Knowing when to stop for a school bus is essential to keep kids safe and avoid penalties.
Key Takeaway:
In Texas, drivers must stop when a school bus has flashing red lights and its stop arm extended—or face steep fines, license suspension, and even possible jail time.
School zone accidents can be complicated.
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 Tort Claims Act.
Sudden heavy rain can contribute to car accidents in September.
Driving in bad weather always carries risks, but in Texas, the danger is especially high during storm season. According to the Texas Department of Insurance, about 85% of weather-related crashes in the state are due to heavy rain.
Car accidents increase over holiday weekends.
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 is September 1, 2025.
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 to enjoy the warm breeze and sunny skies before fall arrives.
You shouldn’t talk to another driver’s insurance company without a lawyer.
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.
Unlicensed drivers are a widespread problem in Texas.
Key Takeaway:
If you’re hit by an unlicensed driver in Texas, you can pursue a claim against them, but in most cases, compensation will come through your own Uninsured Motorist coverage.
August is National Traffic Awareness Month
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. While this reflects a slight decrease from 2023, the numbers remain alarmingly high.
Who’s to blame when your child is injured in a school zone?
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 walking, biking, and boarding buses. Unfortunately, it also brings a higher risk of school zone crashes. In 2024, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recorded 781 school zone traffic crashes statewide, prompting calls for extra caution from drivers, parents, and the community.
Even seemingly minor accidents can have major consequences.
Key Takeaway:
Even in a minor car accident, hiring a lawyer can be essential—especially if you’re injured or being blamed for something that wasn’t your fault.
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