New York, NY and Houston, TX, September 10, 2026 – Discernis, legal intelligence software for litigation and investigations, today announced a new educational partnership with Doug Austin’s eDiscovery Today, the only daily blog for electronic discovery, information governance, cybersecurity, data privacy
Texas’s Most Dangerous Bridges for 18-Wheeler Strikes
If you’ve spent any time in Texas, you’ve probably read about an incident where an entire highway was shut down because someone in a big rig hit the overpass while driving under it. Texas has some of the busiest freight
Legal Literacy: Understanding a Legal System That Belongs to Us
Each year on September 8, International Literacy Day invites us to consider the importance of literacy in our lives and communities. This year, UNESCO marks the 60th anniversary of this event with a broad theme: Literacy for People, the Planet
Simmons and Fletcher, P.C. Sponsors Autism Meets Faith’s The Bridge 2026 Regional Summit on November 7, 2026
The Bridge Regional Summit The Bridge 2026 Regional Summit, hosted by Autism Meets Faith, is a single-day event that takes place at the Hyatt Regency in Baytown, Texas, on November 7, 2026. Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., is proud to be
Texas Motorcycle Passenger Rules Every Rider Must Follow
Key Takeaways: Essential Texas Motorcycle Passenger Rules Passengers must be at least 5 years old to ride on a motorcycle in Texas, with limited exceptions for emergencies or law enforcement purposes. Required safety equipment includes a permanent passenger seat, footrests,
How to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas
Key Takeaways: What You Need to Know About Proving Wrongful Death Four elements of negligence must be proven: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. Each element requires specific evidence and legal proof to establish the defendant’s liability.
Opening Doors to Information and Civic Participation in September
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, an annual celebration of the many ways libraries connect people with information, resources, learning, and their communities. Since 1987, libraries across the country have used the month to encourage people to discover—or rediscover—what
What the $6 Million Verdict and $17 Billion Meta Settlement Mean for Houston Families Affected by Social Media Addiction
Published August 29, 2026 | Houston, Texas Personal Injury Law Local Houston news channels such as FOX 26 and KPRC have aired several stories lately about Meta agreeing to pay roughly $17 billion to settle claims brought by dozens of
How to File a Work Injury Lawsuit the Right Way
Key Takeaways: What Every Houston Worker Should Know Before Filing a Work Injury Lawsuit Texas is the only state that does not require most private employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. If your employer is a non-subscriber, you may be
Statutes to Consider for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child from a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston
Found in Texas Penal Code § 21.02, continuous sexual abuse of a child is a pattern offense. The State must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant, over a period of 30 or more days, committed two or