What You Should Know Before Speaking with the Police Most people know that when talking to the police, they need to tell the truth. And that if they don’t, they can get themselves in trouble. But did you know that the investigators don’t have to be truthful? In fact, they can flat-out lie about the […]
When Your Phone Call from Jail Can and Can’t Be Used Against You You were just arrested and thrown in jail. You have been waiting for hours to get that one phone call. Finally, they come and get you and bring you to the phone. Who do you call? And what do you say? The […]
Why Documenting an Accident Scene Is Critical Documenting an accident scene is critical in proving what took place as well as who or what is responsible for what happened. Today, almost everyone has a smartphone they can use to record the scene of an accident, including any interaction with law enforcement. In this article, we […]
Police’s Actions Questioned After an Officer Receives Lap Dance from Underage Dancer The tactics used by undercover officers that led to the temporary shutdown of Fantasy Plaza, a Houston strip club, are being questioned after a lawsuit was filed on behalf of the club. In June of 2017, the Houston Police Department received information that […]
How to Make the Best First Impression In court is arguably where first impressions matter the most. The way you present yourself in court largely affects the judge or jury’s decision. After all, our appearance affects how people think of us. It not only shows how we care for ourselves but gives insight into who […]
Know Your Rights Before Speaking to Law Enforcement When a police officer wants to speak with you, it is typically because they are conducting a criminal investigation. But unless you are a victim of a crime, it is never in your best interest to talk to law enforcement. It is our Fifth Amendment Constitutional right […]
Houston Police Enforce Decade-old Charitable Feeding Ordinance Several charitable organizations, including Food Not Bombs, say they won’t stop feeding Houston’s homeless community despite being warned by law enforcement to stop. Shere Dore, a member of the collective of independent volunteers, believes the sudden enforcement of the decade-old ordinance is part of an effort to revitalize […]
Tips on What You Should and Should Not Say Following an Auto Accident No one thinks they will be involved in a serious car accident. In fact, accidents typically happen when we least expect them. So, when you are involved in a crash, you are often overwhelmed with questions. What should I do? What should […]
In Texas, Performing an Abortion Is Now a Felony Punishable by up to Life in Prison On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court made a landmark decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization in which the court held that the U.S. Constitution does not confer the right to abortion. This decision […]
