Does Juvenile Law Differ From Adult Law?
When it comes to the law, there are some significant differences between crimes carried out by juveniles and those carried out by adults. Or rather, some big differences in how those crimes are punished. This is because juveniles – in most cases, a child between the...
How Can I Know If Divorce Mediation Is Right For Me?
Every wedding is different, every marriage is different, and that means every divorce is going to be different – mainly because every person is different. With this in mind, and understand that divorce itself involves a significant number of difficult decisions, it...
How Do You Qualify for Social Security Disability in Texas?
If you are a resident of Texas and are no longer able to work due to a disability, Social Security Disability Benefits may be an option for you. Here is what you should know if you’re hoping to qualify: What should you do? Just like any case you make to the...
Things You Should Never Say At The Scene Of A Car Accident
Getting into a car accident, even a small one, can be very scary. Most people are shaken up and nervous in that situation, so it can be hard to think clearly. Here are a few things that should never be said at the scene of a car accident, no matter whose fault it was....
When Can I File a Defective Product Lawsuit?
Product liability is what holds a manufacturer, seller or retailer of a product responsible if they allow a product that is defective to reach a consumer. This is true to the case, no matter if the consumer has been considered negligent or not. There are many laws...
Basics of a Texas Personal Injury Lawsuit
At some point in your life, you might be in an accident or be harmed through something that isn’t your fault and find yourself needing to file a personal injury claim. If this is you, it can feel like a bit of a minefield sifting through information and you may be...
What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Death in any circumstances is tragic and can leave those who knew the person in question feeling emotional, upset and lost. Yet, when it comes to a death that was caused due to negligence or malicious intent, those emotions can also be accompanied with feelings of...
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
If you find yourself in the situation where you need to hire a personal injury attorney, it is important to take the time to find one that will best represent your case. Dealing with an unexpected injury can be difficult and expensive, and seeking compensation for...
Most Common Causes of Construction Accidents
The construction industry is notorious for its high accident rate. Some of these accidents may be genuinely unforeseeable. Many, however, could have and should have been prevented. Here are some of the common types of construction accidents. Falls In the case of...
What Is the Statute of Limitations in Texas for Personal Injuries?
A statute of limitations is basically the length of time a person (or the police) has to take legal action about an issue. Statutes of limitation can vary depending on location and the nature of the issue. Personal Injury claims in Texas The default statute of...