If you are facing DWI charges, you likely have a number of different issues to take into consideration. For example, you need to think about your future, such as the impact these allegations could have on your career, as well as the potential financial impact of the...
Year: 2020
When officers can request a mandatory blood draw
The goal of law enforcement when officers suspect someone is guilty of driving while intoxicated is to gather as much evidence as possible. They want the prosecution to have the proof necessary to secure the conviction of someone who drives impaired. However, the...
Can judicial misconduct ruin your case?
Participating in a court trial following your criminal charges is stressful enough. Feeling as though court officials have acted negligently or have discriminated against you can deepen your worry for the future. Under the United States Constitution, you have the...
3 quick FAQs about receiving payment after an injury
If you have experienced a serious injury, you may be facing weeks, months or years of recovery: possibly even permanent disability. In addition to medical bills, you may have to take time off work, or even stop working entirely. Whether your injury is the result of an...
How can you get an ignition interlock device?
Realizing that you cannot drive because of your DWI charge can cause frustration to say the least. Depending on the seriousness of your offense, a license suspension could last for several months in Texas and up to a year in some cases. With the implementation of...
Reporting requirements of the sex offender registry
A person convicted of a sex crime in Texas may be ordered to register as a sex offender. Participation in the state's sex offender registry program entails many things, including the requirement to provide certain information to the program. Failure to comply with all...
Defense against alien smuggling charges
Border states such as Texas experience a significant number of non-citizens arriving every day. With immigration issues becoming a prominent part of local and national platforms, a conviction of bringing in or harboring certain aliens can change your life and affect...
Drunk while intoxicated and getting a job
Driving while intoxicated in Texas may impact a person's life in more ways than one, including their opportunity to find or maintain employment. People who understand the impact of driving drunk on their employment opportunities may think twice about engaging in such...
Air brake failure contributes to nearly 30% of truck crashes
Most of today's commercial truck drivers rely on air brake systems when maneuvering their trucks down steep hills. Yet, research shows that air brake failure issues are a leading cause of commercial truck crashes. Prone to failing in two specific ways, air brake...
Is it safe to flush unused medications?
Prescriptions are only valid temporarily. Once your prescription is no longer active, it is illegal for you to retain any unused portion of the medication. If you have a prescription medication that you no longer need, you have a responsibility to dispose of it...