A stunning 31% of all the traffic deaths in the United States were involving people who drove while they were intoxicated. That’s no less than 10,000 persons a year or 28 a day! Driving while intoxicated is commonly known as DUI (driving under the influence), but in some states, it’s … Continue reading
Let’s admit it we have all been there on the road, where someone cuts us off or takes that parking spot that was undoubtedly ours. The response we tend to give these people are all too common ranging from cursing like a sailor to the infamous finger flip. The road … Continue reading
With such a high number of people on the roads during the holiday season, the potential for accidents is huge. On average, over 15,000 people die in motor vehicle accidents this time of the year. Here are a few travel safety tips to ensure a fun and safe trip for … Continue reading
The roads of Texas can be difficult to navigate at times. They’re extra busy and can sometimes be a rat race even if it is not rush hour traffic. Car accidents are bound to happen in high traffic areas. Sometimes it’s not your fault and there is little to nothing … Continue reading
So you were recently involved in a motor vehicle collision which caused some significant damage to your vehicle and your body. You’re wondering a number of different things, including how you are going to get from point A to point B, now that your wheels are gone. What do you … Continue reading
A great attorney and friend of mine once used the term “Fools” coverage to describe the act of an insurance company fooling a customer into believing they have more coverage than they actually do because of the usage of the word “Full” coverage. Unfortunately, I have experienced many incidents when … Continue reading
Driver distraction is quickly becoming one of the leading causes of injury accidents both here in Texas and throughout the rest of the nation. Anytime your hands come off the wheel, your eyes wander away from the road or your attention is drawn elsewhere while you are driving, the results … Continue reading
For many transportation safety experts, summer is known as left-turn accident season. In essence, bikers and cyclists alike are uniquely vulnerable during the summer, because more motorists are consistently on the road. In addition to the volume of motorists on the road, motorists choose to drive while drunk, distracted, drowsy … Continue reading
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety published the American Driving Survey providing a fascinating snapshot of our daily driving habits. The foundation’s goal is to reduce injuries, prevent crashes and save lives by educating the public about traffic safety. The survey, involving personal interviews with 3,319 drivers, revealed some interesting facts about … Continue reading
As a big state with plenty of open roads, Texas has many registered commercial trucks and tractor trailers. Unfortunately, the state also has the highest number of truck accidents of any state. More than 500 trucks were involved in fatal accidents in Texas — more than twice as many as … Continue reading
