What You Need to Know about Open Carry in Texas
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…
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U.S. Trucking Accidents: A State-by-State Analysis
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…
Is Your Marriage Headed for Divorce? 6 Stages of Marital Crisis
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…
Off the Case: Grounds for Recusal in Texas
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 and the Criminal Justice System: A Look at Tarrant County
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…
What Is A Prosecutor? Role, Responsibilities, And True North
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;…
Is It Illegal to Record a Conversation in Texas? | One Party Consent
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…
Federal Investigation: When to Hire a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
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…
Texas Traffic Stop: What if You Have Drugs, Guns or Alcohol?
Getting pulled over by police is nerve-wracking under any circumstance, but what happens if you get stopped and you have marijuana, a gun, or an open container of alcohol in…