Nabors: A Post-Chohan Roadmap for Texas Plaintiffs
Since the Texas Supreme Court decided Gregory v. Chohan in June 2023, civil plaintiffs’ lawyers across Texas have been keeping a close eye on how to best prove up noneconomic…
Texas Supreme Roadmap for Slip and Fall Cases
What H-E-B v. Peterson Means for Injured Texans If you slip and fall in a Texas grocery store, gas station, or restaurant, can you sue? The answer just got more…
Can You Spy on Your Spouse in Texas if You Suspect Cheating?
When suspicions of infidelity arise in a marriage, it’s natural to want answers – and the urge to spy on your spouse can be strong. However, the methods you use…
Texas Divorce Decree: The Final Step
Understanding Your Texas Divorce Decree: A Comprehensive Guide In Texas, the divorce process is officially over when a judge signs the final decree of divorce. This legal document legally ends…
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…