas criminal law. -
Dealing with Denials or Reductions of Medicaid Services
This article discusses dealing with denials or reductions of children's Medicaid services. -
Easements in Texas
This article explains the concept of easements. -
Child Custody
This article about child custody explains some basic concepts such as conservatorship and the standard possession order. -
Pets and Leases
In Texas, landlords can create their own rules about pets and put the rules in the lease. -
Dealing with CPS: An Overview [Video]
This video gives you a high-level overview of the CPS process. -
Handling Homeowner Insurance Claims
This article tells you practical steps you can take to handle home insurance claims after a natural disaster. -
Housing Discrimination in Texas – Renters and Homebuyers
This article provides information about fair housing requirements for renters and homebuyers in Texas. -
Hiring a Bankruptcy Lawyer
This article discusses filing for bankruptcy with or without a lawyer. -
Disaster Manual: Section 9 - Insurance Issues
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Rights of Texas Inmates in Family Law Matters
This article answers some common questions about how to help an incarcerated friend or family member with their family law issues. -
Family Violence Safety Planning Checklist
If you are experiencing domestic violence, whether during COVID-19 or otherwise, here is a checklist you can use to help you plan to stay safer. ... -
Security Deposit Refunds: Austin Tenants Council Tips for Renters
About security deposits in Texas residential leases -
Attorney-Client Relationship
This article discusses the attorney-client relationship and the protections in place to ensure you are able to work with your attorney. -
Employment Contracts in Texas
This article explains common employment contract provisions in employment contracts in Texas. -
Understanding Contracts
This article gives basic information on contracts and the general rights and remedies under a contract. -
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
This article explains your rights to unemployment assistance after a natural disaster. -
Nursing Homes and COVID-19
Roughly 93,000 Texans live in licensed nursing homes throughout the state. On March 13, 2020, Governor Abbott declared a state of disaster for all ... -
Resources for Immigrants during COVID-19
This article provides information on resources for immigrants during covid-19 and how the issue of public charge might affect the ability of immigr... -
Stop Debt Collector Harassment - Accommodation Request Letter
This tool will generate a letter to send to your landlord to stop debt collector harassment. -
Automobile Accident: Coverage
This article tells you about your rights if you have gotten into a car accident and what to do next. -
Debts and Deceased Relatives
This article answers frequently asked questions on debt management and communication about debt after a debtor’s death. -
Your Rights as a Taxpayer
This article provides information on your rights as a taxpayer in both the state and federal tax system.