How to Extend or Modify a Protective Order in a Texas Domestic Violence Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

If you have a Texas protective order for your security and the safety of your family, it can be terrifying… Continue reading How to Extend or Modify a Protective Order in a Texas Domestic Violence Case

When Must Police Mirandize You Following a DWI Accident?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

Houston-area police will not cut you any slack following an accident where they suspect you were driving drunk. DWI accidents… Continue reading When Must Police Mirandize You Following a DWI Accident?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI

We all make mistakes. But not all mistakes are treated the same under the law. If you have one too… Continue reading What Happens If the Police Mishandle My DWI Breathalyzer Test?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence charges of any kind are serious. But Texas law pays special attention to cases where the defendant is… Continue reading Texas Man Receives 30-Year Sentence for Choking Ex-Fiancé

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI, Traffic Offenses

For most Houston-area residents, our primary interaction with the police comes during citations for traffic violations. A traffic stop is… Continue reading When Are You Free to Leave a Traffic Stop in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce

When a Texas divorce case involves minor children of the two parties, a court must address such issues as custody,… Continue reading What are the Child’s Best Interests Factors Under Galveston, TX Custody Laws?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime

“Running away won’t solve your problems.” Perhaps your parents told you that when you were a kid. It is certainly… Continue reading You Can’t Avoid Jail for Drug Charges By Avoiding the Court

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

When you are tried for any kind of criminal offense in Texas, the trial judge is responsible for instructing the… Continue reading What Happens When a Houston Criminal Court Judge Gives Bad Jury Instructions?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce

While parties are free to agree on property division in a divorce case, in the event of a dispute, Texas… Continue reading Dividing Business Interests in Galveston, TX Divorce Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar Crime

In cases involving white collar crimes, it is not uncommon for a state or federal court to require a convicted… Continue reading Can I Be Required to Pay Restitution If I’m Convicted of Fraud?