Car and truck crashes in Texas are tracked by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), which compiles statistics on motor vehicle safety within the state. Here are some of the top facts for Texas drivers, from the “Texas Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Highlights Calendar Year 2014” report:
Higher Car Wreck Risk Predicted for Memorial Day and Throughout Summer 2015
Researchers at the National Safety Council and the American Automobile Association (AAA) are predicting a higher rate of fatal and injury-causing car crashes during the summer of 2015 than were seen last year. At least seven deadly auto crashes have already been reported in Texas for the recent Memorial Day weekend, according to a news report from Fox 6. With …
Four Ways to Travel More Safely This Holiday Season
This holiday season, millions of Texans will make plans to hit the road, whether that means doing some holiday shopping or traveling across several states to be with loved ones. Experienced Dallas car accident attorneys will join those on the roads, always aware that practicing safe driving can reduce the risk of a serious crash – but that not all …
Top Stats on Texas Car Accidents in 2013
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) keeps track of accidents that occur on Texas roadways each year. The data are used to measure how well Texas agencies are doing at decreasing car accidents, where and when accidents are most likely to occur, and how many Texas families are affected each year by car accident injuries and deaths. Because these statistics …
Keep Teens Safer Behind the Wheel: What Parents Can Do
Every year, hundreds of parents throughout Texas watch as their child takes a car on the road alone for the first time. Experienced Dallas car wreck attorneys with teens know that drivers age 16 to 19 face the highest risk for a vehicle accident. That’s why they recommend to all parents that families learn the risks teen drivers face and …
AARP Driver Safety Courses Aim to Keep Older Drivers Out of Car Accidents
Many older Texas drivers do not see a point to taking a driver education class. With years of driving experience behind them, they reason, surely I know enough by now to stay safe on the road. Why do I need a class to tell me how to drive? In fact, every driver can benefit from a refresher course on safe …
Does Google Glass Make Multitasking Safer Behind the Wheel? No, Say Scientists
When it comes to texting or using tech behind the wheel, hands-free doesn’t mean safer. This is the conclusion drawn from a recent study from the University of Central Florida comparing the use of Google Glass to the use of a smartphone while driving. Experienced Dallas car accident attorneys still strongly recommend putting the tech away whenever you are in …
Choosing the Right Booster Seat for Your Child
Choosing the right booster seat for a growing child can be a mind-boggling experience. There are dozens of options available, and each one boasts different features. How can you decide which booster seat best fits the needs of your growing child and your family? When choosing a booster seat for your child, consider the following tips from the National Highway …
What Does Automobile Insurance Cover?
Choosing the coverage your insurance policy will have can be an overwhelming task. The damages that car accidents can leave are many: your car can be damaged, or you can damage another car, you as a driver can also get hurt as well as your passengers the same way you can injure others. Hence, knowing what kind of damages your …
5 Steps to Remember as a Hit-and-Run Victim
Car accidents are prevalent all over the country, which means that hit and run incidents are also very common. We hear mostly about cars and trucks colliding against each other, but vehicles can also collide with pedestrians and unfortunately, 16% of them end up being hit and run victims.
