What is a Civil Statute of Limitation in a Texas Civil Case? The statute of limitations is essentially a deadline for filing a lawsuit. The purpose of these statutes is to ensure that legal actions are initiated while evidence is still fresh and available. In Texas, as in other states, the length of this period […]
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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 Judge Lee Gabriel’s court deliberated less than three hours before clearing Juan Ramos Escamilla of all charges related to the death of his friend, Augustine
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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 her attorney. This includes financial records, property documents, child insurance information, the list goes on. The good news is that the law works both ways,
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Case Dismissed… When you’ve been charged with a crime and your freedom and livelihood are on the line, there’s nothing better than hearing the words, “Case Dismissed.” Getting criminal charges dismissed before trial is definitely a best-case scenario for a defendant, but is it really the end of your legal issues? Here’s a look at
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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. According to a recent article in the Houston Chronicle , 345 people died on city streets in 2024 – an alarming 15 percent increase from
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Overview of the Elena Rios Memorial Scholarship Amount: $1000 Deadline: June 1, 2025 On February 16, 2024, Elena Rios, a mother of four and grandmother of 13, was tragically killed in a forklift accident at a north Fort Worth Walmart distribution center. Elena was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and active member of the
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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 faced criminal trespass charges, Travis County Attorney Delia Garza later dismissed 79 cases due to insufficient evidence. In this article, the criminal defense attorneys at
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Tom Welling, the 47-year-old actor best known for portraying Clark Kent in the Superman prequel series Smallville , was recently arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Yreka, California. The arrest took place just after midnight on January 26, 2025, in an Arby’s parking lot. The case raises an interesting legal question that frequently
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Houston Car Accident Lawyer Answers: Why Are There So Many Fatal Car Accidents in Houston It is too common an experience to watch the news and see another fatality on Houston roadways. Houston’s roads have become increasingly dangerous, with recent statistics painting a troubling picture of traffic safety in Texas’s largest city. If you’re a
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