Texas Supreme Court on Separate Property Tracing in Texas Divorce
What Does the Texas Supreme Court’s New Ruling Mean for Separate Property Tracing in Your Divorce? If you brought assets into your marriage and want to keep them in your…
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Unsolicited Calls from Personal Injury Lawyers After an Accident or Loss are Illegal
If a stranger contacted you about your accident before you ever called a lawyer, that contact may be illegal. In Texas, hiring a law firm through an unsolicited case runner…
The Track Meet Murder: A Legal Look at a Tragic Encounter Between Two Texas Teens
On April 2, 2025, a devastating incident during a high school track meet in Frisco left a community in mourning and raised difficult questions about youth violence and the fragile…
Is Gambling Illegal in Texas? Sports Books, Card Rooms, and Betting Apps Explained
Yes, most forms of gambling are illegal in Texas. Under Texas Penal Code Chapter 47, betting money or anything of value on games, contests, or sporting events is a criminal…
What is a Third Degree Felony in Texas? | Penal Code 12.34
What is a Third Degree Felony Texas? A third degree felony in Texas carries 2 to 10 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. It is…
Mediation in Amicable Divorces
How Mediation Helps Texas Couples Divorce Amicably Mediation allows divorcing couples in Texas to negotiate the terms of their separation, making mediation in amicable divorces a powerful tool for smoother…
Lying on Your Tax Return: What Can Really Happen? | Tax Defense
Lying on your tax return is a federal crime that can send you to prison for up to five years. Whether you intentionally underreported income, claimed fake deductions, or simply…
What happens when a bondsman goes off bond?
When a bail bondsman “goes off bond” in Texas, it means they’ve revoked their financial guarantee and surrendered you into custody. Your original bond is gone. Getting back out requires…