Car Accidents

In 2021, the Texas Department of Transportation recorded 541 fatal crashes and 577 deaths in Harris County. However, in 2022, traffic accidents in Harris County only accounted for 560 fatalities. Moreover, Houston experienced 66,988 crashes resulting in 327 road fatalities in 2021. The report shows Houston being the most dangerous city for motorists in the […]

In Orange County, California, Newport Beach is aspirational living at its best. Miles of beautiful beachfront features luxury homes and hotels for the rich and famous. It rivals Irvine, Laguna Beach,  and Los Angeles for Southern California’s best restaurants and spas. They line up along Hoag, San Joaquin Hills Road, and Newport Coast. However, despite

A car accident’s aftermath can leave you confused, making it easy to forget what you need to do next. The most important step is to make sure you get immediate medical attention. You might think it’s unlikely as a motorist, but about 36 car accident cases happen in Austin, Texas, daily. The city recorded nearly

Despite the advanced safety features in motor vehicles, different types of car accidents continue to be a leading cause of death in the US.  Fatal vehicle accidents can result from a combination of factors, such as negligent driving behaviors and increased sales of motor vehicles. With more vehicles operating on roads, the chances of getting

San Jose, California, closed 2022 with 60 fatal collisions and 62 traffic-related deaths.  On December 10, 2022, a Chevrolet truck collided with a billboard steel pillar after turning left onto Story Road. Three of the passengers sustained moderate to severe injuries, while one of them died at the hospital. The unharmed driver showed signs of

Miami is a vibrant South Florida city known for its scenic beaches, diverse culture, and lively nightlife. Most agree it’s a nice place to live, but there are risks. The traffic congestion in Miami is the fifth worst in the US and ninth worldwide. The busy expressways and cities like Doral and Miami have resulted

A rear-end collision occurs when a car slams into the vehicle in front of it. Although this car accident can happen anywhere, rear-end crashes are frequent in congested traffic and busy intersections.  Drivers in such situations may be following too closely or become distracted. Consequently, they have insufficient time to react and avoid crashing into

A T-bone accident occurs when one car hits the side of another, forming a T-shape. It can happen at intersections, highways, or interstates. Some people refer to it as a side-impact crash or a broadside collision. The 2020 IIHS Fatality Facts reported 5,475 deaths from side impacts. The accidents accounted for 23 percent of the

The City of Sacramento is the capital of California and is located in its northern region. It serves as the seat of Sacramento County and is the sixth-largest city in the state.  In addition, it is one of California’s oldest incorporated communities. The city lies at the center of a four-county metropolitan area, with suburbs

A woman suffered total car loss despite not being at fault during a police chase in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Alleged shoplifters were attempting to flee when they crashed their getaway car into Samantha Short’s van. Besides a totaled car, Short incurred several physical injuries and was out of work for days. Total car loss entails

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported five million motor vehicle accidents in 2020. Approximately 2.28 million involved injuries, and 38,824 resulted in fatalities. Moreover, 24 percent of pedestrian and 22 percent of cyclist fatalities involve hit-and-run crashes.  The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety report revealed that hit-and-run crashes have increased since 2009. Every