Julie Chrisley, a reality TV star known for “Chrisley Knows Best,” has had her fraud sentence vacated by an appeals court. In this article, we will discuss what the Julie Chrisley resentencing will look like. Background of the Case Julie Chrisley and her husband, Todd Chrisley, were convicted of various charges, including bank fraud, tax […]

United States v. Rahimi On June 21, 2024, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in United States v. Rahimi. Rahimi took a step back from the implications of the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Assn., Inc. v. Bruen . While there was only one dissent in Rahimi, five of the

The Intersection of Family and Criminal Law Family law and criminal law are two areas of the legal system that often intersect in complex and challenging ways. In Texas, The Intersection of Family and Criminal Law in Texas is particularly evident in cases involving allegations of abuse and assault , drug use and intoxication, and

Divorce proceedings can be complex, especially when significant assets and joint property is involved. In some Texas divorce cases, the court may appoint a “divorce receiver” to manage, protect, and sometimes sell marital assets, especially property or real estate. In this article, we explain the role of a receiver in a Texas divorce case, when

Concert injuries and deaths have become increasingly common in recent years.  The terrifying images of the crowd crush at the Astroworld Music Festival in November 2021 that resulted in hundreds of injuries and ten deaths remain etched in our minds. When masses of people gather, injuries are not uncommon. However, event organizers, performers, and venues

Introduction On June 14, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a significant decision in the case of Garland v. Cargill, striking down the federal ban on bump stocks. The Supreme Court bump stock decision, coming in at a 6-3 ruling, marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over firearm regulations in the United States.

Comprehensive Guide to Juvenile Defense in Texas Navigating the complexities of juvenile law in Texas can be challenging for juveniles and their families. This comprehensive guide to juvenile defense in Texas provides an overview of key aspects of the juvenile justice system, from initial intake to potential sentencing, and offers links to additional resources for

Young Thug, a prominent rapper, is currently on trial in Atlanta, two years after being arrested for racketeering and gang-related charges. His high-profile trial—which began in November and is expected to last several more months—is already the longest in Georgia history. The trial has been marred with lengthy delays and complications, partly because prosecutors want