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...
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...
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...
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....
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....
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...
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...
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...
Before it happens to you, you may not think you could ever admit to a crime you did not commit. Most people cannot imagine giving a false confession, but it does happen. According to the American Psychological Association, Law enforcement officials who do not actively...
There is a multitude of penalties associated with a DWI charge in Texas. One of them is the Texas courts requiring you to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle after certain kinds of DWI offenses. While all 50 states have ignition interlock devices, the...