The Worst Oil Rig Accidents of All Time | What to Do After Tragedy
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…
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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
If you’ve paid attention to the news lately, you may have seen the controversy surrounding the Sally Mann exhibition at the Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth. Mann is one…
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?
If you are in the process of divorce, you may be surprised to learn that the law requires you to turn over voluminous information to your spouse and his or…
Houston Traffic Deaths Hit Record High | Wrongful Death Lawyers
There was a record number of Houston traffic deaths last year, solidifying the city’s reputation as one of the most dangerous places in the nation for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians….
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…
Auto Insurance in Texas: Comprehensive Guide
Auto Insurance in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide In Texas, as in many other states, drivers are required by law to carry certain minimum levels of insurance coverage. However, the world…
Trump’s Second Inaugural Address: Legal Takeaways
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…