Criminal Defense

Criminal charges in all forms are serious and can directly impact the rights and freedom of Texas residents. When a person learns that they have been charged with a crime, they can take proactive steps to protect themselves and their options for preparing their...

You’ve got this nagging feeling that something’s not quite right. You’ve heard people talk about an investigation going on. Is it about you? Signs that you’re under investigation There are some telltale signs that mean you may be under investigation. If you’re trying...

You're probably thinking, "What kind of strategy can a criminal defendant actually have? Either you're guilty or you're not, right?"Not exactly. Under the American legal system, you're innocent until proven guilty -- which places a substantial burden on the...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) doesn't consider every failure to pay the correct taxes an act of fraud. Plenty of people make mistakes on their tax returns simply because they don't fully understand them. Others are simply poor bookkeepers. Some rely heavily on...

Texas has long been the land where criminal justice is thought of as swift and unyielding -- but that may be changing. Is Texas about to take a more progressive approach toward criminal justice?Here's what to expect in 2020: Possible bail reformsThe cash bail system...

When you do business with the government, the government is inclined to take a pretty close look at any discrepancies or red flags. That's a major concern if your medical office participates in the Medicaid and/or Medicare programs.Medical fraud is estimated to cost...

Since 1963, anyone accused of a felony is guaranteed the right to an attorney -- even if they can't afford to pay for one privately. That law was designed to create access to equal justice for all, regardless of their income.Yet, somehow, that isn't how things have...

For decades, it didn't matter what part of the cannabis plant was being used. It was all considered illegal under federal law.Now, changing social norms are being gradually reflected in laws that decriminalize numerous cannabis products -- including hemp. When the...

Law enforcement agencies take credit card skimming seriously. This is a form of credit card theft that involves stealing another person's credit card information by placing a small device -- a skimmer -- on a credit/debit card reader. Most people outside of law...

In recent years, several states have legalized recreational possession of marijuana. However, Texas seems unlikely to be joining this list in the near future. State law is currently very strict when it comes to this drug. For one, being found guilty of possessing even...