The holiday season can be a wonderful time of the year, but also a stressful one. This is especially true for parents who are recently divorced and now must abide by a visitation schedule that splits their children’s time between two homes. To cope, parents sometimes overcompensate, overindulge, and overreact. But it doesn’t have to […]
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Who Gets the Engagement Ring in a Divorce under Texas Law? Call it cold feet, a change of heart, or in some cases, the seven-year itch. Whatever the situation, time has shown that engagements don’t always result in the happily-ever-after that was promised on a bended knee. One of the biggest battles arising from a
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What are Revenge Porn Laws in Texas? In the age of smartphones and social media, it seems to be a growing trend for jaded ex-lovers to strike back at former partners by posting images or videos of a sexual nature online. “Revenge porn” is generally considered to be the act of sharing sexually explicit photos
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In 2018, there were 540,561 crashes on Texas roadways. Of that number, 95,572 – or 18 percent – were caused by distracted driving, resulting in 394 deaths and 2,340 serious injures, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Those sobering numbers come just a year after the state outlawed texting and driving, suggesting that drivers
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With 142,000 peo ple serving time in the Texas prison system, the Lone Star state has one of the largest prison populations in the nation. If it were a city, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) would be the 20th most populous municipality in the state, comparable to the size of Mesquite. To be
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The creepy clown epidemic, which began with a single sighting and gained traction on social media, has turned into a full-blown hysteria that has swept the nation. Since the initial sighting in South Carolina on August 29, 2016, 32 more states have reported sightings of individuals dressed as clowns. Reports range from innocent sightings in large
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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 have to be convicted to be required to register as a sex offender. You may be required to register as a sex offender for an
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After an accident, it’s natural to want answers — especially when it comes to how much your case might be worth. That’s why online pain and suffering calculators are so popular. They offer quick estimates based on your medical bills, lost wages, and the severity of your injuries. These tools can seem helpful in a
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The morning of April 20, 2010, began like any other on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico. By nightfall, an unprecedented disaster would unfold, claiming 11 lives and eventually resulting in $65 billion in damages. This catastrophic event stands as a stark reminder of the devastating potential of oil rig accidents
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Learn About the Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association The Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (DCDLA) stands is dedicated to protecting and ensuring constitutional rights in criminal cases through education, cooperation, and advocacy. The Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (DCDLA) is one of the oldest criminal defense organizations in the United States, established in 1949. The
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