There are several situations in which people might face driving under the influence (DUI) allegations. Some people get pulled over by police officers because of their conduct in traffic. Others end up accused of intoxication after they cause motor vehicle collisions....
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Reasonable suspicion is required for drunk driving stops
When a driver is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, the stop must be supported by reasonable suspicion. This is a legal standard that allows law enforcement officers to briefly detain someone if they observe specific facts suggesting the person may be engaged...
Why delayed diagnoses happen and how they affect patients
When a medical diagnosis is delayed, the results can be life-changing. A delay means the condition goes untreated, sometimes for far too long. Early care could have made a significant difference in many cases. Why do delayed diagnoses occur? Below are some common...
How failure to refer can become medical malpractice
If a physician's expertise is insufficient to provide a patient with necessary care, they may need to refer them to a physician qualified in the matter. For example, when a patient's condition requires specialized care or when they are not responding to treatment....
Should you take a lie detector test?
Polygraph tests are used in a variety of situations. In addition to being a tool used by police investigating a crime, a person may be asked to take one during a pre-employment background check or during internal investigations where employee theft is being...
Drunk driving increases on St. Patrick’s Day
According to Thomas Augustine Daly, “... the whole world is Irish on the seventeenth o’ March!” The festivities begin when the bars open for a breakfast of kegs and eggs, and all day long, revelers celebrate by drinking green beer. Overindulging in alcohol with your...
Why do people often overlook their car crash injuries?
Popular media sometimes depicts grifters exaggerating their injuries after car crashes. They exit their vehicles holding their necks or limping, only to magically recover when they realize the other person doesn't have much money. The opposite can very easily occur in...
What if you contributed to an accident in Texas?
If you played a role in a crash, you might be wondering what happens next. Can you still get compensation? Could you be held legally responsible for everything? Here is what you need to know. Texas follows a modified comparative fault system, which means your level of...
When can you raise a ‘sudden passion’ defense in Texas?
Imagine finding out something that completely makes you lose your cool, like discovering your partner’s infidelity. Now imagine acting out in the heat of that emotion and facing criminal charges because of it. Can you claim you were acting in a moment of emotional...
Why you shouldn’t trust a green light
For many drivers, sitting at a red light simply means intently watching the light and waiting for it to turn green. They don’t pay much attention to cross traffic unless they’re planning to turn right, in which case they need to wait for a safe gap to make the turn....