Distracted Driving, Pedestrian Accidents Archives
iPhone update raises concerns about more distracted driving, walking
Technology junkies already know that Apple plans to increase the size of new phones, making it easier for people to read text on their screens and utilize the content. The change is welcomed by many, but some have pointed out that the change could contribute to an already growing problem—distracted driving and distracted walking. Distracted […]
Pedestrian Accidents Archives
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Pedestrian safety is an important issue in Texas, particularly given the fact that Texas is among the states with the greatest number of pedestrian traffic fatalities, according to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association. As school starts back up this fall and more child pedestrians are present on our roads once again, the issue of pedestrian […]
Bicycle Accidents
Police department claims improvements in attitude toward bicyclists
Bicycling is, for many Americans, a primary mode of transportation to and from work and a number of other destinations. With the increase in bicycling in recent years, though, concerns over traffic safety issues have arisen as it has become clear that there are challenges to motorists and bicyclists sharing the road. One of the […]
Car Accidents, Distracted Driving
Drivers need to take responsibility for risks of distracted driving
A recent column in the Dallas Morning News provides a bit of a reflection on the frustrating reality of distracted driving in Texas. Readers surely all know that Texas has passed specific laws regulating the use of cell phones while driving. These rules include several categories of drivers. First of all, all drivers are banned […]
Pedestrian Accidents Archives
Lack of pedestrian infrastructure can result in accidents
Austin, like many towns in Texas, is not necessarily always easy to get around by foot, at least safely. The problem, as journalist Richard Whittaker recently pointed out, is putting pedestrians at risk. Part of the reason for this state of affairs is that sidewalks used to be the responsibility of property owners, and there […]
Distracted Driving, Drunk Driving Accidents
Conference explores issue of distracted driving
Earlier this month, the Texas Department of Transportation held a conference called the “Distracted Driving Summit,” which put the issue of distracted driving front and center. The goal of the conference was not only to raise awareness of the problem of distracted driving, but also to come up with ways to improve the situation. Improvements […]
Pedestrian Accidents Archives
Texas a dangerous state for pedestrian accidents
Pedestrian accidents can occur anywhere, and they do, but there are certain places where they occur with greater frequency, like Texas. A recent report by the nonprofit National Complete streets Coalition found that the state of Texas ranked 10th on a list of the most dangerous states for pedestrians. According to the report, 4,200 pedestrians […]
Truck Accidents Archives
Trucker fatigue rears its ugly head, again
Trucking safety is a top priority when it comes to the issue of making our roadways safer. A recent truck accident in New Jersey involving a famous comedian highlights this point well. The truck accident, which occurred on the New Jersey Turnpike on Sunday, left comedian Tracy Morgan and others with serious injuries, and one […]
Car Accidents, Distracted Driving
Conference addresses problem of distracted driving in Texas
With roughly 3,000 Texas dying every year due to roadway accidents, law enforcement officials and safety experts are continually attempting to come up with new strategies and efforts to increase traffic safety. Last month, San Antonio hosted what is known as the Traffic Safety Conference, which involves a collaboration of experts in transportation safety. The […]
Truck Accidents Archives
FMCA: electronic recording devices help prevent truck accidents
According to a recent study by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration—the agency responsible for regulating the trucking industry—trucks equipped with electronic hours-or-service recorders may be a way for trucking companies to prevent crashes and contribute to greater roadway safety. Hours-of-service refers to regulations covering truck companies and drivers and aimed at ensuring truck drivers are […]