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Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Brad Russell, attorney TL;DR: Texas Registration Changes As Texans, we’re all familiar with the process of renewing our vehicle registration. You renew your inspection, pay a fee, and get your new sticker – simple stuff.   That process changed significantly in 2025 when House Bill 3297 eliminated mandatory annual safety inspections for most non-commercial vehicles in Texas. But the changes didn’t stop there.  As of March

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Tadarious Hawkins, Attorney  TL;DR: Key Takeaways About Radar Detectors  Radar detectors have long been popular among drivers aiming to stay informed about police radar activity, especially in states where radar detectors are legal. Typically, these are assumed to help people avoid speeding tickets, which sounds like it should be illegal. However, radar detectors are legal in most

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Michael Cupero, attorney  TL;DR: Side Mirror Laws & Safety Takeaways  When it comes to vehicle safety and legal compliance, mirrors might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but they matter more than you might think. Whether you’ve recently lost a side mirror in a fender bender or you’re customizing

Author: Shelby Benavidez   Contributing Attorney:  Camille Pace, attorney  TL;DR: What You Need to Know About Newer vs. Older Car Safety Think about the first car you ever drove. Now compare it to the vehicles on the road today. Chances are, the difference is night and day.   Car safety has come a long way in the United States. Technologies that

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Mark O’Donnell, attorney  TL;DR: Key Takeaways  The holidays are a time for celebration. Dinner with friends, office parties, and family gatherings often include food, laughter, and a glass (or two) of wine. At the end of the night, it’s common to leave with leftovers. Sometimes that means a plate of food wrapped in foil. Other