Understanding Texas Civil Statute of Limitations for Sexual Abuse Claims What are Statutes of Limitations? A statute of limitations in civil law represents the maximum time period within which a person must file a lawsuit after an injury or harm occurs. These time limits serve multiple purposes: they ensure claims are brought while evidence is […]
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Holding Private Schools Accountable for Sexual Abuse in Texas When a teacher or faculty member sexually abuses a student, one would expect the school to be held accountable—especially if there were warning signs or ignored reports. In Texas, however, public schools are provided an unconscionable level of immunity that can make legal action against them
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Cite and Release is a law enforcement policy where officers can issue citations (similar to traffic tickets) instead of making arrests for certain low-level offenses, requiring the person to appear in court at a later date rather than going to jail immediately. In other words, individuals can be charged with certain offenses without being arrested
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Ross Ulbricht, better known by his online pseudonym “Dread Pirate Roberts” (DPR), created what became the most sophisticated and extensive criminal marketplace on the internet – the Silk Road. His journey from idealistic libertarian to convicted cybercriminal, and ultimately to recipient of a surprising presidential pardon, represents one of the most fascinating stories in Internet
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What does President Trump’s Second Inaugural Address Signal for Criminal Law, Personal Injury Law, and Family Law? Donald Trump delivered his second inaugural address on January 20 in the Capitol Rotunda, speaking for approximately 30 minutes in an indoor ceremony moved due to cold weather. In his speech, Trump declared the beginning of what he
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When to Hire (and When Not to Hire) a Criminal Defense Attorney Facing criminal allegations can be one of the most overwhelming experiences of your life. This is particularly true when the police and prosecutors only have someone’s claim that you did something wrong and despite move forward with an investigation, arrest, and prosecution —which
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The morning of April 20, 2010, began like any other on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico. By nightfall, an unprecedented disaster would unfold, claiming 11 lives and eventually resulting in $65 billion in damages. This catastrophic event stands as a stark reminder of the devastating potential of oil rig accidents
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What is an Amicable Divorce? An amicable divorce, also known as an uncontested divorce or agreed divorce in Texas, occurs when both spouses agree on the terms of their separation and division of assets. This approach can saves time and money as well as reduce the emotional stress of a traditional divorce. Individuals also seek
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What is a Second Degree Felony Texas? Felonies are categorized as four types in Texas. These are State Jail Felony, Third Degree Felony , Second Degree Felony, and First Degree Felony. What is a Second Degree Felony? A Second Degree Felony is defined in Penal Code Section 12.33 and is the second highest level of
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