Assault Claims & Defenses in a Divorce, Elements, damages and how to plead

Cause of action of assault in a family law proceeding. Many times, in family law there are allegations of physical violence. A party may seek a protective order,  or injunctive relief, but then also the alleged victim can assert civil claims for monetary relief against the perpetrator which includes past and future medical expenses, lost…

Common law or informal marriage in Texas

Common law also called an informal marriage in the United States there are 11 states that recognize the informal or common law marriage. A common law or informal marriage is the legal equivalent to a formal marriage, but it comes into existence without any of the formalities generally required to create a marriage which would…