My question is: If 2 people are living together,not married, and one of them wins the lottery,would the money have to be shared?

Sorry, today's big winning ticket was bought in South Carolina! If not married (ceremonial or common law), the "roommate" would not have a...

If I move out before the lease is up can my roommate or land lord take me to court?

If you did not have an agreement (written or oral) with the landlord, the landlord cannot sue you. Whether your roommate can depends on your...

Common law marriage and now spouse is deceased

You should hire an attorney that handles probate matters immediately. Under the Texas constitution, the surviving spouse is entitled to a "life...

How can I have my son's child support sent directly to him?

Unless you get a new court order, you have to put up with the drama until is 18th birthday.

I have a medical power of attorney form filled out and signed by my boyfriends mom, who is being over medicated by her doctor

A person can revoke a medical power of attorney at any time. Unless she is incompetent, her decisions, not yours, control. The only way to...

I have been seeing a certain psychiatrist for a year or so. She and I had a personal falling out and parting of the ways. Now sh

Sec. 611.0045 of the Texas Health and Safety Code provides: . RIGHT TO MENTAL HEALTH RECORD. (a) Except as otherwise provided by this...

If on the petition of divorce it says my name to be back to maiden but I chose to keep my married name, can I keep it?

I am laughing that you want to keep the name because you had cards printed. :) Regardless, it is your choice. Your husband may not want you to...

Do I need an lawyer for giving up my parental rights ,if so what do I need to do ?

Your wanting to get out of your responsibilities as a dad is not sufficient. Most courts would not grant your request. I suggest you hire an...

Moving to another city during a divorce?

Courts are often reluctant to allow parents to move children away from the other parent, but each case is unique. The court will decide what they...

I have been in a Common Law Marriage in Texas, Do we have to file for a divorce?

If you are married pursuant to common law and no longer wish to be married to your common law spouse, you still need a divorce. If a divorce from a...

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