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Tax Day

Posted by Forreste Markowitz | Apr 15, 2025 | 0 Comments

📅Tax Day is stressful enough—don't add legal trouble to the mix! If you're facing charges, let us handle the legal burden while you focus on finances.  Give us a call for a free consultation.  💰

Speeding? Reckless Driving? What's the Difference?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 14, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚗💨 Speeding? Reckless driving? What's the difference?  Speeding involves driving over the posted speed limit, while reckless driving involves operating a vehicle with a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of others, potentially including excessive speeding, aggressive maneuvers, or other ...

Are You Making a Common Mistake?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 10, 2025 | 0 Comments

⚖️ Common Mistake: Thinking a traffic ticket isn't a big deal. It can lead to fines, raise insurance rates, and even result in a license suspension! Let us help. Give us a call today for a free consultation. 🚗💨 

The Right to Remain Silent

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 09, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚔 Did you know? You have the right to remain silent! If you're stopped by police, be respectful but don't volunteer information.  You have the constitutional right to remain silent and refuse to answer questions from law enforcement officers.  Protect yourself!⚖️  Exceptions to Remaining Sil...

Myth Busters

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 07, 2025 | 0 Comments

❌Myth-Busting Criminal Law Edition: "You don't need a lawyer if you're innocent.”  The reality is that everyone, regardless of their perceived guilt or innocence, has the right to legal representation. A lawyer can ensure your rights are protected and help navigate the complexities of the legal...

Weekend Reminder

Posted by Forreste Markowitz | Apr 04, 2025 | 0 Comments

🍺Weekend Reminder: Don't Drink & Drive  A $20 Uber is cheaper than a $10,000 DWI. Make smart choices this weekend while having fun at these or other events!🚗 Foodieland League City Spring Carnival Super Hero City Fairy Tale Ball

Is Your License Suspended?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 02, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚘License Suspended? Here's What to Do!  If your Texas driver's license is suspended, you cannot legally drive, and you'll need to complete specific requirements and pay any associated fees to reinstate your driving privileges, which can be done through the Texas Department of Public Safety ...

Stay Calm

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Apr 01, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚨What To Do If You're Arrested:  Stay calm, don't resist, and ask for an attorney immediately. Your words can and WILL be used against you.⚖️

Monday Motivation

Posted by Forreste Markowitz | Mar 31, 2025 | 0 Comments

🔥Monday Motivation: Protect Your Future!  Don't let one mistake define you. Fight for your rights and your future!  Give us a call today for a free consultation so that we can help you get back on track. 💪

Feeling Lucky?

Posted by Forreste Markowitz | Mar 28, 2025 | 0 Comments

📣Feeling lucky this weekend? Hit up these events—but remember to park only in designated areas and to pack your patience when dealing with crowds.  Play smart and stay on the right side of the law!🎉 

Don't Let One Drink Cost You Thousands

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 26, 2025 | 0 Comments

🍻 Don't Let One Drink Cost You Thousands!  Enjoying an adult beverage this weekend? A DWI can ruin your night (and your wallet). Call a rideshare or have a DD. Stay smart and out of trouble!🚕 💡 Need help? Keep my number handy, just in case. 📞⚖️

Strange Driving Laws in Texas

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 25, 2025 | 0 Comments

🇺🇸Strangest Laws in Texas.  Did you know... Some laws leave us wondering!😂   Parking Brakes: In Denton County (Fort Worth area), you must set your parking brake anytime you get out of your vehicle, regardless of the terrain.    Windshield Wipers: It's illegal to driv...

Misdemeanor vs Felony

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

⚖️Misdemeanor vs. Felony: What's the Difference?  A misdemeanor is a lesser offense, while a felony carries heavier penalties.  Misdemeanors: Severity: Less serious crimes than felonies.  Punishment: Can include fines, probation, community service, and/or jail time, usually...

Unpaid Tickets?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 19, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚨Can You Go to Jail for Unpaid Tickets?  Depending on the situation, yes! Ignoring fines can lead to license suspension or even arrest.  Questions? Give us a call today for a free consultation. 🎫

March Madness!

Posted by Forreste Markowitz | Mar 14, 2025 | 0 Comments

🏀Watching March Madness? Great!  Weekend bar fight? Not so great.  Keep the competition on the court and the handcuffs away.  Or you can just go to these events instead.....👊

Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 13, 2025 | 0 Comments

🍺What Happens When You Refuse a Breathalyzer?  While you can refuse a breathalyzer test in Texas, you will face a license suspension. How long you lose your license after your refusal depends on whether or not it is your first time refusing or failing a test. For a first refusal, you could lose ...

Speeding Tickets

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 12, 2025 | 0 Comments

🆘 Speeding Ticket? Here's What to Do!  Before paying that fine, explore your options—errors in radar readings, incorrect signage, and other factors that can help fight a ticket.  Got questions?  Give us a call.  We are experts in this field and can help you preserve your driving record.📝

Your Right to Remain Silent

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 11, 2025 | 0 Comments

🔇Your Right to Remain Silent  If you're arrested, exercise your right to remain silent until you have legal representation. Don't let a single word work against you!  Make us your first call before speaking with anyone else. 🏛️

Another Traffic Ticket Myth

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 10, 2025 | 0 Comments

🚗💨"If the officer doesn't show up in court, my ticket is automatically dismissed." Not always!  There is no guarantee:While the officer's absence significantly increases the chance of dismissal, it's not guaranteed.  It is up to the judge's discretion:The judge will consider the situati...

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