Information and resources related to car accidents in The Colony

Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Car Accident  Victims in The Colony

Car accidents in The Colony are the leading cause of injury and death for residents

Everyone knows that car crashes are common, and sometimes result in fatalities, but most people don't really think about what that means in terms of the cost to society. We tend to view car accidents as tragedies that affect the people involved, but we rarely think through how the costs of first responders from the The Colony Police Department, The Colony Fire and Rescue Department, the Texas Highway Patrol, as well as clean-up efforts by various government agencies, which of course add up for the taxpayers.

What are the statistics related to motor-vehicle crash injuries and deaths in The Colony?

3,773 people lost their lives on Texas roadways in the 55,797 crashes reported in 2016. In Denton County, there were 12,127 reported in 2016. This demonstrates clearly how the population density and traffic congestion contribute to the dangers that drivers and passengers in The Colony face.

What is the cost of car crashes to the government agencies in The Colony?

According to the State of Texas Department of Transportation, the cost of motor vehicle accidents statewide was $38,600,000,000 in 2016. This is a staggering amount when you consider that in comparison, the annual cost to end world hunger is estimated to be $30,000,000,000. In this context, it is easy to see why The Colony and Texas government agencies work hard to improve safety and to reduce dangers on Denton roadways.

What are some primary causes of car accidents in The Colony?

The main causes of car crashes include:

Speeding: Failing to follow the speed limit is the most common cause of traffic accidents in the United States.

Mobile phones: The proliferation of mobile phone use has resulted an increased level of danger on our roads. 

Distracted Driving: Some of the most common types of distractions resulting in high incidences of traffic accidents include, eating, smoking, listening to loud music or changing the dial, reaching for objects in the vehicle, and looking or talking with other passengers in the vehicle.

Driver Fatigue: According to recently published data driver fatigue is the cause of 2.5-3.0 percent of all roadway related fatalities in the United States. 

Drunk and Drugged Driving: Driving While Under the Influence of a Narcotic Substance: According to studies driving while under the influence of alcohol results in a 900% increase in the probability of an auto accident.

If you have been injured in a car collision, you will need a great The Colony accident attorney to help

No matter how much we eradicate dangerous driving behaviors like drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding, and other actions that put drivers at risk in The Colony, car accidents will continue to happen. When a less serious crash happens, often someone can manage the insurance claim without help. When a serious injury car accident happens, or when a fatality occurs, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Mullen and Mullen Legal Office lawyer.