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Texas Prenuptial Agreements

February 13, 2012/in Texas Divorce Cases/by LS_admin

Life is very interesting thing that is different for literally every single person throughout the world. In our life we all meet it in similar points such as being born, aging, and eventually death. Yet, during these phases of our life and in between them we encounter different situations and tasks that ultimately define who we are as individuals and set the stage for the next challenges that we face in our lives. Today, divorce is an active part of the lives of many Americans. When you get divorced you need to make sure that all documents involved with the marriage are looked over carefully, those before, during, and after.

Prenuptial agreements are pretty commonly known today. We have the popular pop songs with the lyrics containing the phrase. We have celebrities and well-known divorces bringing in the involvement of prenuptial agreements when being surfaced with media sources. However, what really is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement, commonly known as a “pre-nup”, is that of an agreement being made by both spouses prior to the marriage about what assets would be split, gained, or lost in the event that a divorce would ever occur.

Pre-nups are generally made to avoid any confusion, argument, or issues when a divorce occurs so that if it does it begins and ends quickly without any questions having to arise. Of course, some individuals do not truly understand that when they are signing the pre-nup in advance its pretty much a sealed deal that without certain circumstances that are decided pre-marriage are pretty much locked into place.

A pre-nup basically ensures to some that both individuals are truly seeking a marriage based on the fact that they have mutual feelings of love of the individual and not their assets or financial state. As we all know, some individuals are out there not playing the game of life fairly, but for themselves and their own personal well being regardless of who or what they encounter. When you are considering getting married make sure to take every variable into mind, which especially includes that of a prenuptial agreement.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Your Final Step In A Divorce

February 10, 2012/in Texas Divorce Cases/by LS_admin

The lives that we are living today are completely different than that of our grandparents, parents, and even some of our siblings. Although we face similar situations and challenges we now have new variables that set the stage with new possibilities and outcomes occurring. We are now having to deal with not only the predicted things happening, but are now encountering things for the first time and becoming the true expeditors of options for the future. However, one thing that has and will always remain an aspect of life for many individuals within the United States is that of a divorce.

When you go through a divorce there are many things that are constantly circling within your mind whether it pertains to what you are doing that very moment, or how is life going to be when the final paper is signed. Either way divorce impacts an individual’s life now and later. They are transforming from the life they are currently use to that of living with another significant individual to that of now either moving in with a friend or relative, or simply living alone. Divorce is a time in one’s life that change can truly be seen.

During a divorce, many papers are signed that deal with multiple aspects of the relationship. Some papers could deal with how financial assets are being split, or what property is being or awarded to whom, or even more importantly that which pertains to child custody. Ultimately, every piece of paper that is involved within a divorce is utterly important.

However, one piece of paper is a little more important than others, which is known as the decree of divorce. This document is usually pretty long and ultimately finalizes publically and legally the separation of the couple, which also outlines all the agreements that have been made during the divorce. Therefore, when a decree is constructed, both parties must look over this carefully to make sure that all information that is entered is properly done so in order to make sure that everything in the end is smooth sailing.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Decrease In National Crime

January 17, 2012/in Criminal Defense/by LS_admin

As we have all come to be aware with change is certainly inevitable. From trends, technology, to even what we eat everything around us can usually be seen changing fast or slow. Usually, one expects change to be simply good or bad. In so many instances we have seen things go from one to the other or back in a matter of days, and even moments. However, change is inevitable especially as we begin to look at a new day, a new month, and a new year.

With it being the beginning of 2012 many people have this year in mind with New Year’s resolutions, goals, and even making plans for future events. One last look at the year of 2011 shows us that we certainly have a positive precedent set towards that of crime. Studies before the end of the year showed us that crime in Texas not only decreased significantly, but also that of the crime nationwide.

Violent crimes were lowered greatly in the past year, which include but are not limited to that of robbery, murder, and even rape. In Texas these crimes went down significantly 22 percent of that of the year previous to it. Rape overall was lowered by 6.5 percent, which contributed to the national rate dropping to 5.1 percent.

Many studies have factored in many different variables in order to try to understand why the number has decreased in such a positive manner. Reports state that due to increased security and police efforts many cities cross the country is becoming safer and safer as each day passes. Due to technology today many law enforcement entities are able to easily not only track, but also map down crime in order to help aide future efforts that may occur to crack down on a specific crime.

Overall, we can see that 2011 certainly did leave us in a new year with a new mind set on crime. With crime becoming lower and lower over time one can only assume that the number will become lessened within the future.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Decrease In National Crime

January 17, 2012/in Criminal Defense/by LS_admin

As we have all come to be aware with change is certainly inevitable. From trends, technology, to even what we eat everything around us can usually be seen changing fast or slow. Usually, one expects change to be simply good or bad. In so many instances we have seen things go from one to the other or back in a matter of days, and even moments. However, change is inevitable especially as we begin to look at a new day, a new month, and a new year.

With it being the beginning of 2012 many people have this year in mind with New Year’s resolutions, goals, and even making plans for future events. One last look at the year of 2011 shows us that we certainly have a positive precedent set towards that of crime. Studies before the end of the year showed us that crime in Texas not only decreased significantly, but also that of the crime nationwide.

Violent crimes were lowered greatly in the past year, which include but are not limited to that of robbery, murder, and even rape. In Texas these crimes went down significantly 22 percent of that of the year previous to it. Rape overall was lowered by 6.5 percent, which contributed to the national rate dropping to 5.1 percent.

Many studies have factored in many different variables in order to try to understand why the number has decreased in such a positive manner. Reports state that due to increased security and police efforts many cities cross the country is becoming safer and safer as each day passes. Due to technology today many law enforcement entities are able to easily not only track, but also map down crime in order to help aide future efforts that may occur to crack down on a specific crime.

Overall, we can see that 2011 certainly did leave us in a new year with a new mind set on crime. With crime becoming lower and lower over time one can only assume that the number will become lessened within the future.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Child Abuse Record High In Texas

January 13, 2012/in Texas Divorce Cases/by LS_admin

Today, the world we live within is full of changes and possibilities. In the past many people were not given equal opportunities or rights, but today has certainly set the standard for many individuals to have possibilities of success and greatness that is not judged by gender, race, or even social class. However, there are also those individuals out there who have plenty of opportunities to be productive and do the right thing, but simply chose not to. One thing that an individual should not chose, but have to do is treat a child properly and safely.

Recently, many cases in Texas have begun to surface of that of child abuse. Of course everyone has heard stories or tells of the infamous “shaking baby syndrome” or children maybe having bruising in places that they did not have the day before. More and more children today are going to the hospital with fractured ribs, and other bones that can easily be the product of child abuse. However, one has to question the actual bone density of a child and that accidents can occur. Yet, accidents do not happen continuously with the same sort of instance occurring with the same individual, a child.

An article was written urging that children should have their bone density tested when a bone is fractured. Many would assume that a child would show signs of child abuse having occurred, but many true cases that deal with child abuse do not. Also, children and infants do not have a voice and cannot be heard. It is important to take all factors to mind when considering a child abuse case.

When an individual commits such a crude act such as child abuse they can easily face jail time, as well as the fact that they can instantly lose custody and guardianship of their child. Child abuse unfortunately is a very real aspect of our world today, and one can only hope that it will soon diminish.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Mediation or Court Settlement

December 27, 2011/in Texas Divorce Cases/by LS_admin

Divorces can be sticky situations, and they can bring along numerous complications. Many are painful, and they have the potential take up a lot of time due to custody issues or disagreements due to the division of assets. To make the divorce case easier, not all of them go to court for a trial. Some are settled before it makes it that far. All divorce proceedings must go to a pretrial discovery, but after that is done, the people involved are usually advised to go to mediation. This is where the two spouses and their lawyers meet with a mediator, a hired third-party that is neutral and unbiased.

The mediator is used to help negotiate a settlement before the case is taken to court. This is a beneficial option to everyone involved, because it is cheaper and less stressful than court. If a settlement cannot be reached, the case then goes to court, but many cases can be solved in a mediation meeting. In court, a judge or jury determines the settlement. Though mediations can be helpful and can solve many cases, either spouse has the option to request that the case go on to trial. This is determined by the Texas Family Code that designates that certain issues may go on to be settled in a court of law.

In the United States, Texas is the only state that permits a jury to decide the outcome of child custody cases. Juries can also decide other subjects like marital property. A judge is required to decide on certain issues. One of which is the division of community estate. Another issue a judge decides is child support. If the parties do not request a jury, a judge decides all issues. A lawyer would be a great source of counsel to determine which path to take. Your lawyer has the experience and knowledge of the law to ensure that you make the right decisions in your divorce proceedings whether it is to go to trial or to have your case settled through mediation.

Divorces can be incredibly difficult to go through and to have a lawyer with your best interest in heart is an incredible asset to have as you go throughout your journey.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Sexual Abuse: Now, AND Then

December 14, 2011/in Criminal Defense/by LS_admin

Sexual assault is a general term that includes rape, unsolicited sexual contact, harassment, sexual advances toward a child, exploitation by a person of authority, or molestation. There are many different things that are involved in sexual abuse cases and each is serious. It affects both the victim and the person accused. The number of reported sexual assault claims across the country is growing over the years. These claims range from sexual abuse against children to men attacking women by both strangers and acquaintances.

Sexual abuse towards children are usually brought to light years after the abuse has taken place, which can make the case harder to pursue. Every sexual abuse claim is a very serious thing, but as the cases unravel, testimonies can raise doubts about the legitimacy of the claims in question. Unfortunately, witnesses can have gaps in their testimonies or evidence can fade over time.

In one instance where a witness had a shaky testimony, the witness said that years back down the road, he saw a child being sexualIt is alarming that the person was aware of the attack yet did not do anything to stop, and then reported it years later. The witness then went back and said he heard what he thought was a sexual assault. There is a huge difference between actually seeing a sexual assault take place and simply hearing what sounded like a sexual assault. That is why it is so important to question the validity of a witness. Also, there have also been cases where people who are related to the alleged victims say that the person who made the claim is making false accusations to get money.

Honestly, there are more charges that stir things up and cause anger than claims that are strictly sexually abuse based. Despite how the case turns out, those who are accused of a sexually based crime are permanently branded with those charges. That is why it is so important to make sure of the facts before claiming someone is involved in a sexual assault. They are serious charges, and they are not meant to be taken lightly.

Contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C. For a Free Consultation When you need assistance from an experienced attorney or if you need to better understand you legal options, contact The Law Office of Alex Tyra, P.C., at (903) 753-7499. All initial consultations are free. Phone calls are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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