In several car accident cases, determining fault is difficult. Yet, the conclusion that the judge or jury ultimately reaches can have a profound impact on your future. This is because Texas utilizes a comparative negligence approach in personal injury cases. Here, the...
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How to avoid a wrong-way driver on the road
Driving on the road can be perilous, especially when encountering wrong-way drivers. These situations demand vigilant awareness and quick thinking to ensure your safety. Navigating through traffic requires more than just adhering to road rules. Practicing a few key...
3 warning signs that you are too tired to drive safely
Many people drive every day and do not think twice about getting behind the wheel. One factor that many drivers underestimate is the significance of fatigue when you get behind the wheel. Drowsy driving is dangerous for you and others on the road. Here are a few...
Staying safe when driving in heavy traffic
Houston is home to some of the busiest roads and highways in the nation, which means traffic backups are common. The roads tend to become busier during certain times of the year, such as summer holiday weekends or around Christmas and New Year’s. Driving in heavy...
Texas second in the nation for red light running
In the vast expanse of Texas, a disquieting trend has emerged in recent years, casting a shadow over the safety of its roadways. Texas is among the worst states in the nation for red light running and road deaths related to this behavior. This is an issue that...
How do digital signs that display death counts distract drivers?
Electronic signs flashing traffic fatality figures are meant to be shocking reminders for drivers to operate safely behind the wheel. These digital displays are part of ongoing efforts to reduce vehicle collisions through behavioral interventions. Unfortunately,...
What not to say after a motor vehicle crash
Emotions often overpower logic right after a tragic car crash. The extraordinary shock and distress from the experience can make an injured person say things they shouldn’t. Unfortunately, conveying their thoughts without careful consideration or until they are...
Three bad habits that often lead to accidents
No one wants to think about the possibility of getting into a car accident. Unfortunately, it is always a possibility, even for the safest of drivers. While you can never eliminate the risk of getting into an accident, there are steps you can take to significantly...
Fast and fatal: Speed still leads Texas crashes’ risk factors
Texas has recorded road fatalities every day since November 7, 2000, according to the state’s Department of Transportation (DOT). Speeding has always been the top contributing factor, alongside others like driver inattention and sudden lane changes. Last year alone,...
6 driving impairments caused by medication
Medicine could be necessary to get over an illness or alleviate symptoms of various health conditions. Most of the time, people could feel better after ingesting their medication. However, they could have adverse side effects, causing impairments that make driving...