The goal of for-profit businesses in Texas is to make money. Some companies sell products, others sell services, but all businesses need employees who create invoices, send them out and then actually collect the money which could be in the form of cards, wire...
Year: 2022
A manslaughter charge could follow a fatal accident
In many cases, a first-time drunk driving charge in Texas will be a misdemeanor offense. This is not always true, especially for commercial drivers and people in certain professions, but many Beaumont residents could find it relatively easy to move on with their lives...
Insurance fraud is a serious Texas white collar charge
Many people in the Beaumont area probably have some dealings with insurance companies. Texans need some automobile insurance to drive, for example, and many lending institutions require those who take out mortgages to maintain homeowner’s insurance. Many of these...
What is the age of consent in Texas?
Adults face serious criminal consequences if they engage in sex with a person under the age of consent, regardless of whether that minor agreed to have sex. The age of consent where a person can consent to sexual activity is 17 years old in Texas. Statutory rape A...
The wrong type of porn can land a person in prison
No matter how one feels about it on a moral or religious level, pornography is a common habit. People with different views on the topic tend to agree that most men and many women are viewing pornography with some regularity. For the most part, this is entirely legal...
Understanding mail fraud
Even though many people use electronic communications more frequently than the mail, mail fraud is one of the most common federal crimes. If a person is charged with mail fraud, he or she may face significant fines and penalties. Mail fraud overview and penalties Mail...
Bankruptcy fraud process and penalties
Many borrowers take out loans in good faith and have every intention of repaying the money they owe. Sometimes despite their best efforts, however, they are unable to do so. Bankruptcy proceedings can offer these borrowers a much-needed fresh start. If a person is...