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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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Injuries at Fourth of July Parties: Who’s to Blame?

You may be eligible for compensation for a 4th of July party injury.   Injured at a Fourth of July Event in Texas? Here’s What You Need to Know Fireworks, cookouts, and community celebrations are all part of the fun on the Fourth of July—but for some, the night ends…

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Injured in San Antonio on Vacation: Can I Still Sue?

Can you sue if you’re injured on vacation?   I Was Injured Visiting San Antonio on Vacation—Can I Still Sue? Key Takeaway:Yes, you can sue for an injury in San Antonio caused by someone’s negligence, even if you were only visiting, but Texas laws will apply. San Antonio welcomes over…

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Summer Vacation Travel: What to Do If You’re Injured in a Hotel, Resort, or Airbnb

Carabin Shaw hopes you have an injury-free summer vacation.   Summer Vacation Injuries in Texas The summer season is here! Have you booked your trip or made a list of activities you want to try? As the three-month break begins, many people are hitting the road to spend time with…

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