What to Do If You’re Hit by a Drunk Driver in Texas
The numbers tell a devastating story. In 2024, 1,053 people were killed in Texas crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers — accounting for over 25 percent of all traffic deaths in our…
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Is Lane Splitting Legal in Texas?
Is Lane Splitting Legal in Texas? No, lane splitting is illegal in Texas. Since September 1, 2023, Texas Transportation Code § 545.0605 explicitly prohibits motorcyclists from riding between lanes of…
Liability for Texas School Districts for Sexual Misconduct
New Texas Laws: School Liability for Sexual Abuse in Public Schools and Mandatory Reporting for Public and Private Schools During the 89th Texas Legislature, lawmakers passed the most significant reform…
I Was Served Divorce Papers. Now What?
Being served with divorce papers can feel like having the rug pulled out from under you. Whether you suspected it was coming or you’re completely blindsided, receiving that envelope from…
Listcrawler Arrests in Texas: Sting Operations on the Rise
Listcrawler Arrests in Texas: What Happens in a Sting Operation If you responded to an ad on Listcrawler and found yourself arrested by undercover officers, you’re facing a state jail…
How to Get a Divorce in Texas
How to Get a Divorce in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide To get a divorce in Texas, you must meet residency requirements, file an Original Petition for Divorce with your local…
Can You Get a DWI on a Horse, Bicycle, or Golf Cart in Texas?
Can You Get a DWI on a Horse, Bicycle, or Golf Cart in Texas? Picture this: You’ve had a few drinks at a backyard barbecue, and you’re trying to make…
What is a Gap in Treatment? The Silent Killer of Personal Injury Claims
What Is a Gap in Treatment After a Car Accident? A gap in treatment is any delay between your accident and your first doctor visit, or a pause in your…
Reasonable Suspicion in Texas: What Police Actually Need to Pull You Over
What Is Reasonable Suspicion in Texas? Reasonable suspicion is the legal standard police must meet before they can pull you over or temporarily detain you. It requires more than a…