When is an owner responsible for a dog attack?
Dogs are our loyal companions, but even well-behaved pets can cause serious injuries under the wrong conditions. Dog attacks can happen quickly and without warning. In the aftermath, the injured person is left wondering who is responsible and what steps to take next.
Texas’s “One-Bite Rule” doesn’t excuse negligent owners.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim after a first-time dog bite in Texas if the owner knew the dog was dangerous or failed to act reasonably in controlling it.
Overserving a patron can make bars liable for drunk driving accidents.
Key Takeaway:
Yes—under the Texas Dram Shop Act, a bar may be liable if it serves alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person who later causes a crash.
National Work Zone Awareness Week will be observed from April 20th to the 24th in 2026.
As Texas continues to expand its highways and infrastructure, construction zones have become a common sight on roadways across the state. But with that growth comes increased risk. According to TxDOT, hundreds of people are killed and thousands more are injured in work zone crashes each year.
Texting is one of the most common forms of distracted driving.
Driving requires your full attention. While drunk driving is widely recognized as dangerous, distracted driving isn’t treated with the same seriousness, even though it’s just as dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, thousands of people lose their lives each year in crashes involving distracted drivers.
Road construction is in full swing across Texas.
Key Takeaway:
Liability for a construction zone accident in Texas may involve a driver, contractor, or government entity depending on who acted negligently.
April is distracted driving awareness month.
Key Takeaway:
You can file a claim against a driver for texting while driving if their distraction caused an accident that resulted in injuries or property damage.
National Poison Prevention Week was observed on March 15-23 in 2026.
Poisoning incidents are more common than many people realize. In 2024 alone, about 2.1 million human poison exposure calls were handled across the United States, according to poison control data. Young children are especially at risk, with tens of thousands of emergency room visits each year linked to toxic exposure.
Ladder falls claim at least 100 lives every year in the United States.
Ladders are one of the most common tools used at home and on job sites. They help with simple tasks like changing a light bulb or painting a wall, and they are essential for construction and maintenance work. But while ladders are useful, they can also be dangerous.
It’s not uncommon for head injuries to have delayed symptoms.
Key Takeaway:
You may still be able to file a claim for a delayed head injury if medical evidence connects your symptoms to the accident and you act within legal time limits.
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