The Texas Supreme Court Bars Personal Injury Claims by Some First Responders

Last week, the Texas Supreme Court, in the case of Seward v. Santander, adopted the “public-safety officer’s rule.” This rule prevents police officers, firefighters, and potentially some other governmental employees from pursuing certain negligence claims for personal injuries sustained while responding to an emergency. Unfortunately, this new rule will prevent…

Justice After Tragedy: Holding Bars and Restaurants Accountable Under the Texas Dram Shop Act

When a person is seriously injured—or a life is tragically lost—because of the reckless decision to serve alcohol to someone already intoxicated, the impact is life-altering. These situations are heartbreaking and preventable. At Turner-Monahan PLLC, we are committed to helping victims and their families find justice and accountability for these…