A DANGEROUS SEASON FOR TEXAS ROADS DRUNK DRIVING AND HOLIDAY HAZARDS The holidays are supposed to be a time of warmth and togetherness. But every year, families across Texas and the U.S. find themselves blindsided when a drunk driver causes a crash that changes everything. Nationwide, 37 people die in drunk driving crashes every day. However, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, that number spikes. Alcohol is everywhere during the holiday season, and people are more likely to get behind the wheel after a few drinks, thinking they’re fine. But data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that fatal alcohol-related crashes are about 27% more common during the holidays. Drunk driving cases don’t just involve criminal charges. For the injured and grieving, the civil side matters just as much. That’s where compensation for medical bills, lost income, and long-term impact comes from, but getting that compensation isn’t always simple. Sometimes, the driver flees the scene. Other times, they have no insurance. The bar or restaurant serving alcohol might even be held responsible. Texas dram shop laws allow for that, but only in specific situations.
We’ve seen how fast a celebration can turn into a nightmare. The physical recovery is hard enough, but the emotional toll lingers, too. That’s why it matters to work with a legal team that understands what’s at stake and how to gather the right evidence, from police reports and BAC results to witness accounts and crash reconstructions. If someone you love was hit by a drunk driver, don’t try to deal with it on your own. These cases take skill, time, and commitment to doing things right. We help clients across Texas take those steps every day, and we’re here to walk with you, too. Our team hopes your holidays are filled with peace, not pain. But if the unexpected happens, know you’re not alone.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
INGREDIENTS • 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin • 1 (10 oz) can evaporated milk • 1 cup light brown sugar • 3 eggs • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice • 1 box yellow cake mix • 1 cup coarsely crushed
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside. 2. In a large bowl, add pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice. 3. Stir to combine and pour into the prepared pan. 4. Sprinkle the entire box of cake mix on top, followed by nuts or graham crackers and toffee bits. 5. Pour melted butter evenly on top. 6. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until the center is set and edges are lightly browned. 7. Serve warm or at room temperature.
graham crackers or pecans
• 1/2 cup toffee bits (optional) • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, melted
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