San Antonio Legal Blog
Why you may want to think twice before accepting a plea bargain
The term “plea bargain” implies that it offers some real benefit for the person considering accepting it. Prosecutors offer plea bargains as a way to keep cases out of court and get a conviction. In exchange for admitting guilt, those accepting a plea bargain...
How to document denied parenting time for enforcement in Texas
One of the most frustrating aspects of shared custody in a Texas divorce will undoubtedly be how one parent may wind up subject to the whims of the other when it comes to spending time with their shared children. When the courts issue a custody order, the expectant...
The reason you need to give commercial trucks space on the road
When you drive in close proximity to commercial vehicles, you likely experience a natural sense of nervousness because of how much bigger and higher they are than you. Your brain makes you feel fear because there is a threat posed by that bigger vehicle to you as a...
It’s up to you to make your children comfortable in 2 homes
You and your spouse decided to have children, and they are, whether they want to be or not, a part of your divorce. You need to work out how to divide your time with them and how to make them comfortable living between homes. It’s a big adjustment. So, how can you...
Is drowsy driving just as bad as drunk driving?
We all learn the risks of drunk driving, either while in training with an instructor or simply by watching the news. It’s illegal for a reason. Drunk drivers may think that they can drive safely enough, but the truth is that they cause a lot of accidents and it leads...
Plane crashes and kills 3 due to suspected electrical issues
Aviation accidents aren’t as common as car crashes or other kinds of incidents, but when they do happen, they tend to lead to fatalities. When they do, it’s important that the victims’ families understand their right to compensation and support at such a difficult...
Don’t turn your kids into messengers after your divorce
Having to communicate with your ex about the kids might not be on the top of your list of things you want to do. Unfortunately, this is just a part of sharing children after your divorce. Even though it isn’t necessarily pleasant, you and your ex should work together...
Identifying trucker negligence when truck accidents occur
The legal term, negligence, seems so neat and tidy to victims injured in truck accidents. However, knowing or believing a truck driver was negligent is much different than proving negligence caused or contributed to the crash. To prove negligence, you must show the...
What factors make a parent unfit for custody in Texas?
The process of determining child support and custody arrangements is one of the most painful elements of any Texas divorce. Both parents typically want a custody plan that meets the best interests of their children. Unfortunately, what one or both parents feel is best...
Dash cam video may help you prove fault in car accidents
If you spend any time on media sharing sites like YouTube, you have probably seen some crazy and dangerous car accidents captured on video. These videos are frightening because they show you what could happen when you come car-to-car with a negligent motorist. Aside...
