Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is an optional insurance coverage that Texas drivers can purchase along with auto liability insurance. PIP provides coverage when injuries are sustained by the insured driver and passengers in the driver’s vehicle. PIP is designed to provide immediate financial assistance to…
Texting and handheld cellphone use, has been illegal in all of Texas since the government passed a bill in 2017. Under Texas Transportation Code § 545.4251, motorists can’t use their phones for any reason unless their vehicle is stopped (parked, not at a stoplight) or…
Curious about the state of road safety in Houston? Let’s dive into some eye-opening facts. In this post, we’ll cover: The high crash rates in Houston and how they compare to traffic accidents in other cities in Texas. The leading causes behind these accidents and;…
There are thousands of miles to cover in Texas, from the abundance of highways around the larger cities, like Houston, to the far reaches of the Big Bend region. Our roads are integral in moving goods around the clock from our ports to other parts…
The Safe Following Distance Rule Explained It is never a good idea to ignore the safe following distance rule. Following another vehicle too closely won’t get you there faster, might get you a ticket, and could mean liability for an accident. The most recent Texas…
Texas roads are full of car accidents. After these collisions, some walk away without a scratch, and others are left with life-altering injuries. The severity of injuries may be felt right away, but sometimes, the pain does not hit the accident victim until days or…
After a car accident, the thing you should be focusing on is recovery, but it can be easy to be distracted by mounting medical bills. Paying for injuries sustained after a crash can often become a tricky issue. Figuring out who pays for the medical…
All drivers on the road must legally refrain from unsafe driving. Drowsy and drunk drivers neglect this obligation. The effects of driving drowsy vs. driving drunk are not identical but “bear some similarities and are considered equally dangerous,” according to the Sleep Foundation. Both drowsy…
Headphones provide entertainment for many drivers on the Texas roads. However, driving with headphones can be dangerous for the driver and the other motorists and pedestrians around them. Before wearing headphones behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, you should consider the implications of doing…
Responsible drivers do their best to avoid car accidents. However, when accidents happen, many people wonder How Long After a Car Accident Do You Have to File a Police Report? Under the Texas Transportation Code, when a car accident involves: Injuries or car accident fatalities…
Car accidents can lead to all kinds of damage to your body, but one of the worst traumas is a car accident head injury. Hitting the steering wheel, windshield, or side windows of your vehicle during a crash can result in Traumatic Brain Injuries or…
The injuries you face after a car crash can affect you for a long time. It may take weeks or months (or longer) to heal, and you may still be left with lifelong pain or issues. You must take an active role in your recovery…
Car accidents are overwhelming enough, but when the person who hurt you was drinking and driving, you struggle to make sense of who would choose to do this. The dangers of DUI have been recognized and advertised for decades, so understanding why a drunk driver…
Any car accident can cause severe injuries, but a T-bone crash is especially dangerous. Usually occurring at intersections, a T-bone car accident happens when the front of one vehicle slams into the side of another. Anyone sitting inside either vehicle can be seriously hurt and…
Highway construction sites are some of Houston, Texas’s most dangerous work environments. The combination of heavy equipment, large vehicles, and high speeds can lead to serious accidents and injuries for workers and bystanders. If you or a loved one has been injured in a highway…