Pedestrian and bicycle accidents are on the rise in Texas In an effort to reduce the number of bicycle and pedestrian accidents statewide, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently designated $345 million for improvement projects for pedestrians and cyclists, including bike paths and pedestrian walkways. "People who walk and bike make up about 1...
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Roadway Fatalities Down in First Half of 2023, Yet Still Exceed Pre-Pandemic Levels
Roadway fatalities in the United States increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. While they still haven't dropped below pre-pandemic levels, some recent estimates show that there is some hope. According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there have been 19,515 roadway fatalities across the U.S. during the first half of...
Read MoreHow Long Does it Take For a Concussion To Show Up After a Car Accident?
Concussions can occur after car accidents, even if symptoms appear days later. Car accidents often result in severe injuries, including concussions. But how do you know if you have a concussion? And how long does it take for concussion symptoms to appear after a car crash? If you believe you have a concussion due to...
Read MoreEstate Planning for Parents: Securing Your Family's Future
In the tapestry of parenthood, one thread woven intricately with love, dedication, and a vision for the future is often overlooked: estate planning. While parents naturally prioritize providing for our children's daily needs and nurturing their growth, the concept of preparing for a time when we might not be around can be unsettling. Yet, it's...
Read MoreSpeeding a Factor in Nearly 30% of Traffic Fatalities, Study Reports
A recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety sheds light on the dangers of speeding, which consistently leads to a significant number of fatal car accidents. The study examined the impact of speed limits on car accidents nationwide, analyzing before-and-after data on a dozen roadways with raised or lowered speed limits. Dr. David...
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accidents Reach Alarming Levels
Pedestrian deaths in Texas are up 20% since 2019. Deadly pedestrian accidents have skyrocketed in Texas since 2019, when there were about 660 fatal crashes, according to a new study. Preliminary estimates for last year indicate 834 fatal pedestrian accidents in Texas, according to Governors Highway Safety Association research. Hoover Rogers Law, LLP represents victims...
Read MoreTexas, Oklahoma Among Top States With Highest Teen Driver Fatality Rate From 2011-2020
Young drivers are susceptible to serious and fatal car accidents. Every year, thousands of young lives across the nation are tragically cut short due to car accidents, making teen driver fatalities a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. In Texas and Oklahoma, the numbers paint a stark picture. According to a report by ValuePenguin that...
Read MoreMotorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Sharing the Road With Bikers
Motorists need to drive defensively to avoid motorcycle crashes May is here, and with it is the beginning of peak motorcycle season in Texas and Oklahoma. There's nothing like enjoying the open road on a bike — but unfortunately, motorcyclists are also highly vulnerable to serious and life-threatening injuries in accidents. According to the Oklahoma...
Read MoreImpaired Driving Continues to Wreak Havoc on Our Nation's Roads
To many people are injured or killed in preventable crashes caused by impaired drivers. Every day in the U.S., car accidents caused by drunk drivers claim the lives of 32 people, which is equivalent to a death every 45 minutes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Crashes caused by impaired drivers can...
Read MoreCompensation for Rear-End Accidents
If you were rear-ended and injured, it's important to know your potential legal options. Rear-end collisions are some of the most common types of car accidents that occur. For example, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end collisions account for approximately 29% of all reported car accidents in the United States. However,...
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