# Child Seats and Child Restraints Save Lives | Attorney Brian White ![Child Seats and Child Restraints Save Lives in a Car Accident](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Child-Seats-and-Child-Restraints-Save-Lives-in-a-Car-Accident-300x240.jpg) [Car accidents](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/) are all too common across the state of [Texas](https://www.texas.gov/). The risk of [severe injuries](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/catastrophic-injury-lawyer/) and [death](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/wrongful-death-lawyer/) is less when a child rides in a safety seat. Unfortunately, [children are injured](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/child-injury-lawyer/) and killed because parents or caregivers do not follow the recommendations for child safety seats and seat belts.  The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) updated its [recommendations for safety seats](https://www.aappublications.org/news/2018/08/30/passengersafety083018) in 2018. The AAP now recommends that children remain in rear-facing safety seats for as long as possible. Parents and caregivers can follow the recommendations for weight and height restrictions from the safety seat manufacturer.  The same is true for forward-facing safety seats. Children should remain in these seats for as long as possible. Each seat has weight and height restrictions, but most seats accommodate children up to 60 pounds. After a child outgrows a safety seat, booster seats should be used until seat belts fit correctly when the child is seated in the car. Parents should also check the limitations of booster seats. The AAP also recommends that children remain in the rear seat of a vehicle until they are at least 13 years of age. It is also essential to [register a child safety seat](https://www.nhtsa.gov/car-seats-and-booster-seats/child-passenger-safety-week) so that you can receive safety information and information about recalls. A defective safety seat can put a child at risk for catastrophic injuries and death in a car accident. Also, parents need to ensure that a car seat is [installed correctly](https://www.txdot.gov/safety/traffic-safety-campaigns/child-passenger-safety.html) to maximize protection.  ## Texas Car Seat Laws Texas requires all children [under the age of eight years](https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/media-and-communications-office/texas-occupant-restraint-laws#safety-belts) who do not meet height requirements to be in a [child passenger safety](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/child-passenger-safety-tips/) seat system according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Gov. Abbott vetoed a bill in 2019 that would have required children under two years of age to ride in rear-facing car seats. Even though [Texas car seat laws](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/blog/texas-child-car-seat-laws/) may not require parents to use rear-facing car seats, the AAP and other safety organizations strongly recommend keeping children in rear-facing car seats until they outgrow the seat’s maximum weight and height restrictions.  For a legal consultation call [(713) 500-5000](tel:+17135005000) ## What Should Parents Do if Their Child Is Injured in a Car Accident? Children injured in traffic accidents have the same right to recover compensation for damages as adults. However, personal injury claims involving children can be complicated. A child’s injuries could result in long-term impairments in development and learning.  Working with a child injury lawyer can be helpful. An attorney who handles injury claims involving children understands the unique challenges involved in childhood injury cases. An attorney also has the resources and experts that might be necessary to help determine future damages. If your child is injured in a car crash, seek immediate medical treatment for your child. Documenting your child’s injuries is crucial.  You must prove that the car crash caused your child’s injuries. Delays in medical treatment could raise questions about whether the car crash caused the injuries. Insurance companies use any argument to avoid liability. Your child’s health and welfare are the top priority. However, you need to take steps to protect your child’s legal rights. Allowing an attorney to handle the case from the beginning means that you have more time to focus on your child’s well-being and health while your lawyer fights to hold the driver who hurt your child responsible for negligence and wrongdoing. ## Contact the Houston Car Accident Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help Our offices Houston — Greenway/Upper Kirby 3120 Southwest Freeway, Suite 350 Houston, TX 77098 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 364-1466](tel:+17133641466) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%203120%20Southwest%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20350%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077098) Houston — East Freeway 11811 East Freeway, Suite 630-06 Houston, TX 77029 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 609-1893](tel:+17136091893) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011811%20East%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20630-06%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077029) Houston — South Loop 2600 South Loop West, Suite 293 Houston, TX 77054 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 281-4904](tel:+17132814904) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%202600%20South%20Loop%20West%2C%20Suite%20293%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077054) Houston — Katy Freeway 11511 Katy Fwy, Suite 515 Houston, TX 77079 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 909-7537](tel:+17139097537) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011511%20Katy%20Fwy%2C%20Suite%20515%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077079) Houston — Clear Lake 1300 Bay Area Blvd, Suite B268 Houston, TX 77058 By appointment only Call [(936) 508-2854](tel:+19365082854) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201300%20Bay%20Area%20Blvd%2C%20Suite%20B268%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077058) The Woodlands 1776 Woodstead Ct, Ste. 203 The Woodlands, TX 77380 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201776%20Woodstead%20Ct%2C%20Ste.%20203%2C%20The%20Woodlands%2C%20TX%2077380) Champion Forest (Cypress) 4606 FM 1960 Rd W, Ste. 444 Houston, TX 77069 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%204606%20FM%201960%20Rd%20W%2C%20Ste.%20444%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077069) --- ### About the Author Brian White ![About the Author Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/brian-white-houston-personal-injury-lawyer-300x300.jpg) [Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/our-attorneys/brian-white/) earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in Houston and is licensed to practice in Texas. He is a [Board-Certified](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/resources/brian-white-is-board-certified-in-personal-injury-trial-law/) Personal Injury Trial Lawyer. Dedicated to giving back, he actively supports local charities and [community initiatives](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/community-involvement/). [Client testimonials](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/testimonials/) highlight Brian’s compassion, open communication, and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for those he represents. 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