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In the high-stakes world of federal criminal defense, where every piece of evidence matters, AI emerges as a powerful ally. Defense attorneys grapple with mountains of discovery materials provided by the government. These haystacks contain hidden needles — critical...
Talking about the importance of a strong defense is one thing — having a record of success to back up the claim is another. Valenzuela Law Firm (VLF) recently secured another winning result in a federal case that involved an indictment for wire fraud. This recent...
In Texas, Fentanyl dealing can lead to murder charges under certain circumstances. If a person knowingly sells or delivers fentanyl to another individual, and that individual subsequently dies because of using the drug, the dealer can be charged with murder. This is...
When facing criminal charges, it is important to understand the legalities. Knowing the difference between charges and the evidence needed to meet these requirements can make the difference between a conviction with serious penalties and a much more manageable plea...
Recent reports highlight a surge in human trafficking enforcement activities across West Texas, particularly in the extended El Paso area. Recently, in an HSI (Homeland Security Investigation) El Paso investigation, an individual convicted of human smuggling was...
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects your right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. That means the authorities need a proper warrant to search a computer's hard drive. In Texas, computer search warrants work similarly to those that...
Operating a hospital can be complicated since you attend to the medical needs of people. Besides this, you are required to observe strict laws, including the Physician Self-Referral Law, commonly referred to as the Stark Law. This law prohibits physicians from...
Professionals in a variety of different industries may end up under investigation for a variety of reasons. Executives and business owners are often subject to intense scrutiny because they have control over business resources and are in a position to misuse their...
When it comes to intimate encounters between two people, especially if they don’t have a long relationship with one another, consent is very important. If someone initiates this encounter without getting the proper consent first, they run the risk of being accused of...
Embezzlement is a financial deception that often flies under the radar until the damage is substantial. It's the act of stealthily diverting funds, not by strangers, but by those who are responsible for handling them. It might be hard to fathom that someone in a...