Guidelines set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association, establish the legal blood-alcohol concentration limit for truckers at a much lower level than for vehicle drivers. In fact, it is precisely half the standard limit, at 0.04%. Moreover, the Federal...
Month: May 2019
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A guide to DWI penalties in Texas
You can be charged with a DWI, driving while intoxicated, if you operate a motor vehicle in a public place while having a Blood Alcohol Content of 0.08%, or higher; or lacking the normal physical or mental abilities to drive because of ingesting alcohol or drugs. The...
When can one recover exemplary damages in Texas?
Exemplary damages in Texas may be awarded to the Plaintiff to punish the negligent party, the defendant. Exemplary damages can be awarded to the Plaintiff in addition to actual damages which cover the costs of medical bills, and lost wages, etc. Section 41.003 of the...