criminal defense

Debunking 3 Common Criminal Defense Myths

Confronting criminal charges can be an intensely overwhelming experience, often filled with anxiety and uncertainty. Many individuals unwittingly fall victim to common misconceptions about the criminal defense process, which can lead to ill-informed choices that jeopardize their legal standing. That is why recognizing and understanding these misunderstandings is crucial for effectively maneuvering through the complexities…

family law

Understanding Evidence in Your Family Law Case

Navigating a family law case can feel overwhelming. Understanding the legal process, especially the rules surrounding evidence, is crucial. Evidence is simply the information presented to the court to support your side of the story. This post will break down the common types of evidence you might encounter in a family law case. Types of…

federal crime

What Happens if You Are Charged with a Federal Crime in Texas?

When considering arrests and prosecutions, many envision the state court system. However, it is important to recognize that federal law encompasses its own criminal statutes that target specific activities, including drug trafficking, financial fraud, and interstate commerce violations. If an individual is accused of violating these federal laws, their case will proceed in federal court,…

child custody

Understanding Sole Managing Conservatorship in Texas

When parents separate or divorce, one of the most critical decisions revolves around the care and custody of their children. In Texas, the legal term for this is “conservatorship.” Conservatorship dictates the rights and responsibilities each parent has regarding their child. Joint Managing Conservatorship is very common in Texas. In a Joint Managing Conservatorship the…

A foot in a cast rests on a pillow near a window. Crutches are leaning against the wall beside it.

What if I’m injured and it’s the federal government’s fault?

With our federal government growing so much over the past several decades people are often placed in situations where they come into contact with the federal government or one of its agencies. Sometimes these agencies, or the people that work for them, are responsible for negligently causing someone a catastrophic injury. For example, a post…

A white truck and a blue car involved in a collision on a road, with visible damage to the car's front.

How much do trucking accident lawyers charge?

Your consultation with the Guest and Gray Law Firm personal injury team is completely free. When you hire a personal injury attorney for your truck accident case, you don’t pay any money up front. Instead, Guest and Gray Law Firm truck accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means that the truck accident team is…

An orange truck has rear-ended a silver car on a road.

Do I need to hire an attorney after I was in a wreck with a truck?

Insurance company representatives will tell you that you don’t. The last thing that an insurance company or large commercial trucking company wants you to do after an accident is hire a lawyer. These companies are experienced at dealing with people injured by their drivers or employees and hope to get you to settle before you…

Clipboard with "TRUCK INSURANCE" form, pen, and office supplies on a wooden desk.

Are truckers required to have special insurance?

Federal law requires that large commercial trucking companies carry insurance in order to compensate people who are injured in truck accidents. Federal law sets minimum insurance limits for large commercial trucks and for the large commercial vehicles, whether they transport hazardous material or carry passengers. If you have been injured in an accident with a…