One might be hard-pressed to find even one person in Conroe who has not either been involved in, witnessed or driven past the scene of a car accident. Motorists may not understand the trust that they inadvertently put in each other when they join up on the road. They may trust that each and every one of them will operate their vehicles and safely and responsibly so as to avoid collision. Yet still, accidents happen. When they do, however, the expectation may be that other motorists will steer clear of them, being mindful to give those involved plenty of room to sort things out.
Understanding the negligent entrustment doctrine
For all of the resources and effort that go into preventing car accidents on Conroe, such incidents are still a fairly common occurrence. Texas (thanks to its large population) routinely ranks among the top states in terms of annual volumes of vehicle collisions. Indeed, according to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were 9,417 accidents in Montgomery County in 2017 alone. Often, assigning responsibility for such accidents is not all that difficult. People may easily spot when a driver is operating a vehicle recklessly and/or without regard to others. In such a situation, the only thing that may be more surprising than the liable driver's behavior is the fact that someone entrusted them with a vehicle at all.
3 types of driving distractions (and how you can avoid them)
It’s up to all Texas motorists to ensure safe driving practices are followed. This includes minimizing distractions while driving, which can take on numerous forms. Esurance.com offers guidance on the different types of distractions that can occur while driving and also explains how you can reduce the risk of serious injury to yourself and other drivers.
What Is Whiplash?
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Texas, you should know that physical damage often occurs. Whiplash is just one of many injuries that can happen after an accident, and this condition can cause quite a bit of pain and discomfort if left unchecked. WebMD offers more information on whiplash so you can understand its symptoms and get the medical attention you need when you need it most.
What are the DUI penalties in Texas?
Texas has a reputation for being tough, rugged and an individual thinker. It is not a coincidence that it is called the Lone Star State, after all. In keeping with its reputation, Texas takes a tough stance on DUI too. Although DUIs in most states carry the possibility of time in jail and worse, depending on the severity of the offense, many drivers are likely to escape with probation instead of jail and a small fine. That is, assuming the DUI is a standard offense.
What is the cause of work-zone crashes?
One of the many annoying things that exasperate drivers in Texas and throughout the U.S. are work zones. A warning sign that announces "road work ahead" is sure to elicit groans and complaints on sight as drivers and passengers know delays are likely. Delays are not the only hazard of work zones, however.
TxDOT says: You talk, you text, you crash
In September 2017, Texas passed a series of laws related to distracted driving -- including a ban on texting while driving.
