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The following is a video transcript. Meet Texas Independent Program Attorney: Emily Taylor My name is Emily Taylor and I’m an Independent Program Attorney for Texas LawShield. I’m a native Texan and grew up just south of Houston. I started my career as an Assistant District Attorney for Galveston County, Texas. After a couple of... [Read More]

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Following the Regular 2019 Texas legislative session, well over a dozen bills dealing with gun rights were signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott. This quick read will show you what has changed and keep you on the right side of the law. All of these laws go into effect on September 1, 2019. House... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. When we think of self-defense, most of the time the first thing we picture is someone defending themselves with a firearm, but there are other non-lethal weapons that are legal to carry and use for self-defense in Texas. Let’s discuss a few of them. Pepper Spray The most common... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. School is back in session, and you’re getting ready to drop your kids off for their first day. You drop off the older kids, park your car, and head inside the school building to walk your youngest to his new classroom. Having carried your handgun all summer, you forget... [Read More]

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On February 14, 2018, a nineteen-year-old former student walked into the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, and fatally shot 17 people. There was an immediate national outcry to “do something” to stop the violence. When information emerged that the shooter had documented mental health issues, lawmakers across the country began pushing for... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. School’s out, the vacation time you’ve stocked up is burning a hole in your pocket, and friends and family are making plans to enjoy the nice weather—it’s summertime in Texas. Before you head to a swimming pool, beach, lake, or park, make sure you do your homework—especially if your... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. What do you do when an unruly party guest gets out of hand? Of course you can kick them out, but what if they won’t leave? What about someone who shows up on your property uninvited? These people are trespassers, and Texas law protects your property rights by allowing... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. It’s Saturday night. As you reach for the popcorn, you notice the motion sensor lights outside kick on. You look outside. You see a group of teenagers scattering across your front yard, heading for the street. One of them remains standing like a deer in headlights. What can you... [Read More]

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In response to landlords and building owners denying individuals the right to protect themselves and their families through leases, notice under 30.05, 30.06, and 30.07, or other contractual provisions; on Thursday, May 16th, 2019, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law HB 302, a bill introduced by Representative Dennis Paul (R-Houston). The new law prohibits... [Read More]

The post Breaking News: Pro-2A Bill Signed Into Law in Texas appeared first on U.S. & Texas LawShield.

With the start of summer approaching, it’s time to consider all your upcoming travels. Are you surprising your children with a trip to Disney World? Or maybe your niece is about to graduate from college? No matter the occasion, get the same protection you have in your home state with Multi-State coverage. It extends the... [Read More]

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Planning a vacation for your summer holidays? Not knowing the law could lead to severe consequences. You must know the law that applies to every step of your trip: from how to legally pack your gun for a flight, what to do when you get to the airport, and how the law in your end... [Read More]

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It’s a sad truth that churches, synagogues, and other places of religious worship are under assault. These tragic attacks happen all too often. And the frequency of these events appears to be increasing. We want you to be prepared in case of an emergency, and we want you to be safe. So, how can you... [Read More]

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