PTSD can develop after major injuries.
After a serious accident, most people focus on physical injuries. Broken bones, cuts, and bruises are easy to see, and medical treatment usually begins right away.
Prevention saves lives.
June is National Safety Month, a time to focus on preventing injuries before they happen. While some accidents are truly unavoidable, many serious injuries occur because someone failed to take reasonable precautions.
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.
As the population ages, the demand for nursing homes and other long-term care facilities continues to grow. Roughly 4 million Americans use some form of long-term care each year, and experts predict that nearly 70% of adults over age 65 will need long-term care services at some point in their lives.
Children are especially vulnerable to swimming pool accidents.
Swimming pools are one of the most popular ways to cool off during a Texas summer. Whether at a private home, apartment complex, hotel, or community center, pools provide a place for families to relax and have fun.
Texas’s “One-Bite Rule” doesn’t excuse negligent owners.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim after a first-time dog bite in Texas if the owner knew the dog was dangerous or failed to act reasonably in controlling it.
Texting is one of the most common forms of distracted driving.
Driving requires your full attention. While drunk driving is widely recognized as dangerous, distracted driving isn’t treated with the same seriousness, even though it’s just as dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, thousands of people lose their lives each year in crashes involving distracted drivers.
Road construction is in full swing across Texas.
Key Takeaway:
Liability for a construction zone accident in Texas may involve a driver, contractor, or government entity depending on who acted negligently.
National Poison Prevention Week was observed on March 15-23 in 2026.
Poisoning incidents are more common than many people realize. In 2024 alone, about 2.1 million human poison exposure calls were handled across the United States, according to poison control data. Young children are especially at risk, with tens of thousands of emergency room visits each year linked to toxic exposure.
Even a short fall off a ladder can cause a serious injury.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim if a homeowner’s negligence—such as failing to warn about dangerous conditions—caused your injury while helping with home repairs.
Whether traveling or staying local, knowing your rights after a spring break injury is crucial.
Spring break is in full swing. For many Texas families, it’s a chance to travel, relax, and spend time together. However, increased travel also brings a higher risk of accidents and injuries.
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