Understanding Nunc Pro Tunc Judgments in Texas
A nunc pro tunc judgment is a legal term used to describe a retroactive correction of a previously entered court order. It is a Latin term that means “now for…
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Do I Need an Attorney if I’ve Been Hurt in an Accident?
If you sustained injuries in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you need an attorney. Call 817-207-4878.
Military Divorce: Navigating the Complexities of Separation
Getting a divorce is never an easy process, but military divorce in Texas brings its own unique challenges. When one or both spouses are in active military service, the rules…
Can Police Search My Phone During A Texas Traffic Stop? (2023)
Can police search my phone during a Texas traffic stop? Technology continues to change our world at lightning speed. The emergence of smartphones, for example, has put the power of…
Winter Driving Tips
Winter Driving Tips – Texas Edition If you live in Texas and you are driving during winter weather, it’s hard not to think about the massive ice storm that took…
Can Your Social Media Be Used As Evidence in Texas Criminal Cases?
Can social media be used as evidence in Texas criminal cases? Most of us have heard the famous Miranda Rights line “anything you say can and will be used against…
What Is A Federal Sentencing Memorandum?
What is a Federal Sentencing Memorandum? Criminal defense attorneys write a federal sentencing memorandum to help persuade the judge that the lowest-possible sentence is appropriate at a federal sentencing hearing. It…
Mattel Donates 2000 Barbies in Memory of Athena Strand
Mattel donated 2000 Barbies and other toys to Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth on Thursday in memory of Athena Strand. Athena, 7, was kidnapped and killed by a…
Diminished Value Claim in Texas
What is a diminished value claim in Texas? A diminished value claim in Texas is a type of claim that a vehicle owner can make when their vehicle has been…