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Texas Supreme Court on Separate Property Tracing in Texas Divorce
What Does the Texas Supreme Court s New Ruling Mean for Separate Property Tracing in Your Divorce? If you brought assets into your marriage and want to keep...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Mar 21 @ 08:43
Texas Motion for Summary Judgment Rule Changes (Rule 166a) 2026
Motions for Summary Judgment filed in Texas on or after March 1, 2026 are subject to new rules and deadlines that apply to the movant, nonmovant, and the court....
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Mar 16 @ 13:43
Unsolicited Calls from Personal Injury Lawyers After an Accident or Loss are Illegal
If a stranger contacted you about your accident before you ever called a lawyer, that contact may be illegal. In Texas, hiring a law firm through an unsolicited...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Mar 1 @ 14:01
Unsolicited Calls from Personal Injury Lawyer After an Accident or Loss
If a stranger contacted you about your accident before you ever called a lawyer, that contact may be illegal. In Texas, hiring a law firm through an unsolicited...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Mar 1 @ 14:01
What happens when a bondsman goes off bond?
When a bail bondsman goes off bond in Texas, it means they ve revoked their financial guarantee and surrendered you into custody. Your original bond is gone....
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Feb 22 @ 13:42
The Dangers of Asking AI Legal Questions (2026 Court Decision)
When you turn to AI for help, it can feel like a private conversation, one where you are free to think out loud, explore ideas, and ask questions you might not...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Feb 19 @ 03:17
Attorney J. Turner Thornton Named a Fort Worth 40 Under 40
Attorney J. Turner Thornton — a partner at Varghese Summersett who leads the firm’s Family Law Division — has been named to Fort Worth Inc.’s prestigious 40...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Feb 13 @ 04:46
When a Vehicle Crashes into a Building, Who is Liable?
When a vehicle crashes into a home or building in Texas, the driver is usually liable, but other parties may share fault, including the driver s employer, the...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Feb 5 @ 09:07
A Parent’s Guide to Your Child’s First Appearance in Juvenile Court
If your child was taken into custody or received a summons, their first juvenile court appearance in Texas is typically a detention hearing held within two...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Feb 5 @ 08:25
Suing Lyft or Uber for Sexual Assault is Harder (But Not Impossible) in Texas
Suing Lyft or Uber for sexual assault in Texas is harder than in most other states. Texas law classifies rideshare drivers as independent contractors and...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 25 @ 09:35
Is It Legal to Put a GPS Tracker on Someone Else’s Car in Texas?
No. In most cases, it is not legal to put a GPS tracker on someone else s car in Texas. Under Texas Penal Code § 16.06 , knowingly installing a tracking...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 24 @ 09:28
Icy Road Accidents | What to Watch Out For As Texas Freezes
Winter weather crashes in Texas may represent a small percentage of total annual collisions, but they result in a disproportionately high number of fatalities...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 23 @ 10:06
Are We Dating the Same Guy? | The Legal Considerations of the Internet Sensation
The Legal Implications of Are We Dating the Same Guy? Are We Dating the Same Guy (AWDTSG) started as a way for women to vet potential dates. It has become...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 16 @ 03:41
Are We Dating the Same Guy | The Legal Considerations of the Internet Sensation
The Legal Implications of Are We Dating the Same Guy Are We Dating the Same Guy (AWDTSG) started as a way for women to vet potential dates. It has become...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 16 @ 03:41
Reckless Driving in Texas | TC Section 545.401
Reckless driving in Texas is a misdemeanor offense that carries potential jail time, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Under Texas Transportation Code §...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 13 @ 07:44
Texas Bail Bond Disparities: 238K Bonds Analyzed
Bail bond amounts in Texas depend heavily on where you re arrested. Our analysis of more than 238,000 bail bonds across five major Texas counties reveals that...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 11 @ 14:20
What Does the Odor of Alcohol Really Mean in a DWI investigation?
I ve reviewed thousands of DWI reports in my career. The odor of alcoholic beverage appears in nearly every DWI police report in Texas, but it tells officers...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 8 @ 03:47
Tarrant County Bonds: A Statistical Analysis of Bonds Set in 2025
If you ve been arrested in Fort Worth or anywhere in Tarrant County, one of your first questions is likely: How much will my bond be? The answer depends on the...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 5 @ 02:41
Is Gambling Illegal in Texas? Sports Books, Card Rooms, and Betting Apps Explained
Yes, most forms of gambling are illegal in Texas. Under Texas Penal Code Chapter 47 , betting money or anything of value on games, contests, or sporting...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 4 @ 06:53
How We Investigate Truck Crashes | Texas Truck Accident Lawyers
When an 80,000-pound commercial truck causes a catastrophic crash, the difference between a successful claim and a denied one often comes down to evidence. At...
Varghese Summersett PLLC     Jan 3 @ 14:06
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