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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Veterans and Psychiatric Advance Directives
Video: Veterans and Psychiatric Advance Directives -
Housing Discrimination in Texas – Renters and Homebuyers
This article provides information about fair housing requirements for renters and homebuyers in Texas. -
Child Labor: Youth Minimum Wage
This article explains the youth minimum wage and provides general information about youth employment in Texas. -
Independent Contractor Status
This article compares independent contractor status to employee status in Texas -
Mortgage Discrimination
This article explains protections against mortgage discrimination. -
Requesting an Initial Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility
This article discusses the procedures and timelines when requesting an initial evaluation for special education eligibility. -
Employment Rights for Veterans and Service Members
Employment information and resources for Veterans -
Student Loans
About student loans and what may happen if you cannot pay them back. -
Health Coverage Under COBRA and State Continuation
This article explains how COBRA insurance and state continuation let employees keep their health insurance for a period of time after they leave th... -
VA Pension Benefits
Eligibility requirements for VA Pension program -
Pregnancy and the Workplace: Know Your Rights
This article explains rights and protections for pregnant and lactating employees in the workplace. -
Disaster Recovery: Renters' Rights
This article provides information about renters' rights during a disaster. -
Property Loss Claims - Disaster Relief
This article discusses property loss claims in Texas for losses incurred from a disaster. -
Insurance: Steps to Take After a Disaster
Filing insurance claims after a disaster. -
Eviction Protections for Hotel Residents
Here, learn the differences between landlord-tenant and innkeeper-guest relationships and what that means for evictions in Texas. -
How to Serve the Initial Divorce Papers
This article tells you how to serve your spouse with the initial divorce papers. -
How to Serve the Initial Court Papers (Family Law)
This article explains how to serve the initial court papers in a family law matter (such as a divorce, custody, modification, child's name change, ... -
Internet Access
Learn how to get help with internet bills. -
School-Based Discipline
Learn here about discipline at school. -
Filing a Complaint with Texas Education Agency (TEA)
This article explains how to file a special education services complaint with the Texas Education Agency (TEA). -
Home Buying: Avoiding Pitfalls and Scams
This article explains the roles of the parties involved in the home buying process and what to be aware of when signing paperwork. -
Legal Help for Nonresidents of Texas
This article explains what to do if you need legal help in Texas but don't live here. -
Property Tax Protest and Appeals
This article explains how to protest property taxes in Texas. -
WIC Benefits in Texas
This article tells what WIC can do for you and your family, how to apply, and the requirements. -
Disaster and Property Taxes
This article examines whether your property taxes can be reduced after a disaster. -
Vehicle Purchase
This article discusses buying a vehicle in Texas and your rights and responsibilities when doing so. -
Avoiding Foreclosure
This article explains how foreclosure works and how to avoid losing your home. -
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Fact Sheet
This article tells you what a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is and what it can and cannot do. -
Paying Your Rent: Austin Tenants Council Tips for Renters
How, when, and where the rent must be paid. -
Repairs and Modifications: Austin Tenants Council Tips for Renters
This article explains Texas landlords' responsibilities regarding repairs; tenants' rights to request repairs; and the rules on rental property mod...