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Texas Killing Fields: A League City Criminal Lawyer Reflects on a Case That Haunted Galveston County for Decades

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By Tad Nelson – League City Board Certified Criminal Defense Lawyer and proud  lifetime Galveston County resident Criminal law is not just something I do. It has been my life’s work. I have spent my entire legal career in Galveston County , and for roughly thirty years, I have carried Board Certification in Criminal Law. I am also a lawyer-scientist, with a background that has taught me to look hard at evidence, to respect the difference between suspicion and proof, and to understand that in serious criminal cases, the truth does not reveal itself just because we want it to. It has to be developed, tested, challenged, and proven. Around here, on this stretch of the Texas Gulf Coast, there is no case that better captures that reality than the Texas Killing Fields . I am a League City criminal lawyer , but before that, I was a kid growing up in this community, then a young prosecutor in Galveston County, and then a longtime defense lawyer whose entire career has unfolded in the ...

Why the Push for $5 Million in Trucking Insurance Matters for Texas Truck Wreck Victims

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Understanding the Importance of Trucking Insurance Limits by Tad Nelson, League City Personal Injury Lawyer If you have ever seen the aftermath of a serious truck wreck on I-45, Highway 146, or anywhere around League City, Houston, or Galveston County, you already understand something most people do not. When a commercial truck hits a passenger vehicle, the consequences are often on an entirely different level. These are not ordinary car wrecks. These are cases that can involve traumatic injuries, long hospital stays, surgery, lost income, future medical treatment, chronic pain, permanent physical limitations, and families suddenly forced to figure out how they are going to hold themselves together while the bills start coming in. That is why the latest push in Congress to raise trucking insurance minimums matters. It matters a great deal. A bill reintroduced in Congress would increase the minimum liability insurance requirement for interstate motor carriers from $750,000 to $5 mill...

What Uber Passengers in Houston and Galveston Need to Know About Sexual Abuse and Assault Lawsuits

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What you need to know about Uber Lawsuits – by Tad Nelson, Personal Injury Lawyer  Uber is very popular in Galveston and Houston If a sexual assault happened to you in an Uber rideshare trip in Houston and Galveston, or anywhere around Clear Lake, Friendswood, League City, Kemah, or downtown after a night out, you may be asking yourself the same questions survivors ask everywhere: Was this my fault? Should I have done something differently? Do I even have a case against Uber , or only against the driver? Those are fair questions, and they matter here at home just as much as they do in the national litigation.  Uber operates in Houston and Galveston, providing rideshare services to residents and visitors. Rideshare assault allegations are not just a California courtroom story. In January 2026, federal authorities announced charges against four Houston-area rideshare drivers accused of kidnapping passengers and sexually assaulting them, which underscores that this is a real l...

What Is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) & Do I Need It in Texas? 2026

Texan drivers have many costs to contend with on a daily, monthly, and annual basis. When it comes to insurance, the abundance of lingo can make it confusing to know what you require. One common question people ask is “What is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) & do I need it in Texas?” The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates are here to explain what PIP is, the legal requirements, and its benefits.  About The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates  The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates has spent years representing clients in Galveston, League City, Houston, and cities across Texas in their personal injury cases. Our team has handled over 400 jury trials and has over 35 years of combined legal experience handling matters ranging from minor injuries to wrongful death.  What Is Personal Injury Protection? Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, is a type of auto insurance coverage that drivers may purchase in Texas. It is optional and a form of no-faul...

How a Criminal Appeals Lawyer Can Help Overturn Convictions

After a guilty verdict is delivered against you, it is easy to feel hopeless and as though your fate is sealed. Fortunately, this does not have to be the case. If you believe that justice was not served, appealing the verdict can provide a glimmer of hope. Unfortunately, when appealing the verdict, you will face many challenges and roadblocks. These include strict deadlines, complex legal procedures, and the legal system, which is a strong opponent itself. Our Houston criminal appeals attorney understands the gravity of the situation and the high stakes that are involved. With our attorney’s skill, expertise, and knowledge, you may be able to tip the scales back in your favor.  Identify Legal Errors Legal errors made by the trial court form the basis of many criminal appeals in Texas. These mistakes may include exclusion of evidence, improper admission of evidence, legal misconduct, or inaccurate jury instructions. The rules of evidence are strictly followed in Texas to ensure ...