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…
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…
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…
What Should I Do If I’m in a Car Accident Over Labor Day Weekend in Texas?
Car accidents increase over holiday weekends. I Was in a Car Accident Over Labor Day Weekend. What Can I Do? Key Takeaway:After a Labor Day car accident, report the crash, document the scene, seek medical attention, and consult a personal injury lawyer to protect your health and legal rights.…
Labor Day Weekend Travel in Texas: What to Do If You’re Hurt in a Holiday Crash
Labor Day is September 1, 2025. Labor Day Weekend Accidents in Texas: What You Need to Know About Safety and Legal Rights It’s another long weekend to take a break from school and work! Labor Day weekend also marks the unofficial end of summer — a chance for Texans…
Do I Have to Give a Recorded Statement to the Other Driver’s Insurance in Texas?
You shouldn’t talk to another driver’s insurance company without a lawyer. What Should I Do If Another Driver’s Insurance Asks For a Recorded Statement? Key Takeaway:You are not required to give a recorded statement to another driver’s insurance company in Texas, and doing so could hurt your claim. When…
I Was Injured While Staying at an Airbnb in Texas. Can I Sue?
Multiple parties may be responsible for an injury at a rental property. Can I Sue if I Got Hurt at an Airbnb in Texas? Key Takeaway:You can sue or file a claim if you were injured at an Airbnb in Texas, but you must prove your injury was caused…
National Traffic Awareness Month (2025)
August is National Traffic Awareness Month How Texas Drivers Can Prevent—and Respond to—Serious Accidents Texas roads remain among the deadliest in the nation, with thousands of crashes occurring every year. In 2024, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recorded 14,905 serious injury crashes, leaving 18,218 people with severe injuries.…
Can I Get Paid for Missed Work After an Accident in Texas?
Missed work due to an injury can be included in PI claims after an accident if certain conditions are met. Can I Be Reimbursed for the Time I Couldn’t Work After My Accident? Key Takeaway:Yes—if you can prove the accident caused your injury, that your injury kept you from…