Garland v. Cargill: Supreme Court Bump Stock Decision
Introduction On June 14, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a significant decision in the case of Garland v. Cargill, striking down the federal ban on bump stocks. The Supreme…
Texas Juvenile Defense Guide
Comprehensive Guide to Juvenile Defense in Texas Navigating the complexities of juvenile law in Texas can be challenging for juveniles and their families. This comprehensive guide to juvenile defense in…
Young Thug Trial: Admissibility of Rap Lyrics in Criminal Trials
Young Thug, a prominent rapper, is currently on trial in Atlanta, two years after being arrested for racketeering and gang-related charges. His high-profile trial—which began in November and is expected…
How Much Insurance Should I Have in Texas?
“How much insurance should I have?” This is a question that you’d much rather ask before you need coverage than after a loss. As a personal injury lawyer, one of…
Texas Law Against Marketing E-Cigarettes To Minors: What You Need To Know
E-cigarettes have been around for decades, but the devices saw a rise in popularity among teenage clientele around 2015. Although you must be 21 or older to purchase E-cigarettes, minors…
Allen Charge: What is it and When it is Used in a Criminal Trial?
What is an Allen Charge? In most jurisdictions, jury verdicts in a criminal trial must be unanimous, but what happens if deliberations stall or break down? If the jury sends…
Can You Predict a Verdict Based on Length of Jury Deliberations?
The Right to a Jury Trial in Criminal Cases The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees individuals the right to a trial by an impartial jury in criminal cases….
Secrets to Maximize a GEICO Insurance Claim in Texas
How to Maximize a GEICO Insurance Claim Whether you were struck by a driver insured with GEICO making a “third party claim” or a GEICO insured making a “first party…
Varghese Summersett Teams Up With Ravens’ Wide Receiver Tylan Wallace
Varghese Summersett was honored to sponsor the Tylan Wallace Football Camp again this year at South Hills High School. Wallace, a wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens, hosted his camp…