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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What to Do If Your Insurance Company Fails
Sometimes insurance companies have money problems. Discover how that affects you and what do to do to get your claims paid. -
Your Long-Term Care Rights
Here, learn more about your rights if you are in long-term care. -
Appealing a Judgment in Family Law Cases
This article explains appealing a judgment in a family law case in Texas. -
Local Rules
In this article, learn about local court rules and other practice-related requirements to help you best prepare a case in your specific court. ... -
Disaster Recovery Videos: Hurricanes
This article contains links to videos you can watch to learn how to recover from a disaster. -
Eviction
This article explains how eviction in Texas works and what to do if you are facing eviction. -
Discovery in Texas: Requests for Inspection and Requests for Entry
This article explains requests for inspection and requests for entry during the discovery period. -
Homeless Veterans' Resource Guide
This article includes information and resources for veterans experiencing homelessness. -
Utilities and Landlord-Tenant Issues
This article provides information about unlawful utility disconnection in Texas. -
Applying for a Rental Unit
This article explains what to consider before applying for a rental unit. -
Rights of Debtors in Texas
This article explains the protections that debtors have against debt collectors. -
Income Withholding for Support Order (IWO) - Child Support
This article contains information, instructions, and forms to help you complete an Income Withholding for Support Order. -
Child Support in Texas
This article discusses child support in Texas, including how to get or change a child support order. -
Right to Pay Late Rent
Learn about Texas tenants' limited right to make up late rent to avoid eviction. -
Powers of Attorney Fact Sheet
This article explains what powers of attorney can and cannot do. -
Colonias in Texas
This article provides answers to common questions about colonias in Texas. -
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. -
Jury Trials in Justice Court
This article explains how to ask for a jury trial in Justice Court. -
Civil Litigation in Texas: The Pretrial Phase
This article explains the work that happens before a trial in a Texas civil case. -
Virtual Court
Some Texas courts will hold hearings by videoconference, usually using Zoom. -
Voter Registration Basics
This article explains how to register to vote and answers common questions about voter registration. -
Voting in Texas: Tools and Tips
This article features information about where and how to vote in Texas. -
Time-Barred Debts
This article provides information on time limits on debt collection. -
How to Fix Mistakes on Your Credit Card Bill
This article provides information on what to do if you notice a billing mistake on your credit card statement.