Sustaining a physical injury can impact your life indefinitely. Changes to your personality, your ability to work and your personal relationships can all happen as the result of a severe injury. Your effort to recover completely will require adherence to your...
Year: 2021
What to do if you are federally charged for money laundering
If you face federal money laundering charges, chances are you feel overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. These charges are serious and can result in up to 20 years in prison and fines as high as $500,000. Contact an attorney to help guide you through this complicated...
Red-light running continues to take lives on U.S. roads
From rural highways to busy city streets, red lights are one of the most important signals on the road. Unfortunately, too many Americans continue to put others in danger by running red lights. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, 849 people lost...
4 causes of car accidents
Motor vehicle accidents occur all too often, and they frequently result in serious injuries or death for those involved. According to the U.S. General Services Administration, auto collisions cause an average of 115 deaths across the U.S. every day. Several factors...
Finding employment after a drug conviction
Serving time because of a drug conviction in Texas may leave people feeling disconnected when the time comes for them to reenter society. One concern they may have is whether or not they can get a job. Even though people may face challenges along the way, they can...
How do doctors treat sprained ankles without surgery?
After slipping and falling on another's property, you sustained a few injuries. Your doctor diagnosed you with a sprained ankle, and you want to know what to expect for your recovery. Boston Medical Center explains non-surgical treatment options for sprained ankles....
What types of drug treatment facilities are available?
If you currently face drug charges, it may help to attend a drug treatment program. Many people with drug charges have a substance abuse disorder and you may look more favorable if you take the necessary steps to end your relationship with recreational drugs....
How do reasonable suspicion and probable cause differ?
Few things can be more unsettling than facing criminal charges. Even merely interacting with an officer may make you feel uneasy, especially if you believe you may be a suspect in a criminal investigation. Still, the U.S. Constitution affords you some fundamental...
How officials may seek to prove human smuggling charges
Law enforcement officials look for signs of possible human smuggling activities, which may include individuals traveling with migrants on the Texas side of the border. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's website notes that smuggling typically occurs when...
What is a field sobriety test?
When an officer pulls you over under reasonable suspicion, they may ask you to take a field sobriety test. This is one of many tools in the law enforcer's arsenal, used to determine whether or not an individual might have hit the road while under the influence. It is...