What is Cite and Release in Texas?
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…
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Varghese Summersett Cuts the Ribbon on New Dallas Location
Dozens of people gathered on Wednesday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Varghese Summersett’s new office in downtown Dallas. The law firm opened its newest location at 2100 Ross Avenue, in…
Texas Industrial Injury Attorneys: Justice After Accidents
Texas is the backbone of American industry. From oil refineries and chemical plants to manufacturing facilities and construction sites, industrial workers keep the economy running. But their jobs come with…
Texas Broken Bone Lawyers: When the Unexpected Happens
People with strong, healthy bones often take their mobility for granted. They work out, play sports, and go about their daily activities without a second thought. Then, in a split…
Top 8 Child Custody Case Mistakes in Texas
Child custody cases are some of the most emotionally charged legal battles. When you’re fighting for time with your children, every decision matters. Texas family courts prioritize the child’s best…
Child Pornography in Texas: The Line Between Art & Illegality
In short: Simple nudity alone is not child pornography under Texas or federal law. An image crosses the line when it shows a child engaging in sexual conduct or a…
Murder Case: Fort Worth Man Found ‘Not Guilty’ in Friend’s Death
On February 3, 2025, a Tarrant County jury acquitted a Fort Worth man accused of murder in the fatal stabbing of his friend, finding he acted in self-defense. Jurors in…
Texas Divorce Discovery Rules: What Gets Turned Over?
In short: In a Texas divorce, both spouses must exchange financial records, property documents, insurance information, and other evidence through a process called discovery. Since 2021, initial disclosures are required…
Protests in Texas and Limitations on Free Speech
Over 130 protesters were arrested at the University of Texas at Austin in late April 2024 during demonstrations demanding the university divest from companies supplying weapons to Israel. While most…