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Our attorneys use this space to share information we hope you will find useful
on subjects relating to family law, personal injury and social security disability.
There are nine community property states, and as you may have already guessed, Texas is one of them. Under the Texas Family Code § 3.002, Community Property is property owned together by both spouses and includes any property acquired by …
Starting a new job or a new career is the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your life. Often, the first step in starting that adventure requires you to sign a new employment agreement. Many employment contracts in Texas …
During the pendency of a divorce proceeding, if the parties have children, the issue of child support will arise. Absent certain unique situations, Texas Courts will calculate a child support obligation solely based upon the net income of the parent …
Hiring the right lawyer can be one of the most important decisions you make. Whether you are seeking counsel for a family law matter, such as a divorce or custody battle, for a personal injury case, or for a business …
During the course of investigating a personal injury claim, your lawyer will assess all possible sources of recovery. This may even include your own insurance coverages. One such coverage available to those involved in a car accident through their own …
No matter the type of civil case, there is a deadline to file your claim. Known as the statute of limitation, these laws prevent you filing a lawsuit after a certain amount of time has passed. While statutes of limitation …
The Ted Smith Law Group, PLLC is proud to announce that Raymond Panneton has been named its Managing Partner, effective June 1, 2020. Mr. Panneton has quickly established himself as a zealous advocate for his clients, as well as an …
Despite fewer drivers on the road, a study by the National Safety Council shows that through the first three months of 2020, Texas experienced a 6% increase in the number of traffic-related deaths. This recent increase of traffic fatalities in …
Re-opening the courts Once litigation has been filed—whether it be a personal injury lawsuit, a family law case, or other dispute—the goal is always the same: get to a trial. As Killeen, Temple, Harker Heights, and other cities within Bell …
During the litigation process, in many instances, you will have a discussion with your lawyer about resolution of your dispute. Prior to trial, many litigants find it beneficial to attend mediation. Mediation is a formal, non-binding, settlement negotiation which is …
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