Dealing with a criminal charge is already a confusing, daunting, and stressful time for defendants and their loved ones. The current pandemic crisis is now throwing extra challenges at those accused of crimes in Texas and across the country. Court systems around the country are taking unprecedented steps to prevent the spreading of the coronavirus…
Having a DWI conviction on your record can not only be embarrassing, it can also become an extra hurdle when applying for a job, housing, or a loan. Until just a few years ago, there was no way to get a DWI conviction sealed. That all changed in 2017 when the Texas legislature made it…
It’s hard to put a run-in with the law behind you when it ends up on your criminal record. Certain arrests or convictions might make it harder for you to get a job, housing, or even join the military. While most convictions cannot be removed from your criminal record, some arrests, charges, and convictions can…
In the world of business and relationship-building, reputation is critical. Whereas reputation used to be based on word of mouth, it is now mostly powered by search engines and databases. Online reviews can make or break a business from getting new clients or opportunities. An employee prospect can be derailed when a Google search reveals…
In the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic, there has been a lot of misinformation spreading quickly, including a rumor that President Trump will quarantine the entire country by using his powers under the Stafford Act. This post explains what the Stafford Act does and discusses why calling for a national quarantine may be a…