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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Insurance: Steps to Take After a Disaster
Filing insurance claims after a disaster. -
Automobile Accident: What to Know About Insurance
Learn the basics about automobile insurance. -
School Rights and Disaster Recovery
Student and education rights after a disaster. -
Coronavirus and Child Visitation
This article answers frequently asked questions about child custody and visitation issues and COVID-19. -
Travel During Periods of Visitation
This answers frequently asked questions a parent’s ability to travel with their child during visitation periods. -
Automobile Accident: Personal Injury Lawsuits
This article provides information on how to protect yourself if you are in an auto accident and you are being sued for property damage and/or perso... -
Contract for Deed
This article tells you about contracts for deed. -
Manufactured Home Tenancies
This article discusses manufactured home tenancies and lease term agreements. -
Enforcing the Property Division in a Divorce
You can ask the court to enforce the property division ordered in your final decree if your ex-spouse is not following the court order. -
Paid Leave Due to COVID-19: The FFCRA
The expired Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) gave paid leave to many who were impacted by COVID-19. The act also reimbursed employer... -
The Texas Protective Order Registry: Monica’s Law
This article explains the Texas protective order registry. -
The Right to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine (Video)
You can get the covid-19 vaccine even if you have a disability or need extra help, according to this video from Disability Rights Texas. -
Home Repair Scams - Disaster Relief
Identify and avoid home repair scams. -
Client-Attorney Dispute Resolution Program
This article explains the purpose of the Client-Attorney Assistance Program (CAAP). -
Crime Victims' Compensation (CVC) Program
This article provides information on the Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) Program. -
Deceptive Trade Practices Act: Protections for Consumers
This article provides information on the Deceptive Trade Practices Act. -
Child Visitation by Nonparents
This article addresses whether nonparents get visitation to children who are not theirs. -
LGBTQ+ Parental Rights
This article discusses LGBTQ+ family law issues, including assistive reproductive technology, adoption, and custody disputes. -
Corporal Punishment
This short article addresses some corporal punishment questions. -
Facts about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Find out how to qualify and what the current requirements are regarding income, work, and resources. -
Texas Employment Death and Burial Benefits
This article explains Texas death and burial benefits that are available when an employee dies because of a work-related injury or illness. -
Family Medical Leave Act Protections
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) legally protects your job when family and medical reasons require you to take time off. -
Disaster Resource Manual: Introduction
Address legal problems resulting from a disaster -
Same-Sex Divorce in Texas
This article addresses same-sex divorce in Texas. -
Executory Contracts and Lease-to-Own Real Estate
Buying a home through a long-term rental contract as opposed to a mortgage -
Recognizing Employment Discrimination
This article discusses spotting types of discrimination that can happen at work. -
Rental Application Fees
This article explains rental application fees and how you may be able to get your application fee back. -
Applications to Determine Heirship
This article explains applications to determine heirship in Texas. -
Your Health Care Coverage: Information on Health Insurance
This article provides information on health insurance basics. -
Natural Disaster Relief Hotlines and Clinics
Important organizations and agencies for help dealing with a natural disaster.