Intoxication Manslaughter Charges
What Constitutes Intoxication Manslaughter in Texas? According to Texas Penal Code § 49.08, intoxication manslaughter (or DWI Causing Death) occurs when a person: operates a motor vehicle, aircraft, watercraft, amusement ride, or assembles an amusement ride, is...
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Divorces can be messy and draining. Navigating a divorce with (past or present) substance abuse issues is even more complicated. Substance abuse issues can affect multiple facets of your divorce, especially when children are involved. How Does Substance Abuse Affect Divorce? No divorce...
How Substance Abuse Can Affect Divorce Proceedings Continue reading…What Is the Difference between a Contested & Uncontested Divorce?
Divorces don’t always happen one way. In fact, there are two basic types of divorce that spouses can have: a contested divorce and an uncontested divorce. As you might assume, there are key distinctions between these types of divorce. We find that it’s beneficial for those considering or going through the early stages of...
What Is the Difference between a Contested & Uncontested Divorce? Continue reading…When Should I Update My Will?
Your last will and testament is an important part of your estate plan. Proactive estate planning allows you to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your legacy both throughout your lifetime and once you are gone. More specifically, your will lets you name beneficiaries to your assets, a guardian to your minor...
When Should I Update My Will? Continue reading…Street Racing Vehicles to Be Seized in Texas
Vehicle Seizures for Street Racing in Texas Effective Sept. 1, 2021, Texas police officers will have the authority to seize street racers’ vehicles under House Bill 2315. Street racing is illegal in Texas, as it is unlawful for a person to participate in any manner in the following:
Street Racing Vehicles to Be Seized in Texas Continue reading…What Crimes Are Most Likely to Happen During Summer?
Certain Crime Rates Are Higher in the Summer Police departments in Texas are seeing a rise in “summer crimes,” which mainly include property damage and car burglaries. The warmer weather tends to encourage people to stay out later at night, especially young people who are on summer break. Not to mention, travel rates have...
What Crimes Are Most Likely to Happen During Summer? Continue reading…HB 37: Texas Porch Pirate Law
Package Theft in Texas Life is slowly returning to normal during the COVID-19 pandemic. People are going back to school, work, and the gym, eating out, and “going out and about” to socialize after about one year of staying at home and complying with strict safety rules.
HB 37: Texas Porch Pirate Law Continue reading…Seat Belt Laws to Be Strictly Enforced in TX
Police Are Buckling Down on People Who Don’t Buckle Up After 432 car crashes occurred in Houston this past year, with 166 of those collisions being fatal, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is rolling out its 19th annual “Click it or Ticket” campaign this May through June 6,...
Seat Belt Laws to Be Strictly Enforced in TX Continue reading…How Can 4/20 Celebrations Lead to Drug Arrests?
4/20 Drug Arrests: Don’t Run the Risk The “marijuana holiday,” known as 4/20, is quickly approaching. While the origins of the beloved cannabis holiday remain unclear, the bottom line is countless people across the nation will waste no time celebrating. States like California and Colorado have long been...
How Can 4/20 Celebrations Lead to Drug Arrests? Continue reading…Eligibility for Criminal Record Expungement in Texas
Who Qualifies for Expungement in Texas? A criminal record can reflect an arrest, charge, or conviction. However, no matter what your criminal record looks like, the bottom line is that it can significantly hold you back. Valuable opportunities in life such as employment, housing, higher education, financial aid,...
Eligibility for Criminal Record Expungement in Texas Continue reading…What Is the Difference Between Mediation & Litigation?
How Is Mediation Different from Litigation? A divorce can emotionally traumatize you and your children. Thus, if you are getting a divorce, you must ensure you do it right no matter how overwhelmed you’re feeling. The decisions you make during your divorce proceedings can impact...
What Is the Difference Between Mediation & Litigation? Continue reading…4 Ways Social Media Can Affect Your Court Case
Examining Social Media’s Impact on Your Case A good rule of thumb is to assume that nothing on the internet is private. No matter what privacy settings you enable on your social media apps, do not make the mistake of believing that no one else can see your...
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