Monthly Archives: September 2024
School Bus Accidents and Safety
School buses are a common sight across Texas and all over the United States. When school is in session, millions of children ride the bus to and from school. Despite not always having seat belts, school buses are considered to be very safe. They are large and built to be extremely sturdy. In fact,… Read More »
Road Debris and Car Accidents
Ever see pieces of wood or metal in the middle of the road? What about large pieces of furniture or car parts such as bumpers and tires? These items are common occurrences on some busy roadways but they’re nothing to mess around with. This is called road debris. Hitting road debris while in your… Read More »
Do Seat Belts Really Save Lives?
For many decades, seat belt use has been the focus of driver safety campaigns. For many of us, wearing a seat belt is second nature. We buckle up as soon as we get into the car. Then there are those who absolutely hate seat belts. They feel restricted by them and as a result,… Read More »
Car Accidents in Rural vs. Urban Areas
Urban areas have a lot of cars and traffic. Getting from place to place can be a nightmare, especially during rush hour. As such, a lot of accidents happen on freeways and even on surface streets. There are a lot fewer vehicles in rural areas. Traffic is pretty much nonexistent, but there are other… Read More »
Safety Enhancements Planned for Highway 361 After Fatal Crash
On August 9, a fatal car accident occurred on State Highway 361 in Port Aransas. Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash, causing one fatality and several injuries. The driver, a 35-year-old man, was heading south on Highway 361 when he swerved into oncoming traffic in the northbound lane. He hit a vehicle head… Read More »
Common Damages in Car Accident Claims
Car accidents happen every day in Texas and they are no laughing matter. Even a seemingly minor fender bender can result in costly repairs, insurance claims, and a lot of inconvenience. If there are any injuries involved, things just get worse from there. Medical expenses can quickly get out of control. On top of… Read More »
FAQs About Texas Car Accidents
After a Texas car crash, you may have questions about the process. Whether this is your first or fifth accident, it’s always good to know what to expect. Here are some FAQs that drivers often have after being involved in a car accident. How Much Car Insurance Do I Need? Under Texas law, drivers… Read More »
