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A recent national television report asserted that road-rage incidents are becoming more common and more deadly, with the latest incident taking place in Pennsylvania, in which a man is alleged to have shot and killed a teenage girl during a traffic merge.  Click to watch level-headed advice from your Independent Program Attorney about what to... [Read More]

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Watch Sam Malone and Texas Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Michele Byington discuss the protest at the Sam Houston statue in Houston this weekend and learn how the phrase “in a manner calculated to alarm” could be very important if you choose to open carry a rifle or handgun at such demonstrations.      

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The short answer is, “Yes,” according to Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor. However, the Lone Star State supplies a lot of legal protection for people against such suits. Click the video below to watch the details of how civil lawsuits work in Texas, and watch how civil law applied to a Member in the related... [Read More]

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An intruder entered Isabella’s home, setting off an alarm — and a chain of events that led to a self-defense shooting and a civil suit. Fortunately, Isabella was a Member of Texas Law Shield, so she paid no attorney’s fees as the matter was resolved. Click the video below to watch Member Ambassador Sherry Hale... [Read More]

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[This story was updated on Friday, June 16 after Gov. Abbott took action on several bills late on June 15. Also, please see the note regarding the availability of legislative-update seminars at the bottom of this post.] Recently, I covered several pro-gun bills that needed the governor’s signature. Where do things stand? Since the last update, Governor... [Read More]

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Can your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Emily Taylor, Independent Program Attorney with Walker & Byington, explain that in Texas, employers call the shots regarding workplace self-defense.      

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      The 85th Texas Legislature adjourned on May 29, and in the session, legislators passed several bills that enhance gun-owners’ rights in the state. Following are descriptions of several bills that have passed the Legislature and have either been signed or are awaiting Gov. Abbott’s signature: [This item was updated on Sept. 1 to reflect the... [Read More]

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Lupe Valdez, the sheriff of Dallas County, has publicized that she’s a member of an anti-gun-rights group. Can her gun bias affect your carry rights? In this excerpt from a U.S. Law Shield News report, click to watch Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor and host Sam Malone discuss why you might worry about Sheriff Valdez’s... [Read More]

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A few East Texas anglers obviously knew they were breaking the law because they ran from the law. They were fishing last March along Gladewater Lake’s public fishing piers, but they bolted when a Gregg County game warden appeared. Gladewater police, however, were also on patrol and stopped one man when, according to the warden’s... [Read More]

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Hi, Texas Law Shield Members: We wanted to let you know about some fantastic deals you are eligible for through our 2A Member Perks program, including great buys on recreational gear, firearms, firearms accessories such as muzzle brakes and suppressors, and even training. For instance, 316 Enterprises offers a whopping 25% off the price of... [Read More]

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Members, if you enjoy sharing experiences, images, and stories with other like-minded firearms folks, be sure to check out our Texas Law Shield social-media outlets for legal tips, analysis, gun safety and use tips, and the wisdom of other Texas Law Shield members who live and love the EDC lifestyle. Like us on Facebook @TexasLawShield. Click... [Read More]

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In this excerpt from a U.S. LawShield News live report, watch Emily Taylor, Independent Program Attorney with Walker & Byington, discuss the basic rules for carrying firearms into restaurants and bars. Click the video below to find out the major differences between blue signs and red signs in Texas establishments, and how getting those colors crossed up could lead... [Read More]

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