Farm equipment can cause serious injuries. Farm Safety in Texas: Preventing Tractor and Harvest Season Injuries September marks the peak of harvest season in Texas. For many farmers, this is the most rewarding part of the year—long days of hard work finally paying off in crops and income. But…
Injuries at high school football games can have lifelong consequences. September Slips and Falls: Liability for Injuries at Texas Football Games and Events Cheering for your favorite team should be about excitement and community—not about ending the night in the emergency room. While injuries to players are an expected…
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…
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…
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…
Traffic violations can still be dismissed by approved driving safety or motorcycle operator courses. Can a Texas Driving Safety or Motorcycle Course Still Dismiss My Ticket Under SB 296? Key Takeaway:Yes. Senate Bill 296 keeps ticket dismissals through approved driving safety or motorcycle operator courses, but updates how the…
Rental car companies in Texas must abide by a new rule as of September 1, 2025. If I Return a Texas Rental Car Early, Do I Get a Refund on the Damage Waiver? Key Takeaway:Yes. Under Senate Bill 72, rental car companies in Texas must refund the unused portion…