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February 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Injured at Work in Texas in 2026? What To Do in the First 72 Hours to Protect Your Workers’ Comp Rights
A workplace injury can happen without warning. When it does, what you do in the first few days matters. In Texas, early action taken after... February 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Post-Super Bowl Liability: Proving Dram Shop Negligence in North Texas
Super Bowl weekend consistently leads to an increase in alcohol-related crashes across North Texas. While criminal cases focus on the intoxicated driver, Texas law also... February 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Texas Felony DWI with a Child Passenger: New 2026 Penalties and Defense Strategies
In Texas, if you are arrested and charged with driving under the influence with a minor as a passenger in the car, you can expect... February 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Do You Need a Family Law Attorney for Mediation in Texas? What February Divorce Filers Should Know
February consistently sees a rise in divorce filings across Texas. For many families, the start of the new year brings financial clarity, post-holiday decisions, and... February 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
The 2026 AI Liability Shift: Who Pays for a Self-Driving Rideshare Crash in DFW?
In 2026, Level 4 autonomous vehicles will no longer be considered experimental in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Self-driving rideshares and robotaxis are operating on public... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Fatal Truck Accident Cases in Dallas: How Federal Regulations Shape Wrongful Death Claims
A truck accident wrongful death claim in Dallas often involves more than just proving who caused the crash. When an 18-wheeler or commercial truck kills... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Your 2026 DFW Estate Plan Checklist: 7 Documents Every Texas Family Must Review Immediately
Many Texas families have some form of estate plan in place. Even those who do, though, often fail to review it with any regularity. Over... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Avoid the Fall: Hazardous Winter Conditions in DFW and Proving Liability in Winter Slip and Fall Accidents
Winter weather in North Texas creates risks that many people are not prepared for. Freezing rain, overnight temperature drops, and sudden cold snaps can turn... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Adoption Consent Laws in Texas: Who Must Consent and When
Adoption consent requirements in Texas determine who must agree before an adoption may proceed and when that agreement becomes legally binding. Texas law sets specific... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
Contesting an Adoption in Texas – The Legal Rights of Birth Parents
Contesting an adoption in Texas is a legal process that birth parents may pursue under specific circumstances. Texas law protects the finality of adoptions to... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law
When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident
The moments after a car crash leave most people shaken and unsure of their next steps. You’re facing a situation thousands of Texans navigate each... January 2026
By Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law