It is safe to say that almost no one wants to pay more in federal income taxes than what they are obligated to pay. Therefore, many people take advantage of tax credits and tax deductions found in the federal tax code to lower their tax liability. But when does...
For anyone in Texas, being arrested for drunk driving can be a worrisome experience. In addition to the possibility of jail time, fines and lost driving privileges, it can negatively impact their employment and other objectives in life. For people under 21, it can be...
People in Texas who have criminal convictions may have long-lasting repercussions as a result. The convictions can remain on criminal records for a long period of time and will often show up on background checks. Certain crimes can have long-lasting requirements in...
Diners at an Italian restaurant in north Dallas had their evenings interrupted by an allegedly drunk driver when an SUV driven by the suspect smashed into the restaurant. According to news reports several persons were injured, with at least one suffering critical...
Skimming might seem like a minor white-collar crime, but it can involve complex criminal organizations and cost millions in losses. The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC) has identified hundreds of skimming suspects who may be charged with crimes....
Cryptocurrency is a popular way to invest your money, but is it always safe? One cryptocurrency company went bankrupt in November 2022, and its CEO is now being accused of embezzlement. FTX founder accused of white-collar crimes The U.S. House Financial Services...
Not all crimes are violent, much like not all thefts occur in person. White-collar crimes are serious, causing significant damage to those impacted. As such, the penalties associated with white-collar crimes are serious. Mail theft allegations Based on recent reports,...
It is widely known that people cannot legally drive their vehicles in Texas if they are intoxicated. Those who do risk being arrested and charged with a DWI. If convicted of a DWI, people will face serious consequences. The potential penalties only become worse for...
You have been arrested for driving while intoxicated, but it is not your first rodeo. You have a couple DWIs under your belt and you are familiar with the legal process in such cases. The penalties for a first and second DWI can be costly and inconvenient, but you...
It seems that everyone in Texas, across the nation and all over the world has a cellphone with video recording capabilities. It is a major part of advertising campaigns to emphasize how advanced the new devices are. While this can be beneficial in many ways, it can...
