After Fleeing Hit and Run, Dallas Drunk Driver Causes Five More Injuries

By John ArnoldCar Accidents

The same driver caused two separate car accidents on a recent night in downtown Dallas injuring at least five people. According to the Dallas County sheriff’s office, the driver – who was suspected to be intoxicated at the time – caused the first crash on Uptown’s McKinney Avenue.  Police say that the driver fled the scene of that accident, only to run a stop …

Crash Between School Bus, DART Bus, and SUV Leaves Two Injured

By John ArnoldTruck Accident

Two passengers on a DART bus suffered minor injuries when a school bus collided with an SUV, which then hit the DART bus. According to an article in the Dallas Morning News, the crash happened near the intersection between Marsalis Avenue and 8th Street. The two passengers were taken to Methodist Dallas Medical Center for treatment of their injuries.

To Reduce Truck Accidents FMCSA Considers New Sleep Apnea Rule

By John ArnoldTruck Accident

Sleep apnea is a condition in which a sleeping person doesn’t get enough oxygen because of physical blockages in the airway as they sleep. A person who has sleep apnea might wake up many times during the night. This leads to poor rest, fatigue, and an increased risk of accidents. Including truck crashes.

What Happens If My Uber Driver Gets in an Accident?

By John ArnoldCar Accidents

Ride services like Uber and Lyft have become very popular in many Texas cities, especially those without comprehensive public transportation or cab services.  Uber allows passengers to find a driver quickly by logging into Uber’s app and requesting a ride.  The app pings the nearest active driver and sends him or her to pick up the passenger. Since it began, the …

Frisco Crash Claims the Life of 64-Year-Old Man

By John ArnoldCar Accidents

A three-car collision in Frisco, Texas recently claimed the life of a 64-year-old Dallas resident, according to a recent article in the Dallas Morning News. The Dallas man was driving a Volkswagen Jetta south on FM 423 when a Ford Escape traveling the opposite direction crossed into his lane and crashed into his vehicle. A third vehicle was also unable to stop …

Top Causes of Car Accidents in Texas Cities

By John ArnoldCar Accidents

Every day, thousands of drivers rush through city streets in Texas on their way to work, school, errands, and other events.  With so many cars on the road, the risk of accidents also increases.