Collaborative divorce is an alternative to the traditional litigation model divorce. Meaning, instead of going into a courtroom and having public, emotionally draining, and expensive hearings, you have a series of private, confidential meetings … [Read more...]
The Texas Dram Shop Act, Part I: Basics
Regulation of the provision of alcohol has existed in this state in one form or another since at least the 19th Century. As early as 1887, for example, the first iteration of Texas’ Dram Shop Act was passed.[1] This statute prohibited tavern keepers … [Read more...]
The Great Texas Warrant Roundup
Have you heard about The Great Texas Warrant Roundup? For the last several years, the state of Texas has sponsored the Roundup, with more than 300 jurisdictions taking part in the Roundup as of 2015. The 2016 Roundup is just around the corner! … [Read more...]
So You Have an Appointment with the Devil?
Ok, so lets just call the "Devil" the Independent Medical Examiner or IME. The insurance carrier can request that you see one of their own chosen doctors once every 180 days OR after you have seen a Designated Doctor (DWC Appointed). Within all of … [Read more...]
Supreme Court agrees to hear DAPA Case
Back in November 2014, President Obama announced plans to shield 5 million illegal immigrants from deportation. Under the plan, those people in the U.S. illegally who are parents of U.S. citizens and permanent residents would be allowed to remain … [Read more...]
Why does it take so long?
I try to warn clients during our first meeting, that SSA will not move quickly. This is hard to accept since most people are in dire financial situations and without health insurance during this time period. In 2015, the national average … [Read more...]
NEW TEXAS OPEN CARRY LAW
Beginning January 1,2016 Texans with a concealed handgun license (CHL), now to be called license to carry (LTC), will be able to openly carry their handgun in most public places as long as the handgun is in a shoulder or belt holster. … [Read more...]
Child Custody
Child custody is a broad topic that covers a wide array of family law. For example, when a parent to a child says they are going to “put child support” on the other parent, they are actually going to get involved in a case that must involve custody … [Read more...]
INTOXICATED MANSLAUGHTER ( Section 49.08 Penal Code )
A person commits an offense if the person operates a motor vehicle in a public place and is intoxicated and because of the intoxication causes death of another by accident or mistake. This offense has a possible punishment of up to 20 years in prison … [Read more...]
Driving Too Close in Texas ( Section 545.062 Transportation Code )
What Are The Rules On Driving too Close In Texas ? An operator will, if following another vehicle, maintain an assured clear distance between the two vehicles so, considering the speed of the vehicles, traffic, and the conditions of the highway, the … [Read more...]
Beating the Timer: Statutes of Limitations and the Discovery Rule in Personal Injury Action
Most people are vaguely aware that there are deadlines associated with the filing of a lawsuit. In general these ‘deadlines’ can be classed under the moniker of “statutes of limitation.” As the Supreme Court has explained, “statutes of limitation…are … [Read more...]
Affidavits of Support – Income
Affidavits of Support can be very tricky to deal with and I would suggest getting an immigration attorney if there is any confusion at all. Affidavits of Support come up most often when a family member would like to petition another family member … [Read more...]
