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A Rising Concern for Pedestrian Safety in Texoma Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Texoma, with multiple fatal crashes reported throughout 2024. Wichita Falls, Altus, and surrounding areas have seen an increase in pedestrian fatalities, reflecting a broader trend across Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), pedestrian deaths have risen by...

When you get behind the wheel, you might not think about who’s tracking your driving habits. However, a recent lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against Allstate is bringing driver data privacy into the spotlight. The lawsuit alleges Allstate and its subsidiary, Arity, collected and sold personal driving data from millions of consumers—without...

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Texas roads are no strangers to truck accidents. With its vast network of highways and booming industries reliant on commercial transportation, the state sees thousands of semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles on its roads daily. Unfortunately, the safety net designed to ensure these vehicles meet compliance standards is fraying. Recent findings highlight a concerning...

Thousands are injured or killed in drunk driving accidents in Texas every year. An estimated one in four traffic fatalities are caused by drunk drivers, and that number rises to 28% during the holidays. That’s why the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is once again launching its Drive Sober. No Regrets” campaign. Throughout December, TxDOT...

Every day, millions of people get behind the wheel, putting themselves and others at risk due to road rage and aggressive driving. Despite advances in vehicle safety, driving remains one of the most dangerous activities, largely due to how drivers behave behind the wheel. Aggressive driving and road rage behaviors make our roads far less...

With the rise of SUVs and pickup trucks on the road, pedestrians face increased danger. The size and design of these larger vehicles make them more likely to cause serious or fatal injuries in accidents. Unlike drivers, pedestrians don't have the protection of seatbelts, airbags, or any safety gear. When a collision happens, the impact...

At Hoover Rogers Law, LLP, we’re thrilled to announce that both our firm and Senior Partner Ben Hoover have been honored in the 2024 Wichita Falls Community’s Choice Awards. Ben was voted the top attorney in the “Attorney” category, and Hoover Rogers Law, LLP was named the winner in the “Law Firm” category. We are...

A Texas family that lost their daughter in a tragic head-on collision is turning their grief into action. Aspen Blessing was just 18 when she was killed in a fatal car accident caused by a drunk driver on March 10. Now, her family has partnered with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to raise awareness...

August is National Traffic Awareness Month, a critical time to promote road safety and good driving habits to prevent car accidents. That message is especially important since car wrecks remain a serious problem nationwide and around the world. “National Traffic Awareness Month aims to shed light on the safety rules that can help prevent major...