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Category Archives: Dram Shop Liability
Impaired Driver Causes Deadly Chain-Reaction Crash in West Houston
A deadly multi-vehicle collision occurred on January 8, 2025, just before 2:30 am. The collision occurred on the Southbound 59 Freeway over Shepherd Drive in Houston, Texas. According to authorities, the chain-reaction collision began when a driver, who showed signs of impairment, collided into a…
Understanding Dram Shop Cases in Texas: What To Do If You’re Hit by A Drunk Driver
If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver in Texas, you may be wondering about your legal options. In addition to holding the driver responsible, you might also be able to pursue a claim against the establishment that served them alcohol—a…
Dangers of Golf Carts and Drinking
The danger of drinking and driving does not go away because the vehicle is a golf cart. Golf carts lack the restraint and safety features found in a vehicle, and coupled with excessive drinking, pose a risk to both the driver and the passengers. A…
Holding Houston Bars Accountable: Suing a Bar for Overservice
Dram Shop Laws are laws that impose civil liability for the overservice of alcohol on bar and restaurant establishments who are licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. These laws vary from state to state. In the state of Texas, Dram Shop laws hold bars and restaurants…
Overserving Alcohol: Who’s Responsible?
In Texas, alcohol consumption is a common part of social gatherings, but with it comes the responsibility to serve patrons safely and responsibly. Restaurants and bars that over-serve alcohol to patrons put the public at risk, contributing to accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Texas law holds…
Texas Ranks 3rd Among the Worst in Fatal Drunk Driving
In a sobering revelation, Texas finds itself at the center of an alarming statistic ranking as the third most dangerous state to drive due to elevated drunk driving. According to Forbes recent 2023 report, Texas is the unfortunate runner-up in the list of states grappling…
Holding Third Parties Liable in Texas for Alcohol-Related Injuries
Imagine this scenario: a drunk driver runs a stop sign and collides with your car, causing severe injuries. While pursuing a personal injury claim against the drunk driver seems like the logical step, what if they’re uninsured or underinsured? Are there alternative options available under…
Dram Shop Liability in Texas: Responsibilities and Consequences
In Texas, where socializing often involves the consumption of alcohol, dram shop liability plays a crucial role in ensuring accountability for alcohol-related incidents. This legal concept holds establishments accountable for serving alcohol to individuals who later cause harm to themselves or others due to intoxication.…
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