Author: johnandmorganlaw

Friday the 13th is still a Friday!

Taking a break from our series on grounds for divorce. What’s the deal about Friday the 13th?  Today, 1/13/23 is the first Friday the 13th of the year. The next is in October. The fear of Friday the 13th, also known as friggatriskaidekaphobia, is thought to have originated from a combination of religious, superstitious, and […]

Grounds for Divorce Part 2 – Love Me Cruel

In Part 1 we talked about Irreconcilable Differences. Today we talk about Cruelty.  The most important information we want to share is that help is available: There is a National Hotline for Domestic Violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call: 800-799-7233. Cruelty as grounds for divorce refers to the legal […]

Grounds for Divorce Part 1: When Differences are not Reconcilable

According to  Texas Statute Irreconcilable Differences is a reason for the courts to grant a divorce.  So, what are “irreconcilable differences”? Irreconcilable differences, also known as “irreparable breakdown,” or “Insupportability” is a legal term that refers to differences between spouses that are so significant that they cannot be resolved and have caused the breakdown of […]

Considering divorce as a resolution?

Is it okay to plan for a divorce as a New Year’s resolution? It’s important to note that getting a divorce is a significant and often difficult decision that should not be taken lightly. If you are considering getting a divorce, it’s important to carefully consider all of the potential impacts on yourself, your spouse, […]

New Year’s Resolutions Part 1

Why do we make a big deal about New Year’s Resolutions? People make New Year’s resolutions as a way to set goals for themselves and make positive changes in their lives. It is a tradition that dates back to ancient civilizations and many people see the start of a new year as a chance to […]

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! JOHN AND MORGAN will be closed on Monday, January 2nd, 2023 to allow our associates to contemplate the new year with their families and friends. We will reopen normal hours on Tuesday the 3rd. We sincerely hope ever everyone has  a safe and enjoyable holiday. At a loss for how to enjoy […]

Have Yourself a Merry Chilly Christmas!

UPDATE! Have yourself a Merry Chilly Christmas! According to very respected weather site Space City Weather this is going to be a cold Christmas! Friday, December 23rd, is going to be very cold with a hard freeze in the area. National Weather Service Houston has the latest forecast. JOHN AND MORGAN urge everyone to be […]

Merry Frosty Christmas 2022! Update Firm Hours

Merry Icy Christmas South East Texas! According to very respected weather site Space City Weather this is going to be a cold Christmas! Friday, December 23rd, is going to be very cold with a hard freeze in the area. National Weather Service Houston has the latest forecast. John & Morgan, P.C. urge everyone to be safe. […]

A Very Short Look at Mediation in Family Law

Have you heard the term mediation? What does that mean? Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party, called a mediator, helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable resolution. In Family Law, mediation can be a useful tool for parties who want to avoid the time, expense, and emotional toll of litigation. […]

Update! Our email outage!

  **UPDATE** As of 12/7/2022, JOHNANDMORGAN has restored partial access to email. If you have not received a reply to a recent email, please resend it as your message could have been lost in transit. While we are still in recovery mode, email delivery is delayed. We ask for your patience. Our phone service remains […]