With the novel coronavirus rates increasing across nations of the globe, the world seems to be unaware as to where to go and how to go about addressing it. While deep concerns have been largely expressed with regard to the spread of the virus, individuals need to be aware of … Continue reading
The disruption of life in Texas due to the COVID-19 coronavirus now includes the suspension of jury trials in federal court in McAllen, TX, until July 6 at the earliest. Given the pandemic, the court said delaying scheduled civil and criminal trials is in the best interests of the public. … Continue reading
The state of Texas is not leaving anything to chance regarding their position on car seat safety laws. Failure to wear a seat belt is a punishable offense in Texas and children are NOT exempted. Adults will be held culpable for any defaulting minor in their car. Children between the … Continue reading
Many Texas workers are finding themselves having to take time off from work due to the coronavirus pandemic. They might be ill with the COVID-19 coronavirus. They could be caring for a relative at home with a mild form of the virus. In such a situation and after other exposure … Continue reading
We suggest Texans tap the brakes on any celebrations over how the coronavirus lockdown has reduced traffic accidents and fatalities. It stands to reason that, with fewer drivers on the road since coronavirus stay-at-home orders began in March, there should be fewer car accidents. Sure enough, a widely quoted traffic … Continue reading
There is an old saying, “Never let a crisis go to waste.” Unfortunately, some purveyors of miracle cures and other dubious products are trying to take advantage of consumer fears surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. The Food and Drug Administration is issuing warning letters to sellers of allegedly fraudulent COVID-19 products … Continue reading
Many Texans who are suffering financially from the effects of COVID-19 and the closure of many businesses should receive relief checks from the federal government in the coming weeks. The $1,200 checks being sent to individuals and $2,400 checks for couples are part of a $2 trillion economic stimulus package … Continue reading
As if raising three kids wasn’t expensive enough, after stopping at a red light on January 8, 2019, one Texas mom was left with medical bills, a totaled SUV and months of recovery ahead of her. Twenty-six-year-old wife and a working mother-of-three, Erika Castellanos, was stopped at a red light … Continue reading
Paid leave rules in the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will begin on April 1. Herrman & Herrman explains what that means for you: The FFCRA applies to any leave taken between that date and December 31 of this year. It is not retroactive to any date before April … Continue reading
San Antonio is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. An additional one million people are forecast to move to Bexar County in the next 20 years, adding to traffic congestion and making transportation planning critically important to avoid gridlock. The current discussion about the future of … Continue reading
