It is common knowledge that when the sirens and flashing lights of an emergency vehicle are on, any other drivers on the road need to get out of the way. Emergency vehicles carry necessary personnel, whether it’s police, firefighters, or medical personnel, to the situations and individuals who need their help. While accidents with these […]
The State of Texas uses a point system on all its driving licenses to keep track of an individual’s driving record. Different traffic violations ranging from driving without a seatbelt to drunk driving will result in a different number of points added to the record. The higher the number of points an individual has on […]
What was supposed to be an easy Sunday afternoon heading home from visiting family turned into a nightmare. On the interstate, a traffic jam caused the driver of the car in front of Driver A to immediately slam on the brakes. Driver A missed hitting the car in front of her but was rear-ended by […]
When parents send their children to school, they often worry about their grades and behavior and what extracurricular activities they will choose. Parents also worry about whether their child will get to school and home safely when riding the bus. School bus accidents involve our society’s most vulnerable victims, our children. They often lead to […]
Car accidents are, unfortunately, a common occurrence across the DFW metroplex. From the interstate to neighborhoods and main roads, an accident can happen just about anywhere. Understanding which types of collisions are the most common and what often causes them can help you make better decisions and reduce the risk of an accident. At the […]
There are many things drivers take into account before they drive. The state of their car, the state of the roads, traffic, and weather conditions are all factors to be considered. However, many drivers do not assess their state of mind before heading to their next destination. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, […]
According to a study conducted by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, 29% of all accidents are rear-end accidents. Even with the introduction of newer technology, such as a rear-view camera, rear-end accidents are still widely common around the United States. How can drivers protect themselves from rear-end accidents? The team at the Hernandez […]
The Texas Department of Transportation publishes yearly statistics regarding car accidents that occur within the state in hopes of raising awareness. To help in the effort of promoting safe driving on the roads of Dallas, Texas, here are the latest released statistics of the 2018 year: Overview of Car Accidents in Dallas, Texas Out of […]
Eighteen-wheelers are the king of the roads. In the United States, about 3 million semi-trucks take to the roads each year. Each of these impressive machines can be anywhere from 70 to 80 feet long and weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Many drivers give them plenty of room, allowing them to get to their destination […]
As you get into your car, your mind might be preoccupied. “What am I eating for dinner?” “What will I watch tonight?” “I need to hurry and make this appointment.” We might not even be thinking about the car we are driving. We rely on our cars to safely transport us from point A to […]
