What is Modified Comparative Negligence in Texas?
Quick Answer Texas follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. You can recover money for your injuries as long as you are found 50% or less responsible for what…
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Planning for the Unexpected: Why Estate Planning Matters No one likes to think about death, disability, or the unexpected twists life can take. It’s uncomfortable, even unsettling. But avoiding the…
Morals Clauses and Criminal Charges
What happens when you get arrested while you have a morals clause? Many corporate officers, entertainers, and athletes have morals clauses. In this article, we explore what happens when you…
Sale, Distribution, or Display of Harmful Material to a Minor | Penal Code 43.24
Penal Code 43.24 criminalizes the sale, distribution, or display of harmful material to a minor in Texas. It is not an offense you hear about a lot, but a recent…
Time Limits to File a Claim Against the Government in Texas
Time Limits to File a Claim under the Texas Tort Claims Act Filing a personal injury claim can be complex under normal circumstances, but when the defendant is a governmental…
Is It Illegal to Wear Headphones While Driving in Texas?
Is It Illegal to Wear Headphones While Driving in Texas? No state law in Texas makes it illegal to wear headphones while driving in Texas. There are times when you…
Can You Sue a Public School for Sexual Abuse in Texas?
Can You Sue a Public School for Sexual Abuse in Texas? Yes, you can sue a Texas public school for sexual abuse, but your legal options depend heavily on when…
Hit by a Police Car or Emergency Vehicle in DFW? Here’s What Texas Law Actually Says
A Fort Worth patrol car running lights and siren blows through a red light and hits your vehicle broadside. Or a Dallas fire engine responding to a call crosses the…
Diaz v. United States: Expert Testimony in Criminal Trials
Diaz v. United States: Gorsuch’s Dissent Takes Center Stage On June 20, 2024, the United States Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling in the case of Diaz v. United States,…