Texas Law Firm Francis Injury Educates Parents on Child Passenger Safety Laws

[Dallas, TX] – Understanding when a child can sit in the front seat of a car is a crucial safety concern for parents. Francis Injury: Car & Truck Accident Lawyers, a trusted Texas law firm specializing in personal injury cases, has released an informative guide to help parents navigate child passenger safety laws and ensure their children are properly protected while traveling.

With decades of experience handling car accident cases, Michael Francis, a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer, emphasizes the importance of adhering to child seat safety regulations to prevent injuries. The firm’s latest blog post addresses frequently asked questions, state-specific guidelines, and expert recommendations to help parents make informed decisions regarding their child’s safety in a vehicle.

What Texas Law Says About Kids Sitting in the Front Seat

Texas law does not specify a set age for when a child can sit in the front seat. However, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommend that children under 13 years old remain in the back seat due to safety concerns.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), children seated in the front are at a higher risk of severe injury due to airbag deployment and frontal crash impacts. Texas law does mandate the use of appropriate child safety seats based on a child’s age, height, and weight, reinforcing the need for rear seating for younger passengers.

Francis Injury Advocates for Child Passenger Safety

“Our goal is to educate families on the importance of vehicle safety laws and help prevent unnecessary injuries,” said Michael Francis, founder of Francis Injury. “We have seen firsthand the devastating consequences of improper seat belt use and front-seat placement for young children. Through this initiative, we want to ensure every parent in Texas understands the safest way to transport their children.”

Francis Injury’s legal team urges parents to follow expert guidelines, including:

Keeping children in the back seat until at least age 13
Using car seats or booster seats appropriate for the child's age and size
Ensuring proper seat belt fit once transitioning to adult restraints
Disabling passenger airbags if a child must sit in the front seat

For a detailed breakdown of child passenger laws in all 50 states and expert recommendations, visit the full article on the Francis Injury blog.

Legal Assistance for Injuries Related to Child Passenger Safety

Francis Injury specializes in car and truck accident cases, aggressively representing families whose children have been injured due to negligent drivers, defective car seats, or improper safety measures. The firm is committed to holding reckless drivers, auto manufacturers, and other responsible parties accountable for injuries caused by child seat safety violations. Whether the case involves serious injuries, wrongful death, or insurance disputes, the experienced legal team at Francis Injury fights tirelessly for maximum compensation.

Operating on a contingency fee basis, Francis Injury ensures that clients pay nothing unless compensation is recovered—eliminating any financial burden for families already dealing with emotional and medical challenges. The firm serves Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Grapevine, Irving, Southlake, Keller, Lewisville, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Denton, and surrounding areas, offering compassionate yet aggressive representation.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident due to child seat safety violations or negligence, Francis Injury is available for a free consultation. Contact their team at 817-329-9001 or visit FrancisInjury.com to learn more.