Everybody in Bexar County should understand how it works: if police pull you over and your blood alcohol content is 0.08 percent or higher on a breath test, you will be convicted of DWI. Like a lot of things that people know, however, this statement hasn’t always turned out to be so. It might not […]
Perhaps you or a person you know are facing assault charges. One of the first things you will want to do is familiarize yourself with the elements of the crime of assault. The prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant committed all of the elements of assault before a defendant can be […]
As Bexar County residents might well imagine, truck accidents can inflict serious injury and death on victims. The federal government has compiled some statistics showing the terrible toll that truck accidents take on the nation’s drivers and passengers each year. Below is a quick summary of some of the government’s findings. In 2014, the most […]
It’s become a topic of hot debate in the sports world: traumatic brain injury. The movie “Concussion” has even pushed the NFL to change its policies. These types of injuries are not limited to the sports field. They often occur in auto accidents. The symptoms can be subtle. Often people mention feeling cloudy. Diagnosis has […]
Being charged with criminal acts in Texas can result in serious penalties and long-term consequences. Regardless of the particular situation, one of the most important things the accused can do is stage a robust criminal defense to have the charges dropped, gain an acquittal or come to a plea agreement. For that, legal help is […]
A concern for Texas residents who have children who play tackle football is the prevalence of traumatic brain injury. Those who played at various levels and are no longer playing also need to be cognizant of the problem, including those who played as kids, in high school, in college and even professionally. Research is ongoing […]
Drivers in San Antonio who are confronted with allegations and an arrest for a DWI offense need to be fully aware of the possibility of being charged with a crime and the potential consequences that accompany a conviction. DWI charges can lead to long-term problems including hefty fines, a loss of driving privileges, jail time […]
The Texas division of the Brain Injury Association of America addresses the concerns of victims of brain injuries in Texas. Greater than 144,000 Texans suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in a single year. In addition, every year in Texas, 5,700 Texans are permanently disabled as a result of a traumatic brain injury. It is estimated […]
As Texas moves from spring into summer, many people will be anticipating hot weather and lots of sunshine. Many people are more exposed to the sun in the summer months, and skin cancer is always a concern for those with any exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Early diagnosis of cancer, including skin cancer, can […]
Every year, numerous people in Bexar County find themselves facing felony charges. It’s natural to find the situation confusing and overwhelming. This is one area where you want to get excellent advice and counsel before making any life-impacting decisions. For example, many people in Texas find that they are being accused of misapplication of fiduciary […]