The way alcohol metabolizes in your body can have a major effect on your case if you’re accused of a DWI. Driving while intoxicated is against the law, but you can only be convicted if it can be proven that you were impaired at the time of the traffic stop. Your...
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Most people think about divorce. Here’s how to know if your spouse is.
Have you ever wondered if your spouse is thinking about divorce? Maybe there haven’t been any major changes in life, but you’re just worried that they’re thinking of ending the relationship. How do you know without asking them and causing the situation to escalate?...
Can you get a DWI while boating in Texas?
Texas takes alcohol-related offenses seriously, which is why you should understand when you can or cannot drink alcohol while operating a vehicle. In Texas, a person is guilty of boating while intoxicated if they are intoxicated when they’re driving the watercraft....
Accused of murder? Here’s what you should know
Murder is a serious offense, and it can land you in prison for life under some circumstances. By being accused of murder, you’ll know that the prosecution believes that you knowingly, intentionally, recklessly or negligently caused another person’s death. In Texas,...
How reliable are breathalyzers?
As a standard device used to determine a person's level of intoxication, a breathalyzer must provide accurate results. However, more and more frequently, the accuracy of breathalyzers face questions that undermine that status. This means that people charged with drunk...
How Does a Custody and Visitation Proceeding Work in Texas?
Child custody and visitation proceedings generally follow the same structure, though they can vary depending on your situation. In the state of Texas, the legal term for custody is conservatorship, and the term for visitation is possession and access. Parents must get...
Understanding the Difference Between Assault and Battery
Some jurisdictions draw a distinction between assault and battery. In those jurisdictions, assault is generally defined as the threat of bodily harm that reasonably causes fear in the victim. Battery, in contrast, is generally defined as unwanted physical contact that...
What to Consider When Developing a Fair Visitation Schedule
Developing a fair visitation schedule is an important part of your family’s transition to a new phase in life. It is important to divide time with the child as evenly as possible, while working within the confines of each parent’s schedule. Above all else, the...
The Risks of Talking to the Police—Even If You’re Completely Innocent
Some people mistakenly believe that they are legally obligated to talk to the police whenever asked. Whether intimidated by the power and authority that police represent, or driven by the desire to help law enforcement in their community, talking to the police can...
Why You Always Need an Attorney to Fight Your Legal Battles
Is it worth representing yourself to skip the lawyer’s fee? It may be tempting to think of the money you’ll save when you forgo your right to an attorney, but in reality, you stand to lose a lot more without one. The specialized education, training, and experience of...