How Our Car Accident Lawyers Help in Fort Worth
Crashes on busy corridors often involve several cars and conflicting stories. We sort out who caused yours and pursue the full cost of your injuries.
When you hire us, we:
- Get the crash report, traffic camera footage, and signal timing data
- Interview witnesses and identify every driver involved
- Check whether a road defect or work-zone setup contributed
- Handle the insurers and take your case to court if needed
Why Crashes Cluster on Certain Fort Worth Roads
Crashes cluster where heavy traffic, high speeds, and frequent merging meet. In 2022, TxDOT reported more than 13,400 crashes in Fort Worth. A query of TxDOT’s Crash Records Information System shows over 6,400 happened at intersections and over 5,700 on highways and interstates. The City of Fort Worth’s Vision Zero work looks at the same pattern.
Crash Hot Spots on Fort Worth Roads
Road crashes are mostly rear-end and sideswipe collisions caused by distraction, tailgating, and speeding. Corridors that have seen crash clusters include:
- I-20/I-820 from Chisholm Trail Parkway to I-35W
- I-35W south of NE 28th Street
- I-30 between Home Street and US-287
- Belknap, Weatherford, and Jones Streets
- Rosedale Street (TX-303) and University Drive
- Crowley Road and Sycamore School Road
Dangerous Intersections in Fort Worth
Intersection crashes usually happen when a driver fails to yield the right of way. Side-impact crashes there can push a door into the people inside. Intersections with repeated crashes include:
- Overton Ridge Boulevard at the frontage road
- West Creek Drive and Altamesa Boulevard
- Risinger Road and Hulen Street
- Hemphill Street and Seminary Drive
- I-35W at Rosedale Street
- Berry Street and Vaughn Boulevard
- Main Street and NE 28th Street
For pedestrians, the most dangerous Fort Worth intersection in 2022 was 2nd Street and Main Street. If you were hurt walking, see our pedestrian accident lawyers.
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Most Dangerous Roads/Intersections in Fort Worth, TX FAQs
Can I sue the city or the state over a dangerous intersection?
Sometimes, but it is difficult. Claims against government entities fall under the Texas Tort Claims Act, which limits when they can be held liable and can require written notice within six months or less. If a road defect played a role, talk to a lawyer quickly.
Who is at fault in a crash at a busy Fort Worth intersection?
Usually the driver who failed to yield, by running a light, turning left across oncoming traffic, or going out of turn at a stop sign. Signal timing records, camera footage, and witness statements help establish who had the right of way.
Does crashing on a known hot spot change my claim?
Not much. The other driver still had to drive safely for the conditions. Where a crash happened can explain why it happened, but compensation depends on proving the other driver's fault and documenting your injuries.
What does a Fort Worth car accident lawyer cost?
We take car accident cases on a contingency fee. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney's fees unless we recover money for you. Our fee will never exceed your recovery, and we share the exact terms in writing before starting.
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Parker Law Firm Injury Lawyers – Fort Worth Office
209 N Hampton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
- Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday – Sunday Closed