This month, the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library is highlighting immigration law resources available through the library. Whether you are researching immigration procedures, looking for authoritative legal commentary, or seeking self-help legal information, the library offers materials designed to help patrons better understand this area of law.
Read moreLeading with Purpose: Mariann Sears, First Woman Director of Harris County Hainsworth Law Library
Each March, Women’s History Month offers an opportunity to reflect on the leaders who have shaped institutions and strengthened communities. At the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library, that reflection includes the remarkable leadership of Mariann Sears, whose tenure as Director marked a historic moment in the library’s long history.
Read moreFebruary is Elder and Disability Law Resources Month
Elder law and disability law are closely related areas of legal practice that focus on protecting the rights, autonomy, and well-being of older adults and people with disabilities. In Texas, these legal issues intersect with state-specific laws, public benefits programs, and agencies that can be difficult to navigate without reliable information and planning. This brief overview introduces key topics in Texas elder and disability law and points readers toward trusted resources for learning more.
Read moreJanuary is Consumer Law Resources Month
January is Consumer Law Resources Month at the Harris County Law Library. Consumer law focuses on protecting individuals in everyday transactions—when buying goods or services, dealing with debt collectors, credit reporting issues, or resolving landlord-tenant disputes. In Texas, many of these protections come from laws like the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices–Consumer Protection Act (DTPA), which prohibits false, misleading, or deceptive business practices. At the federal level, agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and nonprofit advocacy organizations—including the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC)—play a key role in enforcing consumer protections, developing policy, and providing educational resources for consumers and advocates alike.
Read moreDecember Is Impaired Driving Prevention Month: Preventing Wrong-Way Tragedies in Harris County
On December 11, 2025, Harris County Commissioners Court recognized December as Impaired Driving Prevention Month and underscored a sobering reality: more than 30% of deaths on Harris County roads involve alcohol. With the holidays bringing more celebrations (and more risk), the message is simple and urgent: impaired driving is preventable—and the choices we make save lives.
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