Every serious crash, chemical spill or roadway hazard in our area touches real families: parents, children, coworkers and neighbors. Safer Texas Communities is how Roberts & Roberts shares what officials have reported about these events in Tyler, Longview, Dallas and the communities we serve, along with product safety recalls, practical safety tips, resources for the people affected and simple steps we can all take to keep each other safe.
Our firm has served Texas families for 45 years from offices in Tyler, Longview and Dallas. We see the aftermath of preventable tragedies up close, and we believe the best outcome is the crash that never happens.
What We Can All Do
- Never drive impaired. Plan a sober ride before the first drink, and help friends do the same.
- Put the phone away. Five seconds looking at a screen at 55 mph is like driving the length of a football field blind.
- Watch for people walking, especially after dark. Many of our area's pedestrian deaths happen at night on busy multi-lane roads.
- Give big trucks room. A loaded 18-wheeler needs far more distance to stop than a car, and has large blind spots.
- Slow down or move over for police, fire, EMS, tow trucks and TxDOT crews on the shoulder, as Texas law requires.
- Report hazards. Call 911 for an immediate danger on the road. For ongoing problems like broken lights, missing signs or dangerous crossings, contact your city or the local TxDOT district office.
If you or someone you love was involved
Texas crash reports (form CR-3) can be purchased through TxDOT's Crash Report Online Purchase System, usually a week or two after the crash, or requested from the agency that responded. Take care of your health first, keep your medical records and bills, and lean on the people around you. You don't have to make any decisions right away.
Tyler & Smith County
Latest updates near Tyler
Emergencies in Tyler are usually handled by the Tyler Police Department, and elsewhere in Smith County by the Smith County Sheriff's Office or the Texas Department of Public Safety. Seriously injured people are typically treated at UT Health East Texas Tyler or CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler. Our Tyler office is at 118 W. Fourth Street. Learn more about car accident claims and truck accident claims in Tyler.
Longview & Gregg County
Latest updates near Longview
Emergencies in Longview are usually handled by the Longview Police Department, and elsewhere in Gregg County by the Gregg County Sheriff's Office or DPS. Injured people are typically treated at CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center or Longview Regional Medical Center. Our Longview office is at 1125 Judson Road, Suite 105. Learn more about car accident claims and truck accident claims in Longview.
Dallas & North Texas
Emergencies in Dallas are usually handled by the Dallas Police Department, with many highway incidents handled by DPS or the Dallas County Sheriff's Office. Seriously injured people are often treated at Parkland Memorial Hospital or Baylor University Medical Center. Visit our Dallas office page for local resources.
Product Safety Recalls
Recent recalls
Vehicle, car seat, toy, appliance and food recalls that matter to Texas families, with what to do if you own a recalled product. See all product safety recalls.
Safety Tips
Recent safety tips
Practical advice for staying safe on the road, on the water, at work and at home, plus our safety guides on car seats, boating and more. See all safety tips.
Across East Texas
We also follow serious incidents on I-20, US-69, US-59, US-259, US-79 and the state highways that connect our smaller towns. Our areas we serve page lists local resources for your county.
About Safer Texas Communities
These updates are based on information released by officials and local news outlets at the time of publication, and details may change. We do not name the people involved unless officials have publicly released their names, and we never contact anyone because of a news report. To request a correction or removal, please contact us.