What is A Guardian Ad Litem in Texas Family Law Cases?
A guardian ad litem (guardian ad litem) is a court-appointed advocate whose only job is to represent what is best for your child — not either parent. In Texas divorce…
Can You Claim Self-Defense in Texas If You Were Committing a Crime?
In Texas, being engaged in criminal activity does not automatically eliminate your right to claim self-defense. It costs you a legal presumption, not the defense itself. A landmark 2026 decision…
Texas Motion for Summary Judgment Rule Changes (Rule 166a) 2026
Motions for Summary Judgment filed in Texas on or after March 1, 2026 are subject to new rules and deadlines that apply to the movant, nonmovant, and the court. Texas…
Determinate and Indeterminate Sentence for Texas Juveniles
When a juvenile is adjudicated delinquent in Texas, the court will impose either a determinate or indeterminate sentence. Understanding the difference between determinate and indeterminate sentencing is critical for parents…
School Shooting Criminal Charges
Criminal Charges Stemming from School Shootings in Texas School shootings are among the most heartbreaking tragedies a community can face, bringing the nation’s attention to the stark contrast between the…
Varghese Summersett Awards, Honors, and Recognition
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Unsolicited Calls from Personal Injury Lawyers After an Accident or Loss are Illegal
If a stranger contacted you about your accident before you ever called a lawyer, that contact may be illegal. In Texas, hiring a law firm through an unsolicited case runner…
The Track Meet Murder: A Legal Look at a Tragic Encounter Between Two Texas Teens
On April 2, 2025, a devastating incident during a high school track meet in Frisco left a community in mourning and raised difficult questions about youth violence and the fragile…
Mediation in Amicable Divorces
How Mediation Helps Texas Couples Divorce Amicably Mediation allows divorcing couples in Texas to negotiate the terms of their separation, making mediation in amicable divorces a powerful tool for smoother…