Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes, Theft
Misdemeanor theft is often associated with shoplifting by customers. But an employee may also be arrested and charged with a… Continue reading Does a Store Cashier Commit Theft When Giving an Unauthorized Discount?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce
One of the trickier issues in a Galveston divorce is dividing a spouse’s retirement or pension plan. These assets are… Continue reading When Is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order Necessary in a Galveston Divorce Case?
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Not all Galveston divorces end up in a lengthy court battle. To the contrary, many divorces are resolved through formal… Continue reading How Informal Settlement Can Resolve Your Galveston Divorce
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Appeals
In the wrong hands, a car is a deadly weapon. That is why Texas law treats DWI accidents harshly. If… Continue reading When Is Driving “Under the Influence” the Cause of Manslaughter?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Family Law
Texas courts base child support orders on a non-custodial parent’s income and other “net resources.” But what happens when a… Continue reading What Happens to My Child Support Obligations If I Am in Jail?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI, Traffic Offenses
Many traffic violations in the Houston area are the result of improper equipment rather than reckless driving. A police officer… Continue reading Dealing With Traffic Violations Arising From Improper Equipment
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce
In any Galveston divorce case, neither spouse is automatically entitled to alimony. The court has the discretion to order “spousal… Continue reading Can I Receive Alimony If I Am Disabled or My Children Have Special Needs?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime
Drug crimes cases in the Houston often rely heavily on the testimony of police officers. We trust law enforcement to… Continue reading Texas Court Affirms Drug Conviction Despite Police Misconduct
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Adultery, Divorce
Adultery can mean different things depending on the context. Psychologists often speak of “emotional adultery” when referring to spouses who… Continue reading Can My Spouse’s Online Activities Prove Adultery?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Every crime in Texas is categorized by the Penal Code as either a felony or a misdemeanor. And while felony… Continue reading Misdemeanor Crimes: A Basic Overview
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