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 to Serve a Business Entity
This article tells you how to serve the initial court papers in a civil case where a business is one of the parties. -
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. -
Replacing Lost Documents
This resource lists government agencies that can help you get replacement copies of important documents, including birth certificates, property tit... -
How to Find and Afford an Attorney in a Family Law Case
This article discusses when to hire an attorney in a family law case, how to choose one, and options for affordable legal representation. -
Directives to Physicians for Texans
This article explains "directives to physicians" in Texas. -
Declarations for Mental Health Treatment
This article explains declarations for mental health treatment and how to state your mental health treatment wishes in advance. -
Why You Need a Will
This article explains why you need to have a will made. -
LGBTQIA+ Advance Care Planning
This article discusses advance care planning for the LGBTQIA+ community. -
Bad Neighbors: What Is Nuisance?
This article explains the concept of "nuisance." -
Handling an Estate
This article discusses some different methods for handling an estate in Texas. -
Sexual Assault and Early Lease Termination
This article provides information on early lease termination for survivors of sexual assault. -
LGBTQIA+ Rights and Resources
Laws and policies regarding LGBTQIA+ communities are rapidly changing. Be prepared and know your rights, even if you can’t control the changes. ... -
LGBTQIA+ Parental Rights
This article discusses LGBTQIA+ family law issues. -
Resources for LGBTQIA+ Communities
This article provides resources for organizations in Texas that provide help to LGBTQIA+ communities. -
Battering Intervention and Prevention Programs (BIPP)
This article explains Battering Intervention and Prevention Programs (BIPP) for addressing abusive behaviors. -
Long-Term Care for Seniors: Where to Start
This article covers resources for senior Texans' long-term care decisions. -
Qualified Income Trusts
This article explains qualified income trusts (QITs) in Texas. -
Long-Term Care Insurance
This article explores long-term health care options available for seniors. -
Paying for Long-Term Care
This article explores ways to pay for long-term care. -
Medicare Mental Health Benefits for Texans
This article discusses Medicare coverage for mental health services, including therapy and medication. -
Recognizing Child Abuse and Your Duty to Report It
This article excerpts a publication that explains what child abuse is. -
Lease Termination: Ending Your Lease
This article discusses what to do when your lease ends or you need to terminate your lease early. -
Social Security and SSI After a Disaster
This article discusses obtaining social security and SSI benefits after a natural disaster. -
Durable Powers of Attorney in Texas
This article explains a durable power of attorney, which lets someone you trust handle important things for you when you can't. -
Terminating Parental Rights in Texas
This article contains information about the termination of parental rights. -
Statutes of Limitations in Civil Lawsuits
This article explains statutes of limitations in Texas. -
Why You're In Child Support (IV-D) Court
This article explains why you may end up in IV-D Court, your role in the case, and other parties' roles in the case. -
Medical Power of Attorney
This article explains Medical Powers of Attorney. -
How to E-File
This article provides an overview of e-filing, plus solutions to some common e-filing mistakes. -
Early Lease Termination for Victims of Family Violence
This article tells you about your rights, under Texas law, to break a lease if you are the victim of family violence.