What is the Good Samaritan Law in Texas?
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…
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What are Texas Car Accident Policy Limits?
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,…
Non-Economic Damages in Texas Personal Injury Cases
When you’ve been injured in an accident, the physical pain is just the beginning. The aftermath can leave a lasting imprint on your life, going far beyond medical bills and…
Punitive Damages in Texas Personal Injury Cases
What are punitive damages in Texas? Punitive damages in Texas, also known as exemplary damages, are monetary awards given in civil lawsuits as a punishment to the defendant and to…
Serving Divorce Papers in Texas | What You Need to Know
Have you been served divorce papers? Do you need to serve divorce papers? Service of process, or service of citation, is legal notice that provides a spouse with notice that…
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What Happens When Texas CPS Removes a Child? [2023]
The Role of Child Protective Services in Texas Child Protective Services (CPS), a division of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), is a government agency tasked with…
Days as a Condition of DWI Probation in Texas
How many days as a condition of DWI probation are required in Texas? It seems counterintuitive, but it is true – for some DWI offenses in Texas, there are days as…
What To Expect When a Divorce Goes to Trial in Texas
Many people think divorces in Texas end in big courtroom drama. But in reality, most cases get settled, often through mediation, before they ever reach trial. It’s more often about…
Why Choose a Board Certified Criminal Lawyer?
Board Certified Criminal Lawyers There are more than 108,000 attorneys in Texas. Of that number, only 783 are Board Certified Criminal Law Specialists. That means less than 1 percent of…