When someone is involved in a serious motor vehicle accident, they often suffer many damages: medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, pain, and suffering. Since there is so much at stake, it’s important that you put yourself in the absolute best position to be successful in winning your lawsuit should settlements fail. This may include…
What Happens if You Buy Alcohol for a Minor in Texas?
For many young people, turning 21 means being able to legally purchase alcohol for the first time. However, sometimes individuals do not wait until the age of 21 to buy it; sometimes they do so illegally. While it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to purchase alcohol in any state, the laws…
Is a Garage a Habitation for Purposes of Burglary?
When you break into a habitation without permission from the owner and commit theft or attempt to commit theft, it is called burglary. Burglary is considered a second-degree felony in the state of Texas. What is a ‘Habitation?’ Under state law, a habitation is defined as “a structure or vehicle that is adapted for the…
How Are Online Solicitation Cases Defended in Texas
Online solicitation is a very serious offense in Texas. If you are charged with online solicitation you need to speak with an experienced and aggressive attorney immediately. Under Texas law, online solicitation can be committed in several ways. First, a person who is 17 years of age or older commits the offense by communicating through…
How to get your prostitution case dismissed in Houston
Effective September 1, 2021, attempting to purchase sex has become a felony. This is an aggressive move by the Texas government and makes Texas the first state to make a first-time prostitution offense a felony. Specifically, a first-time prostitution offense has gone from being a Class “B” misdemeanor, punishable by up to 180 days in…
What Should You Do If You Were Injured by a Dog Bite?
When we think of dogs, we often think of loving companions who enjoy playing and snuggling with their human families. After all, dogs are known as “man’s best friend.” But although many people share beautiful relationships with dogs, not all dogs are full of tail wags and kisses. Unfortunately, sometimes dogs become aggressive and bite. …
What is Considered Stalking in Texas?
Healthy relationships should be positive and mutually beneficial. However, not all relationships are healthy; sometimes they may even result in domestic violence. The actions of one party may even become threatening, offensive, or provocative. Stalking, which can be a type of domestic violence, includes harassing contact that would make a reasonable person believe that you…
Injured in a Car Accident While Pregnant? Here’s What You Should Know
Car accidents are often terrifying experiences due to the fact that they can cause a great risk of injury. Even scarier is when the driver or passenger in an accident is a pregnant woman. When this is the case there are even more potential issues and the stakes are even higher. This is why it’s…
Can the Police Legally Lie to You?
For many people, the police represent the pillars of any peaceful community. That’s why many people assume that a police officer must always tell the truth when asked a question. However, this assumption isn’t correct. In fact, Texas police officers may disguise their identities when they are investigating a potential crime. Aside from their identities,…
Texas Leads the Way for Making Purchasing Sex a Felony
It’s not new that buying sex is illegal. However, as of September 1, 2021, prostitution in Texas will become more serious. A new state law, House Bill 1540, makes purchasing sex, which was previously a Class B misdemeanor, a felony. Along with this change come more serious penalties. Texas is the first state in the…
