Month: November 2013

The law doesn't always have to pertain serious matters. Sometimes law makers just want to have a good laugh, which is when they make up crazy laws. While it might not happen exactly like this, you'd wonder though where some of the below listed laws came from. Let's...

Desk jobs are commonly regarded as very safe compared to most blue-collar jobs. Accidents do however also occur in an office setting. Getting hurt on the job can have significant consequences, such as medical costs, loss of wages and potentially costs related to...

Tailgating other cars is a very dangerous habit that could get you and other drivers into a car crash. Such a car crash can not only cause injuries to yourself and/or other involved people, in Texas if you rear-end a car, you will almost certainly be held responsible...

Hiring a criminal defense lawyer is something you hope you will never have to do. If you are facing criminal charges however, you'll need a good criminal defense lawyer who will go the extra mile to defend your rights and keep you out of jail. Since hiring a criminal...

Commuting to work or school/university by bicycle is becoming more popular in the US. Bicycles provide a great way of transportation for covering shorter distances. They're cheap to purchase and don't need expensive gas, they're environmentally friendly, help you...

Winter is coming, and that means possible ice and snow on the roads. These road conditions can be dangerous, especially if you are unfamiliar with how to drive in them. Here are some tips to keep in mind when driving on ice or snow and some ways to prepare for the...

Domestic violence happens more often than people think. Statistics regarding domestic violence show how widespread the problem is. If you are a victim of domestic violence, it is crucial that you act immediately. While standing up to your abuser is not easy, not...

In recent decades more and more alternative sentences have been established to help minor offenders rehabilitate without having to go to prison. Drug courts offer alternative sentencing for drug abusers. While they only used to be an option for first time offenders,...

While the number has greatly dropped in recent years, still a significant amount of drivers registered in Texas are driving around without the minimum insurance coverage that is mandatory by Texas law. In Dallas County, almost 1 out of 6 motorists is not insured....

It's a sad story that you read about all too often; another bicyclist is struck and injured, sometimes even killed, by a motor vehicle. While it is understandable that accidents happen, it is often seen that drivers behind the wheel become too casual and negligent of...