When Texas passed H.B. 1540 on September 1, 2021, it became the first state in America to make solicitation of prostitution a felony. Traditionally, Texas law enforcement’s focus on prostitution has been on the sellers, but these new penalties show a change to equally target buyers of sex. Texas … [Read more...] about New Texas Law Targets Soliciting Prostitution
Neighbor’s Assault Can Result in Personal Injury
Neighbor disputes in Fort Bend County are not uncommon, and in extreme cases, these disputes can turn physical with an assault and battery. The first option most people think of after being physically attacked by a neighbor is pursuing criminal charges. Many people do not realize that they may also … [Read more...] about Neighbor’s Assault Can Result in Personal Injury
Train Accident Results in Death
On October 23, 2021, three people died as a result of a train and two-vehicle accident in Bloomington, Texas. Steven Carreon, a 34-year-old from Port Lavaca, was traveling at a high rate of speed down Highway 185 when he hit the back of a Nissan Altima. 51-year-old Minerva Reyes was driving the … [Read more...] about Train Accident Results in Death
Long-Term Effects of Brain Injury
The brain is a complex organ that controls every process that regulates our body (thought, memory, emotion, touch, motor skills, vision, breath, temperature, hunger, etc.). Many individuals who suffer brain injuries will have long-term effects, sometimes for the rest of their lives. If you or a … [Read more...] about Long-Term Effects of Brain Injury
Was Aggressive Driving the Cause of My 18-Wheeler Accident?
Aggressive driving is one of the leading causes of 18-wheeler accidents in Texas. Whether the trucker is running behind schedule, struggling with job-related stress, under the influence, or simply impatient, there is no excuse to drive aggressively. When trucker drives aggressively, they put … [Read more...] about Was Aggressive Driving the Cause of My 18-Wheeler Accident?
Accused of Kidnapping your Child
In Sugar Land, it is a crime for a parent, relative, or other loved one to take, hide, or keep a child from the other parent or person that has rights to the child. Most accusations of kidnapping a loved one are from the other parent of the child. This crime often happens during contentious custody … [Read more...] about Accused of Kidnapping your Child
How Can Wrongful Death Be Proved?
If your spouse, parent, or child has died in a preventable accident or because of a wrongful act, you may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit and seek monetary compensation. However, it is not as simple as going to a Fort Bend County courthouse and stating that your loved one’s death was … [Read more...] about How Can Wrongful Death Be Proved?
Common Causes for Oil Refinery Accidents
Texas oil refineries are one of the most dangerous places to work. Employees must work closely with hazardous chemicals, flammable liquids, and heavy machinery. Oil refinery accidents can leave workers seriously injured or killed. Most refinery accidents could be prevented if employers and owners … [Read more...] about Common Causes for Oil Refinery Accidents
Dog Bites Are No Joke
Dog bites can cause serious physical and emotional injuries, including fractures, lacerations, infections, disfigurement, psychological trauma, and even death. If you or a loved one have suffered a dog bite injury, you should reach out to a qualified Sugar Land dog bite attorney. Capetillo Law Firm … [Read more...] about Dog Bites Are No Joke
Swimming Pool Injuries
Swimming pools offer cool relief from the Texas summers and are a favorite activity for children and families. However, swimming pools do come with great risks. It is important for Fort Bend residents to understand the types of injuries that can occur in or near pools. And if warranted a qualified … [Read more...] about Swimming Pool Injuries
