When Is Driving “Under the Influence” the Cause of Manslaughter?

Posted 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?

What Happens to My Child Support Obligations If I Am in Jail?

Posted 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?

Posted 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

Posted 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?

Posted 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

Posted 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?

Posted 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

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Legal Tips

Deadly or crippling crash accidents that involve alcohol happen around every 20 minutes in Texas. It is imperative that drivers… Continue reading Driving While Intoxicated: A Basic Overview

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce

In Texas, adultery is not a crime. A spouse will not get a spot on their criminal record, pay a… Continue reading Adultery in Texas: A Basic Overview

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce

If you think that you getting all the required dopes from on-going high-profile cases in Texas, then perhaps you are… Continue reading Why Some Local High-Profile Divorces Cases Hidden From the Texas Public?