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
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?
18-Wheeler Accidents are More Common Than You Think
18-Wheeler accidents happen more often than you might think. Commercial trucks are the largest transporter of goods in the United States, and there are approximately three million 18-wheelers registered in the country. Roughly 500,000 accidents involving large trucks occur every year in the U.S. The … [Read more...] about 18-Wheeler Accidents are More Common Than You Think
How Common are DWI Blood Warrants in Texas
When you get pulled over for a DWI in Texas, the officer can ask you to submit to a breath or blood test. If you deny consent, the officer can get a blood search warrant if specific criteria are met. A blood search warrant allows a medical professional to collect a suspect’s blood sample and test it … [Read more...] about How Common are DWI Blood Warrants in Texas
Can I Be Fired for Being Accused of a DUI?
One of the first questions clients ask after being accused of a DUI is “Will I lose my job?” In Texas, the answer is “it depends.” It is possible to be fired for a DUI/DWI arrest or conviction in Sugar Land, Texas. At-Will Employment in Texas Texas is an at-will employment state. This means that … [Read more...] about Can I Be Fired for Being Accused of a DUI?
Possibility of Probation in Intoxication Manslaughter
If you are facing intoxication manslaughter charges, you are probably overwhelmed and scared about the potential of a conviction changing your entire life. It is critical to reaching out to a local criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. A qualified Sugar Land defense attorney will argue for … [Read more...] about Possibility of Probation in Intoxication Manslaughter
Can You be Charged with a DWI from Prescription Drugs in Sugar Land?
Most people associate DWIs with alcohol and illegal drugs. You may be surprised to find out that you can be also be arrested for a DWI if you are under the influence of prescription drugs. In Sugar Land, you can be convicted of a DWI if you operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of ANY … [Read more...] about Can You be Charged with a DWI from Prescription Drugs in Sugar Land?
A DUI Conviction Could Hinder Your Teaching Career
As one of the most trusted and respected members of a community, teachers make a tremendous impact on our children. Many teachers act as lifelong mentors for students that want much more out of an education than developing rote memorization skills. Because of the high standards expected from … [Read more...] about A DUI Conviction Could Hinder Your Teaching Career
ALR Hearing for DWI
In the State of Texas, the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) program represents a process used by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to suspend and/or disqualify the driver licenses of vehicle operators that are arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Boating While Intoxicated … [Read more...] about ALR Hearing for DWI