New laws went into effect: here’s how they affect you. 6 New Texas Laws Every Driver Should Know (Effective September 1, 2025) Key Takeaway:On September 1, 2025, 835 new Texas laws went into effect. Most won’t affect your daily commute—but six do. From rental car refunds to tougher DWI…
Police can now execute warrants for blood draws across county lines. How Will SB 1886 Affect DWI Blood Test Evidence in Texas? Key Takeaway:Senate Bill 1886 allows peace officers to execute blood draw warrants across county lines in DWI and intoxication-related cases. The goal is to reduce delays and…
Penalties for intoxication manslaughter have increased as of September 1, 2025. What Does HB 2017 Mean for Intoxication Manslaughter Cases in Texas? Key Takeaway:Under House Bill 2017, undocumented immigrants convicted of intoxication manslaughter in Texas now face a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison—a sharp increase from the…
The penalties for DWIs in Texas school zones increased on September 1, 2025. What Happens if You Get a DWI in a Texas School Crossing Zone? Key Takeaway:Under Senate Bill 826, a DWI in a school crossing zone is now a state jail felony if it occurs during reduced-speed…
When is a bar responsible for a drunk driver? Can I Sue a Bar In Texas If a Drunk Driver Caused My Accident? Key Takeaway: You may be able to sue a Texas bar for a drunk driving accident, but only if you can prove the bar negligently overserved…
You may be entitled to compensation if your teen is injured on prom night. Prom Night Dangers: Preventing Accidents and Understanding Your Legal Rights Prom night is one of the most anticipated milestones of high school. Whether you’re a teen getting ready to dance the night away or a…
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Drunk Driving Accidents on St. Patrick’s Day Between 2018 and 2022, the NHTSA recorded a total of 209 DUI-related deaths during St. Patrick’s Day. 74 fatalities happened in 2022 alone. Heavy drinking and drunk driving spike around most holidays, but St. Patrick’s Day is…
Texas drivers are among the most likely to drive drunk in the nation. Texas Ranks Among Top 5 for Worst Drivers in the Nation Yet Again in 2024 Study Another Forbes Advisor study has analyzed the fatal accidents across the 50 states to find out which states have the…
Choose safer habits this holiday season and start the new year with no regrets. 3 Practical Alternatives to Drunk Driving During the Holidays Everybody knows that driving drunk is dangerous, illegal, and just plain stupid. Yet, especially in San Antonio, drunk driving is still a major problem affecting even…
Here at Carabin Shaw, we are concerned about making Texas roads safer and our state an even better place to live. Kxan reports that in Austin, “On average, more than 11 people have died each day in traffic-related accidents on Texas roadways in 2021, state transportation leaders said Thursday. Each…