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What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

A DWI can turn into a felony easily. It is important to know what makes a DWI rise to a felony. It is even more important to hire a lawyer if you’re facing a felony DWI. A felony DWI comes with a lot harsher punishments and is a serious charge. Hiring an experienced DWI lawyer should be your first priority.

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2023-2024 Tennessee Traffic Accident Statistics Released by TDOT

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidents are the fourth leading cause of death among Tennessee residents. It’s ranked third in the U.S. for traffic fatalities. Car accidents can happen in an instant and drastically change (or end) your life. One of the main ways the state of Tennessee tries to reduce

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Wernicke's Encephalopathy

Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Medical Malpractice

A brain disorder that can be caused due to vitamin deficiency, Wernicke’s Encephalopathy can have a devastating impact on your health. It is important for a doctor to diagnose Wernicke’s disease in its early stages; failing to do so can have long-lasting implications on one’s health and could lead to permanent brain damage.  What are Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome?

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Trademark Registration Perks

Trademark Registration Perks

“With great [brands] comes great responsibility.” — Uncle Ben Parker When it comes to proactive brand protection, the absolute best thing a company can do is to obtain a U.S. trademark registration. Obvious Trademark Registration Benefits Legal presumptions about the mark’s ownership and the owner’s right to use the mark. “Constructive notice” of the mark owner’s rights in that mark

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burn injury

Defense Base Act Claims for Burn Injuries

The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a compensation program that covers any medical treatment needed by a civilian who has been an employee of any defense contractors while working for the U.S. military, whether in the country or overseas. If you have a friend, loved one, or relative who has suffered burns while serving their country as a civilian contractor,

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Section 1782: The Little-Known Superpower Used in U.S. Courts to Help Win Foreign Litigations

28 U.S.C. § 1782 (Section 1782) permits production of documents and testimony in the United States for use in foreign litigation. Once granted, Section 1782 subpoenas have the full scope and authority of domestic discovery, providing a powerful tool in foreign litigation. While the statute is seemingly straightforward, navigating the legal landscape of Section 1782 can be challenging. Recent decisions denying

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minimum wage increases

How Businesses Can Prepare for Minimum Wage Increases

Whether mandated by legislation or as a result of market pressure, minimum wage increases are a reality that many businesses must contend with to remain legally compliant and competitive. While the federal minimum wage has gone unchanged since reaching $7.25 in 2009, state, city and county minimum wages increase more frequently, with 22 states effecting minimum wage increases in 2024.

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What Are the Three Types of Courts-Martial?

Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), there are provisions for three different types of courts-martial: summary, special, and general. All are legal proceedings for members of the military, similar to civilian court trials, and each type has a different make up and handles different types and severity of crimes and punishments. If you are a military member facing

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What Paperwork Do I Need to File for Unemployment

What Paperwork Do I Need to File for Unemployment?

Despite the low unemployment rate of 3.8%, millions of American workers are still unemployed and attempting to navigate their state’s unemployment system. In the majority of U.S. jurisdictions, there is a waiting period of one week between the time you file for unemployment and the time you can collect any money. Despite the waiting period, it is best to contact

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What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

What Constitutes Felony DWI in Texas

A DWI can turn into a felony easily. It is important to know what makes a DWI rise to a felony. It is even more important to hire a lawyer if you’re facing a felony DWI. A felony DWI comes with a lot harsher punishments and is a serious charge. Hiring an experienced DWI lawyer should be your first priority.

Read More »

2023-2024 Tennessee Traffic Accident Statistics Released by TDOT

According to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidents are the fourth leading cause of death among Tennessee residents. It’s ranked third in the U.S. for traffic fatalities. Car accidents can happen in an instant and drastically change (or end) your life. One of the main ways the state of Tennessee tries to reduce

Read More »
Wernicke's Encephalopathy

Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Medical Malpractice

A brain disorder that can be caused due to vitamin deficiency, Wernicke’s Encephalopathy can have a devastating impact on your health. It is important for a doctor to diagnose Wernicke’s disease in its early stages; failing to do so can have long-lasting implications on one’s health and could lead to permanent brain damage.  What are Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome?

Read More »
Trademark Registration Perks

Trademark Registration Perks

“With great [brands] comes great responsibility.” — Uncle Ben Parker When it comes to proactive brand protection, the absolute best thing a company can do is to obtain a U.S. trademark registration. Obvious Trademark Registration Benefits Legal presumptions about the mark’s ownership and the owner’s right to use the mark. “Constructive notice” of the mark owner’s rights in that mark

Read More »
burn injury

Defense Base Act Claims for Burn Injuries

The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a compensation program that covers any medical treatment needed by a civilian who has been an employee of any defense contractors while working for the U.S. military, whether in the country or overseas. If you have a friend, loved one, or relative who has suffered burns while serving their country as a civilian contractor,

Read More »

Section 1782: The Little-Known Superpower Used in U.S. Courts to Help Win Foreign Litigations

28 U.S.C. § 1782 (Section 1782) permits production of documents and testimony in the United States for use in foreign litigation. Once granted, Section 1782 subpoenas have the full scope and authority of domestic discovery, providing a powerful tool in foreign litigation. While the statute is seemingly straightforward, navigating the legal landscape of Section 1782 can be challenging. Recent decisions denying

Read More »
minimum wage increases

How Businesses Can Prepare for Minimum Wage Increases

Whether mandated by legislation or as a result of market pressure, minimum wage increases are a reality that many businesses must contend with to remain legally compliant and competitive. While the federal minimum wage has gone unchanged since reaching $7.25 in 2009, state, city and county minimum wages increase more frequently, with 22 states effecting minimum wage increases in 2024.

Read More »

What Are the Three Types of Courts-Martial?

Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), there are provisions for three different types of courts-martial: summary, special, and general. All are legal proceedings for members of the military, similar to civilian court trials, and each type has a different make up and handles different types and severity of crimes and punishments. If you are a military member facing

Read More »
What Paperwork Do I Need to File for Unemployment

What Paperwork Do I Need to File for Unemployment?

Despite the low unemployment rate of 3.8%, millions of American workers are still unemployed and attempting to navigate their state’s unemployment system. In the majority of U.S. jurisdictions, there is a waiting period of one week between the time you file for unemployment and the time you can collect any money. Despite the waiting period, it is best to contact

Read More »

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