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U.S. Supreme Court Considers Whether to Authorize Warrantless Blood Tests in DUI Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court will soon issue a decision in a case heard early this year about the right of law enforcement to forcibly take a blood sample for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) testing of the volume of alcohol in your blood. In the case of Missouri v. McNeely, the nation’s highest court is weighing…
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What Every Texas Driver Should Know about Field Sobriety Tests [Part II]
This is Part II of our multi-part blog post discussing important information that drivers should know about field sobriety tests (FSTs) if they are stopped after consuming alcohol. Part I of this blog provided an overview of the types of FSTs that may be administered whereas Part II focuses on key issues relevant to effectively…
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What Every Texas Driver Should Know about Field Sobriety Tests [Part I]
If you have been arrested in Texas for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will almost certainly be asked to submit to field sobriety tests (FSTs). While these tests are often played for laughs in movies, these tests should be taken very seriously because they may determine whether you are arrested for…
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A Primer for Division of Assets and Debts in a Texas Divorce
Property division is an important aspect of most divorces, but the distribution of community property assets and debts between spouses takes on special importance in Texas because of our state’s limitation on availability, amount and duration of spousal maintenance (referred to as “alimony” or “spousal support” in other states). This primer on property division in…
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Why You Are the First Line of Defense in a Texas DUI Case
When drivers see the flashing lights in your rearview mirror after a night with friends or family and a few drinks, the sense of dread that envelopes most drivers is understandable. The inevitable interaction you are about to have with a law enforcement officer will determine whether you drive home or the officer hauls you…
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Key Mistakes to Avoid When Navigating a Texas Divorce
While retaining a competent experienced Texas divorce attorney can provide an effective way to protect your interests during a divorce, any party to a divorce also can take steps to avoid certain mistakes that adversely impact the outcome of one’s marital dissolution. If you have questions about how to handle certain issues, your attorney can…
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Why Domestic Violence Allegations Are Important in Texas Child Custody Cases
While an amicable relationship with the other parent in a Texas divorce is usually in the best interest of minor children and both parents, sometimes this is simply not a realistic alternative. The process of developing timeshare and custody arrangements may be difficult when certain issues are present, including an uncooperative co-parent, domestic violence, substance…
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Balancing Amicable Negotiations & Litigation in Texas Child Custody Cases
If you and your spouse are one of the 80,000 couples annually that navigate the divorce process, you may be apprehensive and stressed about an uncertain future. While the divorce process can be emotionally trying, less conflict usually is better for both spouses and their children where possible. An experienced Texas divorce attorney can assist…
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Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for You?
Although an increasing number of couples are entering into prenuptial agreements prior to marriage, there is still a feeling among many that prenuptial agreements undermine the full commitment or trust that is fundamental to a marital relationship. When considering a marital partnership, it can be helpful to draw an analogy to business partners – marriage…
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DWI Crime Ends With Four Children Seriously Injured
In our lives we are faced with decisions each day that ultimately impacts our present, and our future. Whether we are deciding upon what we would like to eat today, whether or not we should have a night on the town, or simply if we should by the sweater or not; we are constantly faced…