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What Happens if My Child Is Injured at a High School Football Game in Texas?

Injuries come with the sport, but can result from negligence —learn to tell the difference.   My Child Was Injured at a High School Football Game; Should I Take Legal Action? Key Takeaway:When injuries occur at high school football games, the key legal question is whether the injury was an…

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6 New Texas Laws Drivers Should Know (Effective September 1, 2025)

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…

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What Happens if You Get a DWI in a Texas School Crossing Zone?

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…

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Do Texas School Buses Have to Be Equipped With Seat Belts?

New law requires Texas school buses to add seatbelts by 2029.   Are Seat Belts Now Required on Texas School Buses? Key Takeaway:Yes. Under Senate Bill 546, every Texas school bus must be equipped with a three-point seat belt for every passenger and the driver by September 1, 2029. The…

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National Child Passenger Safety Week

The right car seat can save your child’s life in an accident.   National Child Passenger Safety Week: Are Your Kids Properly Protected? Car seats are one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect children during a car ride. But using the wrong type of seat—or installing it…

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What Is the Texas School Bus Stop Arm Law?

Knowing when to stop for a school bus is essential to keep kids safe and avoid penalties.   When Do You Have to Stop for a Texas School Bus? Key Takeaway:In Texas, drivers must stop when a school bus has flashing red lights and its stop arm extended—or face steep…

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Back-to-School Sports Injuries: When Are Texas Schools and Coaches Liable?

Parents may have legal options if negligence caused their child’s sports injury.   When Can Schools Be Held Accountable for Sports Injuries? As students head back to class, athletes are also returning to fields, courts, and gyms. Sports naturally come with risk — bumps, bruises, and the occasional sprain are…

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Can I Get Compensation If I Was Injured in a Texas School Zone Accident?

School zone accidents can be complicated.   Can I Get Compensation If I Was Hit in a Texas School Zone? Key Takeaway:You can seek compensation for injuries in a Texas school zone accident—even if a public school bus or employee was involved—because certain cases waive government immunity under the Texas…

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Back-to-School Traffic Accidents: Who’s at Fault When a Child Is Injured?

Who’s to blame when your child is injured in a school zone?   Child Injured in a School Zone Accident: Understanding Fault & Liability in Texas As another school year begins in Texas, safety—not school supplies—should be the top priority. The start of the year brings an increase in students…

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Heatstroke and Hot Car Deaths in Texas: When Can You Sue?

Texas leads the nation in hot car deaths.   Texas Leads in Hot Car Deaths: When Can You Sue? According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, four children died in hot cars across Texas in just a two-week span in July 2025. These heartbreaking incidents underscore a devastating…

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