Valentine’s Day weekend will have an increased risk of car accidents.
Valentine’s Day is a time for dinner plans, date nights, and spending time with people you care about. Across Texas, many people head out in the evening to restaurants, bars, concerts, and hotels. With more drivers on the road—and more alcohol involved—the risk of car accidents increases.
Taking a rideshare on Valentine’s Day? Read this first.
Carpooling to work is growing in popularity.
Key Takeaway:
If you’re injured while carpooling in Texas, you may have the right to file a claim, and liability may involve one or more drivers or insurance policies.
Car accidents spike in January as commuters return to work.
When the holidays end and daily routines return, Texas roads become much busier. Offices reopen, schools resume, and commuters head back to work in full force. As traffic increases, so does the risk of car accidents.
Winter weather causes thousands of accidents across Texas each year.
Snow may be rare in much of Texas, but winter weather still creates dangerous conditions for drivers across the state. Rain, fog, and ice can appear suddenly and significantly increase the risk of serious accidents. According to the Texas Department of Insurance, nearly 60,000 crashes each year are attributed to hazardous weather conditions. With increased travel during the holiday season, understanding these risks—and knowing your legal rights if an accident occurs—is essential.
Riding with a friend? Learn what to do in case of an accident.
Key Takeaway:
If you’re injured while riding as a passenger, you may have the right to file a claim for compensation. This usually means filing against an insurance policy, not against your friend personally.
Delivery vehicle traffic will increase exponentially due to holiday shopping.
The holiday rush doesn’t just crowd stores — it floods Texas roads with delivery vehicles. Between Amazon vans, FedEx trucks, UPS drivers, and local subcontractors, traffic surges dramatically in November and December. And with more vehicles come more accidents.
November is peak season for car accidents involving deer.
Texas’s open landscapes are home to abundant wildlife — including large deer populations that often wander near busy roadways. While spotting a deer can be a beautiful moment, it can also be dangerous. Deer move unpredictably, frequently dart across lanes, and can cause severe collisions before a driver has time to react.
Renting a car for Thanksgiving travel? Accident claims may be more complicated.
Key Takeaway:
Rental car accidents can be more complicated than regular crashes, but your steps remain the same: protect your safety, document the scene, seek medical care, and gather the information you’ll need if you pursue a claim.
Thanksgiving car accident? Here’s what to do.
Key Takeaway:
After a car accident, always prioritize your safety, gather evidence of the accident, seek medical attention, and consult with a personal injury attorney.
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