Ambiguity, the Nemesis of a Settlement Agreement
The importance of making clear agreements, not subject to other interpretation cannot be emphasized enough. Any apparent ambiguity can open the door to dispute. And then, sometimes even judges disagree on the intended interpretation. So, while agreements between parties to lawsuits is encouraged, it is necessary to ensure that such agreements are drafted in a… Read More »
When Can a Support or Maintenance Obligation be Modified?
A child support obligation usually continues until the child in question reaches the age of majority—18 in Texas. A maintenance obligation continues for the duration of the court order—up to ten years for marriages of 30 years or more. For maintenance obligations, the paying spouse may petition a court to terminate the obligation once the… Read More »
Helping Women Enforce Support and Child Custody Orders
An excellent divorce settlement or order does not amount to much if your former spouse simply refuses to honor his obligations. For women who rely on support payments and maintenance to provide for themselves and their children, this can create a vicious cycle where the lack of support makes it financially difficult to enforce a… Read More »