Fatal car accidents are fairly common on rural roads. For example, according to one study, roughly 43% of all fatal crashes take place in these rural settings. From the outside, though, this may make it appear that rural roads are safer. Aren’t 57% of fatal crashes in...
Personal Injury
Why are car accident rates higher for teens?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analyzes car accident statistics, among much else. What they find is that teenagers are the age group with the highest risk for causing fatal accidents. This is a disproportionate statistic because their fatality rate is...
How to evaluate a hotel for safety
Are you planning on doing some traveling this summer? Unless you’re lucky enough to own a camper home, that probably means you’ll be staying in a hotel – or maybe several of them throughout your trip. Safety is always important when you’re choosing your accommodations...
Traumatic brain injuries may result in long-lasting impacts
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) caused by motor vehicle crashes are a significant health concern due to their potential for long-term cognitive, physical and emotional consequences. These injuries occur when a sudden trauma causes damage to the brain, which can happen...
3 common but hazardous driving behaviors
Driving is an everyday activity for millions but carries significant risks, especially when certain hazardous behaviors are involved. Understanding and avoiding hazardous driving behaviors is crucial for maintaining road safety. One of the main issues with these three...
3 things to remember during holiday travel
The holiday travel season is here and that means more people are heading out on the roadways to visit family members and friends. Even for people in Texas who don’t have to deal with treacherous winter weather, being safe during this time is still important. There are...
2 things you need to do right after a slip-and-fall accident
A trip, slip and fall can happen to anyone, and when you least expect it. And while most result in nothing more than minor bruises, some can result in life-altering injuries like broken hips, spine and brain injuries. If you trip, slip and fall while on someone else’s...
Staying safe on summer roads
We are in July now, so you may feel relieved not having to drive in the harsh conditions of winter weather. However, there are many potential road hazards on Texas roads during the summer that can cause accidents. Roads are sometimes in poor condition after winter due...
Road construction work makes Beaumont drivers feel unsafe
People in Texas generally need to use the interstate to get back and forth. This is true whether they are commuting to work, going to school, taking a leisure trip or just passing through the Lone Star State. A critical part of trying to keep people safe is...
What should I do after I get compensation for an injury?
After any kind of serious accident, a Beaumont resident or their family may be entitled to compensation. Sometimes, this compensation will come through a personal injury claim against the person or business responsible for the accident. Moreover, a victim, including...