Articles Posted in Child injury

Children are especially vulnerable on Halloween night.   Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips for Children in Texas Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for kids. From dressing up as their favorite characters to collecting candy around the neighborhood, it’s a time filled with fun and adventure. But…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Children are especially vulnerable to severe illnesses caused by E. coli infections.   Suing for E. coli Infection in Texas: What You Need to Know Recent E. coli outbreaks from major brands have people wondering–can you sue if you get sick from an E. coli infection? If you get food…

More child pedestrians are killed in October than in any other month.   A Safe Halloween for Everyone: Child Pedestrian Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters in 2024 The countdown has begun: Halloween is almost here, and kids across Texas are brimming with excitement to show off costumes for a fun night…

Suing a Texas public school requires the help of an experienced attorney.   Can You Sue If Your Child Was Injured at a Texas Public School? Millions of children are injured at school every year across the United States. Some districts have already kicked off back to school, and the…

Young children (ages 5 to 9) are the second-most likely group to be severely injured by fireworks.   Fireworks Injury Data and When You Can Sue for Firework Injury in Texas It’s time to dust off the BBQ pits and bust out your lawn flags — Independence Day is less…

Children can be traumatized after an auto accident in Texas.   The Impact Trauma Can Have on Your Child After an Injury in Texas Previously, it was widely believed that trauma was limited to soldiers who had experienced extreme events outside normal human experiences. However, modern psychological literature understands that…