How Texas Family Law Has Changed in 2021
The year 2020 brought about numerous changes to the field of law, especially in family law. Due to stay-at-home orders and the risk of contracting COVID-19, courts became more lenient with orders. Many of these changes were carried into 2021 to further accommodate families. With that being said and with the ever-changing rules of family […]
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How an Adoption Lawyer Can Help You
The process of adopting a child can be exciting and life-changing, all at once. Of course, it is a big decision, and you want to make sure that you are navigating the process the best way possible. The process of adoption is usually very long, but when you have a lawyer to help you, the […]
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FAQs About Car and Truck Accidents
No one turns their vehicle on and starts driving thinking they’ll be in an accident that same day, but it can happen to anyone. Some accidents are more severe than others, but nonetheless, there are important steps of action to take if you are able to do so immediately after the accident occurred. If you’ve […]
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Famous Supreme Court Cases That Changed U.S. Family Law
Family law is an umbrella term for several cases. Family law works with includes marriage rights, custody, and blended families, domestic violence, guardianship, and much more. Parents, married couples, and families are protected thanks to the laws that have been added throughout history. Family law has been rather significant in our nation’s Supreme Court, marking […]
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Most Common Holiday Season Legal Issues
The holiday season is a time for rest and relaxation, but that doesn’t mean our countries laws simply go on holiday. We’re still susceptible to legal issues, even if the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful. Here at the Huerta Law Firm, we stand by our clients every step of the […]
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When To Say NO To Law Enforcement
When a law enforcement officer stops you for some reason or comes to your home, there’s some things you must know. Knowing when and how to properly say “No” to an officer can sound scary, but it falls under your rights. You might get a little shaken up by the sudden stop. Getting nervous can […]
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Understanding the Three-Strikes Rule Before You’re Out!
Texas utilizes the three-strikes rule, but there’s some confusion on what falls under it. Taking from the baseball rule of a “strikeout,” the same enforcements put into play with the law. Three-strikes and you’re out, which means 25 years to life in jail. Unfortunately, even without killing someone, the sentencing can reflect a similarity. It’s […]
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The Importance of Renewing Your Vehicle Registration
Taking care of our vehicles can, at times, pose a burden on our already hectic day-to-day life. There is plenty that goes into being able to drive and having a vehicle that meets the law’s standards. Auto insurance, maintenance, repairs, and of course, obtaining the vehicle inspection sticker—these are just some of the requirements that […]
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The Path To the Bike Lane & How It’s Helped Curb Bicycle Accidents
If you’ve driven in some of today’s most populated cities in the U.S, you have likely come across the new-ish road addition of the bike lane. Some cities began this trend many years ago, while others just adopted it a few years back. The number of bicyclists—hobbyists, competitors, and frequent commuters—is growing from coast to […]
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Texas Slip And Fall Law: Misconceptions and FAQs
Slip and fall injuries are incredibly common in America and the world at large. So much so, in fact, that slip and fall injuries have been satirized ruthlessly (e.x. Life Alert jokes). But slip and fall injuries are no laughing matter—slip and fall accidents result in 9 million hospital visits each year, with potentially millions […]
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