The North Texas Council of Governments has recently initiated a new educational program aimed at helping people be safer drivers. The “Drive Aware North Texas” campaign is designed to reduce the number of serious accidents occurring in the Dallas-Fort Worth areas. According to statistics, distracted driving, driving while impaired, and speeding account for a majority … Read more
Sunday, November 28, shortly after Thanksgiving celebrations, a crash involving 8 vehicles left 2 people with critical injuries and 1 person deceased. A deputy vehicle was moving another vehicle stalled on northbound I-35 in Dallas when the incident occurred. In order to accomplish the vehicular move safely, another Dallas County Sheriff’s Office deputy vehicle was … Read more
On November 30, 2021, Heidi Simpson was struck by an SUV on Highway 36 and was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. The auto-pedestrian accident was said to have happened when the 68-year-old woman stepped out into the southbound lane of Highway 36 for no apparent reason. No charges were made against the … Read more
Before the sun dawned over Dallas on Thanksgiving Day, multiple vehicle crashes killed five people and injured four people. At just past midnight on Nov. 25, 2021, the carnage started on Interstate 30 next to Dolphin Road. Dallas Fire-Rescue reached the accident scene shortly before deputies from the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office arrived at 12:37 … Read more
On September 25, 2021, a 16-year-old driver in a large pickup truck ran over six cyclists when he was trying to “roll coal” or blow a large amount of diesel fumes at the cyclists in an effort to make them angry. Instead, the driver hit the group of cyclists, causing multiple severe injuries. After a … Read more
As a pedestrian, you are at your most vulnerable when walking along a busy city street. Pedestrian accidents involving a vehicle and walking or standing individual, are, unfortunately, very common, with the average pedestrian accident resulting in severe injuries or death. As a driver or a pedestrian, the last thing you want is to be … Read more
On November 29, the parents of 7 children filed a formal lawsuit against Treehouse Academy, a daycare center in Crockett, Texas. According to reports from ABC13, the parents involved are suing the daycare for repeated neglect and abuse after footage of said abuse from 2020 recently surfaced. The April 2020 surveillance showed a daycare worker … Read more
On the evening of November 12, a serious multi-vehicle collision occurred in Johnson County at E. FM 917, near County Road 616. The collision involved two vehicles, both of which were severely damaged, and a case of entrapment for one of the parties involved. Shortly before 8:30 PM, the accident occurred as an eastbound pickup … Read more
It’s very easy for a person injured in an accident to fall into debt because of hospital bills, lost wages, and permanent physical damage. A personal injury lawyer can help bring a person and their family out of the depths of debt through solid arguments that combat low-paying insurance companies or uninsured parties at fault … Read more
Last month, Hunter Heater, a 9-year-old boy in White Lake Township, Michigan, was mauled by two dogs while playing on a trampoline. He suffered “severe lacerations and cuts” that required 200 stitches and 40 staples in his skull, according to the GoFundMe campaign set up to help his family with medical bills. “It is an … Read more
Daycare is meant to be a place where your child can safely learn, explore, and grow. While most daycare centers focus on the total care of the children they are responsible for, sometimes negligent operations fall through the cracks and result in serious abuse or child injuries. Regardless of whether you believe your daycare is … Read more
A recent study estimates that approximately 170,000 car crashes in the U.S. each year involve pregnant women. Approximately 2.9% of these women report injuries as a result of the car accident. Car accidents while pregnant pose significant risks and complications, such as internal bleeding, uterine rupture, direct fetal injury, premature birth, and mental trauma. Seeking … Read more
Dog bites vary in severity from minor cuts and bruises to those that are more serious, such as broken bones and infected bites. As much as we adore our dogs, we are all well aware of how dirty a dog’s mouth can be (hint: dogs tend not to have great oral hygiene). After a dog … Read more
With the school year starting and the constant stresses of covid, routines and stresses are at an all-time high. Dogs also feel the impact of owner stress and it plays a role in how dogs react. In fact, when covid related lockdowns began (and the associated stresses) in March of 2020, dog bite attack claims … Read more
For many of us, pets are a member of our family. We care for our pets, provide them exercise, attention, and food. Ideally, everyone would treat their pets with the care and attention they deserve. The unfortunate reality is that not everyone tends to their pets with the same care and devotion that we do. … Read more
Texas Motorcycle Laws Trying to learn more about Texas motorcycle laws? Keep reading. If you own a motorcycle, you must be aware of Texas motorcycle laws to be sure you are riding legally. There are many laws around licensing, equipment, and safety, which can be difficult to keep track of. Motorcycles, like other vehicles, must … Read more
Motorcycle accidents are almost always much more severe than a car accident and knowing the top causes of motorcycle accidents can be helpful in preventing them. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is a governmental organization that is dedicated to preventing injuries and saving lives by reducing vehicle-related crashes, including motorcycle accidents. The NHTSA … Read more
I grew up in rural America and was able to enjoy the freedom of riding a bike in the country with my father, a lifelong and avid Harley rider. He gave me very important advice that I think is important for all riders to remember: “Ride like everyone is out to kill you”. While my … Read more
Knowing what to do after a motorcycle accident is important. The sad reality of operating a motorcycle is that other drivers simply fail to pay attention, and a motorcyclist needs to prepare for the worst. Preparation will help those involved think calmly and act quickly, which can help save lives. Here is what to do … Read more
If you or a loved one were involved in a serious car accident it may be beneficial to hire an accident reconstructionist. What exactly is an accident reconstructionist? Simple. An accident reconstructionist uses accepted scientific methodology to determine the circumstances, mechanics, and contributing factors to recreate how and why the accident occurred. A reconstructionist usually … Read more
