Category: Car Accident

Texas map in focus

Texas is not a no-fault state. In these states, each driver seeks money from their own insurer after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. Instead, Texas operates under an at-fault system. This means that the party who caused the collision is responsible for covering the injured party’s losses….

Driving at the mountain side of Colorado

Driving through the mountains of Colorado is a beautiful and scenic experience, but it also presents unique challenges and hazards that demand careful attention and preparation from drivers. Whether you are a seasoned driver or new to mountain driving, you must do what you can to stay safe. That means…

Mother fastening safety belt on booster seat for her kid.

Colorado seat belt laws require every driver, front seat passenger, and child under 16 to wear a seat belt in a vehicle operating on a street or highway. This law applies to occupants of all motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and autocycles equipped with safety belts. While the law mandates…

Car crossing in the parking lot.

Cutting through a parking lot to avoid traffic or traffic control devices is illegal in Texas. Using a parking lot as a shortcut to bypass red lights, stop signs, or congestion can result in a traffic violation. Police often patrol areas where this behavior is common and ticket offenders. Drivers…

Junction with traffic in Dallas Texas.

Intersections are inherently risky, as they involve traffic meeting from multiple directions at once. Even so, some Dallas intersections are more hazardous than others. Here’s what you need to know about the most dangerous intersections in Dallas, Texas. What Are the Top 5 Most Dangerous Intersections in Dallas? Let’s take…

Car vs truck accident happening in the highway

Many people understand that traffic accidents are far too common in Colorado, but the true extent of the problem can be difficult to fathom. According to statistics from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), a single recent year saw over 102,000 motor vehicle collisions statewide. Of these accidents, nearly 670…

crossing pedestrian

In Texas, yielding the right-of-way means allowing another driver, cyclist, or pedestrian their right to go first on a road or through an intersection. Unfortunately, many road users fail to yield the right-of-way, putting themselves and others in danger of a crash. What Are Texas’ Right-of-Way Laws? Given how vital…

Mother putting cute girl on a car seat for safety.

Automobile manufacturers design vehicle safety systems like seat belts and airbags to protect adult-sized individuals. As a result, young children must ride in child car seats or booster seats to reduce their risk of injuries in a car accident. Texas car seat and booster laws require children under 8 years old…

Vehicle inspector checking car for maintenance.

Starting in 2025, Texas will make a major change to its state inspection requirements. With the passage of House Bill 3297, most drivers will no longer need annual safety inspections but will still have to pay a $7.50 yearly fee. However, 17 counties will continue to require emissions testing, and…

cows crossing

If you were recently hurt in a car accident because of livestock that were somewhere you weren’t expecting them to be, you are probably wondering who is responsible for compensating you. Under Texas law, livestock owners are typically liable for auto accidents caused by their animals roaming freely on public roads…