There is no doubt that divorce cases can be stressful. Even when the soon-to-be ex-spouses are still on fairly good terms, just working through all of the potential legal issues that might be part of the case can cause plenty of stress. That is why it is so important...

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How to emotionally prepare for divorce
Many couples may make the decision to divorce during the spring months. Just as important as preparing for property division, child custody, child support and other divorce-related concerns is knowing how to emotionally prepare for divorce. Be prepared There are...
What should I do if I’m being pulled over?
Getting pulled over can be scary, especially with everything happening on the news lately. And it can be especially scary if one has been drinking before being pulled over. So, if one finds themselves in this situation, what do they do? Safety first Remember, the...
There are consequences for teens charged with a DUI
Parents of Rockwall area teens understand that their children often do not make the best decisions. Teenagers are constantly testing their limits with their parents and engaging in behavior that they’re not supposed to with their friends. Luckily most of the time...
Teenage defendants and indeterminate sentencing
Teens do not always have the best judgment and they often push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable behavior. This means some come in conflict with the law, sometimes in serious ways. The most serious juvenile offenders may be sent to a Texas Juvenile...
Mental illness and the criminal defense system
Dallas residents grappling with mental illness face many challenges. Many mental illnesses go untreated, and those who get treatment often struggle with finding the right medication and dealing with the side effects. Both these things may contribute to negative...
Wife undergoing divorce was tracked with new technology
The crime of stalking is not new. But recent tracker innovations, like Tile and AirTag, provide an easier and cheap method to track people on their personal electronic devices without their knowledge. A Houston woman recently disclosed that her soon-to-former spouse...
A key term for your divorce case – “community property”
Texas residents who are going through a divorce usually need to familiarize themselves with a number of legal terms as they sort through issues such as child custody, child support, alimony and property division. For property and debt division in particular, one key...
Strategies for challenging a breathalyzer test
Challenging a breathalyzer test can be an important part of challenging drunk driving charges. For that reason, it is essential for accused drivers to be familiar with the different approaches that may be available for challenging a breathalyzer test. Strategies for...
What is excessive force?
Police officers When an officer arrests a suspect for their alleged involvement in criminal activity, it is important that the officer does not use excessive force and violate the suspect’s constitutional rights. Under Texas Penal Code Sec. 9.51, a law enforcement...