To get a divorce at any age is stressful, but getting one at a later age can be even more taxing. At the time of divorce, there is generally a mad scramble to find out exactly what your soon-to-be ex-spouse's financial situation really is. You also have to protect the...
Month: May 2014
Texas judge says same-sex dispute for child custody can proceed
On May 14, a Texas State District judge ruled that a same-sex couple's divorce and child custody hearing could move forward. The dispute began after the two women got married in Washington D.C. back in 2010 and then decided to split up years later after having moved...
Paternity issues are changing in Texas and elsewhere
There is a paternity issue that has come to light recently between actor, Jason Patric from "The Lost Boys" and his former girlfriend. The court upheld the paternity rights Patric, who was the sperm donor, because he had proven himself interested and committed to a...
Spousal support a concern for Jersey Village, Texas, woman
A recent article in a local paper profiled the divorce of a Jersey Village, Texas, woman and her experiences during her divorce. The woman said that her and her husband had considered divorce for years, even going through counseling where they eventually settled on...
Texas divorce of same-sex couple has a court hearing
A married couple who are of the same sex were legally married in the District of Columbia in 2010. They then moved to Texas. This state does not recognize same-sex marriages. They had a child together through artificial insemination and shortly after the birth of...
DNA test sparks investigation into sperm donor clinic’s history
A San Antonio, Texas, family was hoping to trace their family roots when they accidentally discovered issues with their 21-year-daughter's DNA using a widely available DNA test. On April 24, the University of Utah issued a statement claiming that a worker at a...
Kids in Texas want you to know their thoughts on custody
Divorce can be difficult. A couple who began married life committed to a lifetime together can end up dividing belongings and finances. For families with kids involved, the many aspects of divorce and custody can be confusing and confounding.A whole host of emotions...
Divorce on hold for two Texas women
Two women were legally married in Washington D.C. in 2010, but their Texas divorce is on hold while the state's court system determines whether they're legally allowed to get divorced. The plaintiff in the case started the divorce process by filing in February. She...
Will Arnett and Amy Pohler call it quits in high asset divorce
According to several reports, the television star Will Arnett has filed for divorce from Amy Poelher, who is a well-known comedian of the small screen. The reports were issued on Wednesday, April 23, 2014.Will Arnett starred in "Arrested Development" and also...
