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Filing A Motion For New Trial: When and why is it required?
Typically, a motion for new trial must be filed within 30 days of the judgment being rendered in your case. You will want to file a motion for new trial if you are seeking to overturn the trial court’s judgment. A motion for new trial also points out defects or...
Important Civil Appellate Deadlines
Usually, the deadline to file a notice of appeal of a trial court’s judgment is 30 days after the judgment is signed by the court. This begins the appeal process. However, if there is a deadline extending pleading like a motion for new trial or request for findings...
Extending Your Appeal Deadlines
After a judgment is rendered in your case at the trial level, you typically must file a notice of appeal within 30 days of the judgment being signed. However, if you file a motion for new trial asking the trial court to reconsider it’s ruling, then the deadline to...
“Abuse of Discretion” As It Relates To Appellate Law
Most of the appealable issues in a family law case are evaluated against an abuse of discretion standard, be it the issue of property division incident to divorce or partition, conservatorship, visitation, or child support." Garcia v. Garcia, 170 S.W.3d 644, 648...
Bullying At School: A Texas Parent’s Guide
Bullying is an act of violence that usually leaves its victim feeling less or unworthy of something or someone. Bullying includes a single significant act or pattern of acts by one or more students against another student that exploits an imbalance of power and...
The 5 Most Common Bankruptcy Myths
The ability to file for bankruptcy is an important resource for people unable to pay off their debts. Nevertheless, few people understand how bankruptcy really works. Here are our picks for the 5 most common bankruptcy myths. Only irresponsible people file for...
Bankruptcy: The Stigma Has Changed
Until recently, there was a strong social stigma against filing for bankruptcy. People saw it as immoral and a way to cheat the system. Since then, attitudes have changed. Reforms to the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and a decline in the stigma associated with bankruptcy have...
Who Is A Good Candidate For An Adoptive Parent?
No matter how sure you are that you are a good candidate for adoption, you’ll need a judge to confirm it before the adoption becomes official. While going through a court proceeding may seem like a hassle, everyone has the same goal: the safety and well-being of the...
Top Reasons For Divorce In 2021
There are many reasons individuals decide to get divorced. Whether it is due to irreconcilable differences or financial problems, the most common causes of divorce vary on your situation. Today, we go over the leading causes of divorce in 2021, to hopefully provide...
Ideas for First Christmas After a Divorce
If you’ve recently divorced and are experiencing some major changes in family life, you might be a little worried about how it all will affect the upcoming holiday season. The holidays are usually filled with happy memories, family traditions, parties, and...
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