Was this your choice of body shop? Or USAA's? There's a few angles to this situation.

Is the remaining process something we can complete ourselves without an attorney?

You still have to prove to the court that this is in the children's best interest. Hire an attorney.

Can I still press charges for statutory rape and abuse? or once I am 18? if so, would the time passed diminish the punishment?

You can and should pick up the phone right now and call law enforcement.

If we agree to terms after he filed will he still need to serve me with the original petition?

If you have children, debt, or property, you should at least consult with an attorney before going forward.

I we separate can he claim any ownership of the house?

The characteristic of property - Community vs. Separate - occurs at the inception of title. So if he came into the picture after you bought the...

Does anyone have recommendations on next steps?

Use the Find a Lawyer tab to locate an attorney who can represent you and your specific concerns.

How do I correctly declare my actual settlement amount on my taxes. Do I have any options? I only received $12.5k..help!

None of this sounds right. Was this for a personal injury settlement? You should not get taxed for any of it for most types of settlements. You...

How can I break my lease so I can move

Put them on notice that you intend to break the lease. Start here: http://www.texastenant.org/

How do I get full custody, when the other parent is not involved in the children's lives?

Texas does not have something called "full custody". On these facts you cannot terminate the other parent's rights to see the children. Talk to...

Child Support Hearing

Go to the hearing or hire an attorney to handle this for you. Before you go to the hearing swear out an affidavit that you are all under one roof...