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Texas Crash Data Reveals Alarming Rise in Distracted Driving
New PSA campaign urges drivers to put down phones and focus on the road
Apr. 19, 2026 at 6:03pm
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A new public awareness campaign aims to curb the growing epidemic of distracted driving crashes across Texas.Bryan TodayAccording to recent data, distracted driving is now linked to nearly one in five crashes in Texas, with research showing distraction can increase crash risk by 240%. In response, a new public awareness campaign from Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers and the nonprofit Allie's Way is encouraging drivers to make a simple commitment: put down the phone and pay attention to the road.
Why it matters
Distracted driving has become a major public safety issue, with the aftermath of these preventable crashes taking a devastating toll on individuals, families, and communities. This campaign aims to cut through the noise and shift driver habits to help save lives on Texas roads.
The details
The campaign highlights how even a brief glance at a phone or responding to a notification can have catastrophic consequences when driving. While many people may think a 'tiny' distraction won't matter, the data shows these seconds add up and dramatically increase the risk of a serious crash.
- April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
The players
Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers
A law firm that is launching a new public awareness campaign about the dangers of distracted driving.
Allie's Way
A nonprofit organization partnering with Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers on the distracted driving campaign.
What they’re saying
“We see the aftermath of distracted driving crashes every day, and the hardest part is knowing so many of these accidents were preventable.”
— Jonathan Stark, Founding Partner, Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers
“People often think a crash won't happen to them, but we've seen how quickly lives can change because of a few seconds of distraction. If more people simply put their phones down while driving, we could prevent so many injuries and tragedies on our roads.”
— Jonathan Stark, Founding Partner, Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers
What’s next
The new public awareness campaign from Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers and Allie's Way will run throughout April, which is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, in an effort to change driver habits and save lives on Texas roads.
The takeaway
This data underscores the urgent need for drivers to make safety a top priority and eliminate all distractions while behind the wheel. By putting down their phones and keeping their eyes on the road, drivers can help prevent devastating crashes and protect themselves and others on the roads.
