Tens of thousands of car accidents in Texas every year are caused by drivers who fail to yield right of way. State statistics show that drivers’ failure to yield the right of way while turning left caused more than 26,000 car crashes across Texas in 2020. The failure to yield at a stop sign caused more […]
For over 66 years, Junior Players has been empowering young voices by providing free, high quality arts programming to North Texas children and youth. And we’ve only just begun. Through innovative programs and outreach opportunities, we’re increasing our impact, equipping more students with transformational skills to equip them for their futures. Be a part of something […]
Whether it’s legal to use a phone while driving in Texas depends on the type of driver’s license you have and how the phone will be used. Texas allows most drivers to talk on a cell phone while operating a vehicle, although it is dangerous to do so because it creates a distraction. Some types […]
Winter weather increases the risk that a car accident could turn into a multi-car pileup like the deadly 130 vehicle crash on Interstate 35 W in Fort Worth that killed six people and sent dozens to area hospitals. The crash scene stretched more than a half-mile in the North Texas Express southbound toll lanes between […]
Automakers have introduced a wide variety of safety features in newer vehicles to provide a more enjoyable driving experience and protect drivers and passengers and others sharing the road. However, a recent study by the automotive group AAA says that some of the latest automated driving assistance features might be interfering with drivers. What Are Some Current […]
A recently published study of drinking and driving in the U.S. found that 15% of drivers involved in fatal crashes had blood alcohol levels below the legal limit and that 55% of the people killed were not the drinking driver. The study, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, found that crashes involving blood alcohol levels […]
Street racing is dangerously reckless behavior and takes the lives of innocent bystanders in Dallas. The number of street racing deaths and injuries has spurred Dallas police to ask city leaders for more authority to ticket those present at street racing events and to seize their vehicles. Recently, The Dallas Morning News reported there had been at […]
We all have a duty to keep ourselves, our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe right now. This means temporarily reshaping the way we live our lives to combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At Kraft & Associates, P.C., we are taking this duty seriously and are practicing the “social distancing” guidelines recommended by health […]
Walking is a healthy and environmentally friendly form of transportation. However, it can also be risky, especially when walking near busy roads or intersections. Being hit by a vehicle can cause severe injuries or death. A careless driver who hits a pedestrian can face legal consequences in addition to vehicle damage. Fortunately, both pedestrians and […]
As winter nears, it’s a good time for businesses and other property owners to think about the steps necessary to prevent the types of winter hazards that lead to slip-and-fall accidents. Falls are our country’s third leading cause of unintentional injury-related death, according to the National Safety Council. How to Stay Safe from Slip & Fall Injuries […]
