Family Law

• Divorce
  In a significant number of marriage dissolutions, only one party actively participates in the process. Sometimes, a divorce respondent does not obtain attorney services even though he or she was served papers in a legal manner. Other times, a respondent may have abandoned a childless relationship and, as there is no property to divide, they do not see the need to respond. However, a divorce can be much simpler in some cases. An uncontested divorce may arise when two people agree to separate and are fairly amicable about the resolution. To ensure that the divorce is legitimate and to help the petitioners move on with their lives, it is important to find the right lawyer.
• Child Support
  There are a variety of situations where people may ignore family court orders to one extent or another and for one reason or another. A parent may get behind on child support payments, and they may struggle to pay the amount owed. Due to disagreements between parents, one or both parties may refuse to follow schedules for parenting time and visitation, which can affect the other parent's relationship with their children. Because the court orders put in place are legally binding, violating these orders can result in penalties.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  At The Bettersworth Law Firm, our compassionate team takes prompt and decisive action in this area. If you need immediate protection, we will do what it takes to help ensure your safety, while giving you the tools to build a more emotionally stable life for yourself and your family in the months and years to come. We can help you address any family law concerns you may encounter, including assisting with a divorce from an abusive spouse or taking steps to resolve child custody disputes and establish arrangements that will protect children's safety and well-being. With our experience in this area, we can make sure all legal issues will be addressed effectively.
• Adoption
• Paternity
  Some men may impulsively sign a document establishing paternity without fully understanding the legal and financial consequences, while others may drag their feet and allow these issues to fester and grow. Meanwhile, mothers need concrete assurances of physical help and monetary support to the greatest extent possible, as opposed to mere promises from a sometimes well-meaning father. A timely paternity action solves both these problems, benefiting mothers, fathers, and especially children.
• Spousal Support
  If a party fails to pay spousal support or otherwise does not comply with a property division order, there are a number of remedies available under Section 9, including...
• Annulment
  At The Bettersworth Law Firm, we can help you resolve issues related to divorce, child custody, and child support. We also provide assistance in other areas, like a name change, adoption, grandparent access, termination of parental rights, and annulment. To take full advantage of the legal resources available to you and your family, contact us today at 830-606-0404.

Criminal Law

• DUI/DWI
  This does not even count many additional truck collisions that result from other causes, such as improperly loaded vehicles or truck driver DWI. Regardless of the reason for the truck crash, victims of 18-wheeler accidents are entitled to compensation for their losses.
• Wrongful Death
  At The Bettersworth Law Firm, we take your loss very seriously. Our experienced wrongful death lawyer can remove the burden of litigation from your shoulders, allowing you to focus on what is really important during a time of grieving: your family and friends.
• Traffic Violations
  Aggressive driving actions such as tailgating, speeding, forcing other vehicles off the road, and not yielding to the right-of-way can sometimes result from fatigued truck drivers being pressured by trucking companies to cover long distances in the shortest time possible. Still, there is no excuse for engaging in perilous driving behavior that puts everyone on the road in danger
• Sex Crimes
  Accidents are not the only serious rideshare injury issues. Increased rideshare use has resulted in more reports of drivers committing sexual assault, stalking, kidnapping, and robbery. Because driver background checks performed by rideshare companies typically do not include fingerprinting, which offers a more detailed criminal record examination, dangerous people are often entrusted with the well-being and lives of unwitting passengers.
• Robbery
• Misdemeanors
• Assault
• Restraining Order
  Texas law broadly defines domestic violence to include both relationship violence and dating violence, as well as violence committed against people who live in the same household or cases involving extended family members. When considering the evidence in these cases, most judges look for a pattern of conduct in the last 24 months. So, if there was even one prior reported incident in the last two years, judges nearly always grant protective orders. An order of protection or restraining order can help protect the safety of victims while also ensuring that their ongoing needs can be met. In most cases, the applicant must prove that abuse is likely to occur in the future unless the court acts.
• Kidnapping
• Hit and Run
  With that many rides, car wrecks are bound to occur, and with them come injuries. Rear-end accidents, hit-and-run accidents, and other vehicle collisions regularly involve rideshare vehicles. Many of these wrecks are attributable to rideshare driver negligence, and victims who suffer harm in these situations can be awarded compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  The Bettersworth Law Firm has proven to be an indispensable asset within the local business community. As a small business owner within the New Braunfels community it was necessary to find a Law Firm that could address the needs of not only my business but my family as well. It is imperative for me to do business with a local Law Firm that shares the values of my family, business, and community. Like most small business owners and local families our needs are spread out and include everything from corporate law to family law. These needs have always been met and our expectations have been exceeded. With the Bettersworth Law Firm I am not sure where the representation ends and the friendships begin and that is exactly how I want to do business.
• Business Disputes
  While breach of contract issues are common, complications often reflect the high stakes of the case. Multiple parties may fail to meet their contractual obligations, including employees, partners, vendors, suppliers, or clients. Determining the correct response to take in these situations is not always easy. As you address contract disputes, you may need to address...

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  Work-related injuries can happen to anyone in the state of Texas, and they often involve complex laws surrounding workers' compensation claims and third-party negligence. For employers who have workers' compensation insurance, employees will be eligible for benefits for any injuries related to the work they have performed, regardless of who was responsible. However, when an employee decides to receive workers' compensation benefits, they give up the right to file a lawsuit against their employer directly.

Property Law

• Premises Liability
  Under the law of premises liability, property owners must keep their property in a reasonably safe condition. If you are injured in a slip-and-fall accident or another type of accident while on someone else's property, and the accident was caused by the owner's negligence, you may be eligible to receive compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical expenses. With the help of an attorney, you can take steps to hold the property owner responsible for their failure to provide you with a reasonably safe premises.
• Construction Litigation
  Builders or contractors who fail to deliver as promised nearly always have an excuse. However, even the most reasonable excuses can cause you a great deal of difficulty. They may limit your ability to use your property as intended, affecting your ability to receive an adequate return on your investment. They may even cause you to experience major financial setbacks that could affect the future of your business. You do not have to accept these excuses, and neither do we. That is why we handle a wide range of construction litigation areas, including...
• Property Damage
  Property damage claims typically settle quickly, due to the objective nature of these losses. But more subjective claims for medical bills and accompanying pain and suffering are an entirely different matter.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Personal Injury Attorney for Uber and Lyft Assault and Accident Victims in San Antonio, Comal County, and Seguin
• Auto Accidents
• Dog Bites
  Dogs can be vicious, and their bites or attacks can inflict serious injuries, including lacerations, puncture wounds, broken bones, infections, and disfigurement. Even dogs that are considered to be friendly and have never displayed aggressive tendencies may suddenly attack someone without warning. These situations can be very traumatic, and victims may be unsure about their legal options. At The Bettersworth Law Firm, we assist clients who have been injured by dog bites or other animal attacks. Our Texas dog bite attorney can help answer the following questions...
• Slip and Fall Injury
  Slip-and-fall injuries can be very serious. The most common slip-and-fall injuries are fractures of the hips, spine, or forearms. Falls can also be responsible for head and brain injuries. Falling is one of the leading causes of accidental death in the United States, especially among the elderly.