When Bryan, an 18-year-old Texan, was convicted of drunk driving (his first offense), he decided to serve his probation at a private boot camp for juvenile offenders. At the boot camp, Bryan was not a complainer; nor did the camp's drill instructors consider him a problem...

As the recent tsunami reminds us, natural disasters can happen at any time, with no warning. Although it is unlikely that a tsunami will hit Texas, other natural disasters such as hurricanes and tornados are not uncommon, and you should be prepared. Before disaster strikes, be ready...

Over the past century, the world has seen a number of industrial advances that have improved both the length of our lives and our standard of living. Unfortunately, an unintended byproduct of these industrial advances has been the increasing number of dangerous and toxic substances polluting the environment. Although many people recognize the names of some of the most famous (or infamous) disasters, such as Love Canal or Three Mile Island, there are hundreds if not thousands of sites all over the United States that are too contaminated with toxins to be used, and which await cleanup by the Environmental Protection Agency. Perhaps you unknowingly live near one of these contaminated sites...

Although many of us enjoy being handy around the house, there is one time when it does not pay to "do it yourself" - when you or a loved one has been injured. Rather than trying to handle a personal injury claim yourself, you should seek the assistance of a personal injury lawyer. Here's why...

With people living longer than ever, more and more of our family members and loved ones will spend time in a nursing home. Although most nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are reputable and provide good care for their residents, a few do not. Reported cases of abuse and neglect are increasing as the number of nursing home residents rise, and the elderly and infirm are often the least able to help themselves...

What are the signs of nursing home abuse or neglect to look out for? Although a number of things might indicate that there are problems, common signs of possible trouble include...