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Do You Need a Front License Plate in Texas? Yes, Texas requires two license plates. Under Texas Transportation Code § 504.943 , every vehicle operated on a public highway must…
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday, and whether you’re hosting a watch party, heading to a bar, or tailgating in Texas, one bad decision could land you in handcuffs. Every…
When a vehicle crashes into a home or building in Texas, the driver is usually liable, but other parties may share fault, including the driver’s employer, the vehicle owner, the…
Texas recognizes four culpable mental states: intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, and negligently. These mental states, known as mens rea (Latin for “guilty mind”), determine what the prosecution must prove about a…
Looking for the 2026 Standard Possession Calendar? Click here to view it. The Texas Standard Possession Order (SPO) is the default visitation schedule courts use when parents cannot agree on…
Can chest pain after a car wreck in Texas be serious? Yes. While chest pain sometimes results from minor bruising or muscle strain, it can also signal life-threatening conditions such…
The Michael Morton Act Under Attack In 2013, the Texas Legislature unanimously passed the Michael Morton Act , one of the most significant reforms to criminal procedure in state history….
Attorney Benson Varghese, the founder and CEO of Varghese Summersett and Lawft, has been named a 2025 Entrepreneur of Excellence by Fort Worth Inc., a prestigious award that recognizes outstanding…
Can a child be prosecuted as an adult in Texas? Under Texas Penal Code § 8.07, a person under age 15 generally cannot be prosecuted for criminal offenses except in…
