One of our most frequently asked questions is, what should I do if I am pulled over during the holidays? Everyone knows lawyers can’t give a straight answer so here is what you’re expecting: it depends! Our recommendation — refuse the field sobriety tests and take a breath test. Wonder why? Keep reading. During the ..read more

With car accidents on the rise in the United States, it’s important to know what to do in case you find yourself in one. Your actions following an accident can have a definite impact on your financial recovery. At any point, you could be implicating yourself as the one to blame, diminishing your injuries, or ..read more

Were you or a loved one arrested recently for DWI (driving while intoxicated)? If so, you might wonder whether the police actually have sufficient evidence for a Texas DWI case, such as a reliable breathalyzer or blood test result or testimony from an eyewitness. You might also wonder whether there may be evidence of your ..read more

Depending on your age, you may face either a DWI (driving while intoxicated) or a DUI (driving under the influence) charge if you operated a vehicle while intoxicated in Texas. The difference between DWI and DUI in Texas laws applies to the age of the charged driver. If you’re 21 or older, the DWI charge ..read more

There are many reasons not to ride in a car driven by a drunk person. You put yourself, the other driver, and others at risk of harm—and even death—due to the driver’s intoxication. However, another reason is that you put yourself at risk of legal consequences. Those aren’t the only reasons not to ride with ..read more

Were you arrested for a DWI in Houston? You may feel a rush of panic, fear, and uncertainty, but know that an arrest does not automatically mean guilt or a conviction. The steps you take during and immediately following the DWI arrest can significantly impact your case’s outcome. This article covers some of the steps ..read more

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) occurs in Texas when a person operates a motor vehicle in a public space while intoxicated. Per Texas Penal Code § 49, a person is deemed intoxicated if their blood, urine, or breath has an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or greater. If you have been charged with a DWI, you are innocent ..read more

The outcome of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge in Harris County can significantly affect your life. Besides being found guilty or not guilty at trial, one way to resolve your case favorably is through the Harris County DWI pre-trial intervention program.  Pre-trial intervention—also known as diversion—is similar to probation. The program is designed to ..read more