Wrongful Death in Jail | Successfully Suing for an Inmate Death
Successfully Suing for an Inmate’s Death is No Ordinary Undertaking If you’ve been following local news, you’ll see there have been 54 jail deaths in the last five years in…
Sex Offender Registration In Texas – FAQs
Sex Offender Registration in Texas Sex offender registration is one of the most misunderstood aspects of criminal law in Texas. Many people are surprised to learn that you do not…
Is Street Racing Illegal In Texas?
Street Racing is Illegal in Texas If you’ve wondered, “is street racing illegal in Texas,” here’s your answer: Street racing is illegal in Texas, but what charges drivers face depends on…
Qualified Immunity: The Government’s Shield Against Liability
In the realm of civil rights litigation, few legal doctrines have sparked as much debate and controversy as qualified immunity. This judicially created doctrine serves as a powerful shield for…
Minimum Car Insurance Texas: What You Need to Know
Texas Auto Insurance Requirements Texas law requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance, but here’s what most people don’t realize until it’s too late: the state minimum of 30/60/25…
Can a Massage Therapist Sue for Sexual Assault by a Client?
Can a Massage Therapist Sue Their Employer After Being Sexually Assaulted by a Client? Yes, massage therapists in Texas can sue both the client who assaulted them and the company…
Can the police search without a warrant?
Were You Searched Without a Warrant? Here’s What You Need to Know If police searched your car, your home, or your person without your permission, you’re probably wondering whether what…
Can You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test in Texas?
Yes, you can refuse a field sobriety test in Texas. Unlike breath or blood tests, field sobriety tests are completely voluntary, and refusing them does not trigger automatic license suspension…
DWI Open Container in Texas
A DWI with an open container in Texas doubles the minimum jail time from 72 hours to six days. Under Texas Penal Code § 49.04 and § 49.031, if police…