School Zone Accident

In Dallas, most people will have encountered a “school zone” at some point, clearly indicated by signposting. School zones are protected areas, where differing laws and higher penalties for breaches of them apply.

Although many types of accidents can occur in school zones, including theft, assault, or accidents caused by dangerous equipment or building conditions, the majority of accidents in school zones are caused by vehicles. A tweet by the Dallas Police Department in August 2021 reported that within a two-week period prioritizing back-to-school enforcement, 244 drivers received citations in Dallas school zones.

If you or a loved one is injured in a school zone accident, the experienced Dallas car accident attorneys at The Lenahan Law Firm can outline your legal options and help you receive favorable compensation where grounds exist. Call us today at (214) 295-1008.

Within school zones, people are expected to exercise particular care due to the high activity levels of children, pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles. The 2021 City of Dallas School Traffic Safety Guide outlines this expectation, stating, “the responsibility to provide safe walking conditions and safe habits among students is shared by parents, school authorities, government agencies and officials, and students themselves.”

As vehicles pose the largest danger to others in school zones, a few significant rules for drivers exist, including: