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Requirements for Enforceable Prenuptial Agreements in Texas

Premarital agreements (also known as prenuptial agreements) provide a predictable mechanism for couples contemplating marriage to contract around Texas community property law

How Facebook and Other Social Media Sites Can Damage Your Criminal Case

If you are under investigation or face prosecution for criminal charges in Houston, Galveston or anywhere in Texas, you should be acutely aware that information posted on social networks is increasingly finding its way into criminal and civil courtrooms.

Expungement of Texas Criminal Records: Protecting Your Reputation and Future

Many people that submit an application for a job, student financial aid, rental property, college application, home loan or similar opportunity find their request denied with no justification provided by the decision-maker.

Can the Police Conduct a Search of My Vehicle or My Person During a Routine Traffic Stop?

Many people make mistakes during a routine traffic stop that can result in facing criminal charges when they were completely avoidable. It is not surprising that motorists make strategic errors when stopped by a police officer because many drivers are unaware of their rights.

Avoiding Traps When Dividing Debts in a Texas Divorce

Property division is an important part of the divorce process. The division of assets and debts following a divorce may have a substantial impact on one's long-term financial wellbeing.

Can I get a Plea in Abeyance for a DUI?

What is required for a Plea in Abeyance

Nikki Woods, Esq. - New Attorney Announcement

Nikki Woods, Esq. to join Law Office of Peter D. Hoffman, PC

The Downside of Socail Media

Be careful when posting to Facebook or Twitter - there are risks to using social media.

AIA - Patent Law Changes you need to know!

What every company, inventor or owner of patented and patentable technology needs to know about changes to US patent law.

The artistry of small business start-up valuation.

Valuing a small business is tricky - here are some tips....

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