Texas Laws

valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | October 24, 2017 | Personal Injury, Texas Laws

When injured individuals file personal injury claims, they sometimes face multiple defendants. Several parties may have contributed to an injured plaintiff’s damages, and, therefore, the plaintiff has several potential avenues for compensation. Texas’ dram shop laws exist to protect individuals who suffer injuries and other damages from intoxicated individuals. Not only can an injured plaintiff… read more

valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | October 17, 2017 | Texas Laws

Seatbelts are an essential safety feature in passenger vehicles. During a crash, a seatbelt holds passengers against their seat, absorbing some impact and preventing the person from flying through the windshield or front seat. While some people are skeptical of seat belts’ efficacy, it is essential for Texas drivers and passengers to wear their seatbelts… read more

valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 23, 2016 | Texas Laws

Exotic pet ownership is becoming a popular trend here in Houston, Texas. If you are looking to go beyond the everyday dog or cat, your options abound: sugar gliders, exotic birds, and even tigers are options here in the Lone Star State. Is it legal to own exotic animals like sloths and bears in our… read more

valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 19, 2015 | Texas Laws

Every year, hundreds of Americans are injured in car accidents. While most car accidents involve crashes with other motor vehicles, there is a surprising number of accidents that involve animals, especially in Texas. Roughly 253,000 animal-involved accidents happen annually. A collision involving an animal can cause extensive damage to the car, severe injuries to the… read more