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Campus Carry in Texas Campus Carry in Texas refers to the legal provision that allows licensed individuals to carry concealed handguns on public college campuses. For campus carry, the handgun…
Since January 1, 2016, Texas has allowed “open carry” — or wearing weapons in plain view in belt or shoulder holsters. That law was passed even though 75 percent of…
Trucking plays a vital role in the U.S. economy, ensuring everyday goods are transported across the nation efficiently. However, with the increasing number of big rigs on the road, trucking…
When couples marry, it’s usually because they’re madly in love and want to spend the rest of their lives with each other. Unfortunately, not all marriages have a fairy tale…
Every year in courthouses across the state, judges and prosecutors are recused from cases or investigations — sometimes voluntarily, sometimes not. The reasons for removal vary, but most often, the…
Case analytics are big business in the world of civil litigation. They help lawyers understand what cases are worth, what motions a given judge is most likely to grant, and…
I started my career as a prosecutor. I’ve seen great prosecutors and unfortunately known a few prosecutors who should considered other career paths. That’s of course true in every profession;…
In Texas, it is not illegal to record a conversation if you are one of the parties on the call. Texas is a one-party consent state, which means you can…
Understanding Federal Investigations The federal criminal court system is an intimidating place. Federal investigators have big budgets and can take their time investigating and bringing charges. By the time federal…
