When categorizing crimes, you will most likely hear the terms felony and misdemeanor used most often. While the definitions of these terms can vary from state to state, it’s important to understand the key differences between the two from the severity of the crime itself to the trial length. Read More...

Bail is the amount of money required to be released from jail until a required court appearance occurs. In some cases, bail may be several thousands—or even a million dollars. But for others, it can be only a few hundred dollars. So how do judges determine how much you need to pay? Read More...

You have likely read about or seen a video of the pool party incident in McKinney, Texas. A police officer drew a gun on a group of teenagers, then threw a 14-year-old girl to the ground and cuffed her. Witnesses captured the incident on video and it has since gone viral. Read More...

If you find yourself confused about the differences between parole and probation, you are not alone. These two legal terms confuse many people. Read More...

An accusation of embezzlement needs to be taken seriously. Employers can jump the gun and make these accusations without all the facts. Even so, be careful not to dismiss the charges too hastily. They carry with them both immediate and long-term repercussions, including the possibility of a criminal record. It is wise to obtain legal counsel before the case progresses too far. Read More...

If you’ve been listening, watching or surfing the news, you’ve probably heard that Texas Gov. Rick Perry has been indicted by a grand jury on two counts. The first is abuse of his official powers as governor, a charge of first degree felony. The second count is coercion of a public servant, namely Rosemary Lehmberg, the District Attorney for Travis County, a third degree felony under Texas law. There is a significant amount of factual detail contained within the grand jury’s indictment documentation, going far beyond the headlines in the news. Here are some of the underlying facts to shed some light on this complicated legal matter. Read More...

One of the most feared financial processes anyone can endure, being audited, is never an invited exchange of communication with the Internal Revenue Service. However, if you are being audited, it isn't the end of the world. At the same time, poor decisions could cost you a significant amount of money. While you can complete the audit yourself, the best option is to get a tax attorney as early on in the process as possible. The following information briefly explains a few important facets of a tax audit. Read More...