The Criminal Implications of Using Bitcoin Bitcoins are the new black. Created and held electronically by users, this new form of virtual currency has gained popularity across the web, but not necessarily the globe. Created as a type of “money” to be exchanged for products and services via the Internet across the globe, they’ve given […]
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You would think defining “arrest” would be a simple task, but nothing could be further from the truth. There are police encounters, which are distinguishable from police stops, detentions, and arrests. Crossing the line from a detention to an arrest is very fact specific. There are two general premises that are not seriously disputed: officers
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For one reason or another, just about everyone will enter a criminal courtroom at some point in their lives. Whether you’re a defendant, a potential juror, or a college student researching a class assignment, proper courtroom etiquette is required. Saying, doing, or wearing the wrong thing in court is a surefire way to get shown
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Appealing Property Division in a Texas Divorce Going through a divorce is challenging, and sometimes, the division of property may not seem fair. If you are unhappy about the outcome of your case, there is a process in place that allows a party to appeal a decision in a family law case. However, it’s often
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Wrongful death is a term used to describe a situation where an individual dies as a result of someone else’s wrongful actions, negligence, or misconduct. It is a legal concept that allows the surviving family members or beneficiaries to seek compensation for their loss. Wrongful death can arise from various situations, including motor vehicle accidents,
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In Texas, court orders are an essential part of all divorce and family law cases, establishing clear guidelines on child custody , support, and visitation, as well as property division and spousal support. These legally binding documents, issued by the court, are designed to provide a clear path forward for families in transition and minimize
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A motion to suppress evidence in Texas is a legal challenge brought by a defendant in a criminal case, asking the court to prevent prosecutors from introducing certain evidence against them at trial. If the motion is granted, it is often a game-changer for the defense because the evidence is thrown out (i.e. suppressed). In
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If you were recently injured in a car accident in Texas due to another person’s negligence, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for vehicle damage, medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. But how much the insurance company is willing to pay out is largely dependent on their policy limits – and
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The Good Samaritan Law in Texas provides legal protection to people who voluntarily help someone who is injured or in danger. The intention behind this law is to encourage people to help others in emergency situations without the fear of legal repercussions (being sued), should their efforts unintentionally cause harm. Specifically, the Texas Good Samaritan
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