# Do Teenagers Cause More Car Accident Than Adults in Houston, TX? | Attorney Brian White **Table of Contents***[*Expand*]* 1. Teen Drivers and Houston Accidents 2. Where Do Most Teen Driver Car Accidents Happen in Houston?  3. Which Age Groups Are Most Vulnerable to Injuries and Fatalities in a Collision? 4. Why Are Houston Teens More Likely to Cause a Car Accident? 5. Contact the Houston Car Accident Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help ![Do Teenagers Cause More Car Accidents than Adults in Houston, TX?](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Do-Teenagers-Cause-More-Car-Accidents-than-Adults-in-Houston-TX-1-300x199.jpg) Texans pride themselves on being number one for many reasons. The Lone Star State leads the nation in producing livestock, cotton, oil, and natural gas, and boasts the world’s largest rodeo.  Unfortunately, Texas has also ranked number one for something far less likely to inspire that famous Texas pride. In a recent year, Texas [ranked number one](https://cw39.com/traffic/aaa-texas-lone-star-state-leads-nation-in-fatal-crashes-involving-teen-drivers/) in the country for the most fatal summertime accidents involving teen drivers. Lack of driving experience is a leading cause behind why so many teens are [involved in car accidents](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/). Here’s what drivers in Houston should know about teen driving accidents and where in the city they’re most likely to occur.  ## Teen Drivers and Houston Accidents Houston is no stranger to tragic teen driving accidents. News headlines from recent years show an ongoing string of fatal teen-driver accidents related to [speeding](https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/04/23/1-killed-6-injured-after-crash-in-nw-harris-county-deputies-say/), [drunk driving](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/dui/), [cell phone use](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/dps-distracted-driving-led-to-crash-that-killed-3-houston-teens/285-94142187), and [unlicensed driving](https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/asiatown-pedestrian-killed-teen-driver-17089048.php). For a legal consultation call [(713) 500-5000](tel:+17135005000) ## Where Do Most Teen Driver Car Accidents Happen in Houston?  Not surprisingly, a study from a few years back found that [Houston hotspots for teen driver accidents](https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/28214) coincide with the most congested, high-traffic areas.  Houston areas noted as high-volume teen driver accident locations include:  - Galleria shopping district - Central Business District (CBD) - Westheimer Road - Loop 610 - IH 45 - US 59 - US 290 One study found that the intersection of Pease St. and Fannin St. in the CBD is the [most dangerous in Houston](https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/16/uh-student-study-reveals-10-most-dangerous-harris-county-intersections/), with the highest number of crashes across the city for drivers of all ages.  Even experienced adult drivers have experienced the stress of navigating this congested multiple-lane [intersection](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/intersection/) in the heart of Houston’s Central Business District.  The one-way traffic on Pease St. can easily confuse an inexperienced teen driver, especially during night and weekend traffic, when the roads are most congested and darkness can make visibility more difficult. ## Which Age Groups Are Most Vulnerable to Injuries and Fatalities in a Collision? Data from the Texas Department of Transportation from the year 2021 shows teens along with 21 and 22-year-old drivers make up the age groups most likely to be killed in a fatal accident in Texas.  However, teen drivers in Texas aren’t the only ones at risk of injury or death. Passengers aged 16 through 19 make up the largest group of passenger deaths. For these age groups, the 2021 Texas fatality rate was in the 20s – while the death rate quickly drops down to teen and single digits as driver age increases.  These numbers likely reflect the higher likelihood of teens piling into a car together, especially on nights and weekends when they aren’t in school.    [Click to contact](/contact-us/) us today ## Why Are Houston Teens More Likely to Cause a Car Accident? Houston teens pose a high risk of ending up in an accident for a few reasons. Teenagers are newer to driving, and their lack of experience in handling driving situations is a key reason so many teens end up in accidents. However, inexperience isn’t the only risk factor.  Other factors that contribute to a higher number of teen car accidents in Houston include:  - Driving nights and weekends - Not using seatbelts - [Speeding](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/speeding/) - [Distracted driving](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/distracted-driving/) - [Driving under the influence](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/houston-tx/car-accident-lawyer/dui/) The data shows that all these factors add to the high number of teen driving accidents. Around 40% of fatal teen crashes happen at night, and another 52% occur in congested weekend traffic. Teens are more likely than adult drivers to speed, follow too closely, text while driving, and fail to wear seat belts.   The state of Texas limits [teen drivers](https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/texas-learners-license-teen/) based on their license type and how long they’ve been driving. For example, 16-year-old drivers can hold a provisional license, which limits them to only one passenger under the age of 21, and bans driving between midnight and 5 a.m.  However, teens don’t always follow these rules, which are set in place for their own safety.  Making sure teen drivers are informed and following the laws can help keep them and other drivers safe, while other adult drivers in Houston can practice defensive driving strategies to help proactively reduce the risk of a car accident or death on Houston city streets.   Complete a [Case Evaluation Form](/contact-us/) Now ## Contact the Houston Car Accident Lawyers at Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers For Help Our offices Houston — Greenway/Upper Kirby 3120 Southwest Freeway, Suite 350 Houston, TX 77098 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 364-1466](tel:+17133641466) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%203120%20Southwest%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20350%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077098) Houston — East Freeway 11811 East Freeway, Suite 630-06 Houston, TX 77029 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 609-1893](tel:+17136091893) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011811%20East%20Freeway%2C%20Suite%20630-06%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077029) Houston — South Loop 2600 South Loop West, Suite 293 Houston, TX 77054 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 281-4904](tel:+17132814904) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%202600%20South%20Loop%20West%2C%20Suite%20293%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077054) Houston — Katy Freeway 11511 Katy Fwy, Suite 515 Houston, TX 77079 Open 24 hours daily Call [(713) 909-7537](tel:+17139097537) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%2011511%20Katy%20Fwy%2C%20Suite%20515%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077079) Houston — Clear Lake 1300 Bay Area Blvd, Suite B268 Houston, TX 77058 By appointment only Call [(936) 508-2854](tel:+19365082854) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201300%20Bay%20Area%20Blvd%2C%20Suite%20B268%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077058) The Woodlands 1776 Woodstead Ct, Ste. 203 The Woodlands, TX 77380 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%201776%20Woodstead%20Ct%2C%20Ste.%20203%2C%20The%20Woodlands%2C%20TX%2077380) Champion Forest (Cypress) 4606 FM 1960 Rd W, Ste. 444 Houston, TX 77069 By appointment only Call [(281) 843-9777](tel:+12818439777) [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=Attorney%20Brian%20White%20Personal%20Injury%20Lawyers%2C%204606%20FM%201960%20Rd%20W%2C%20Ste.%20444%2C%20Houston%2C%20TX%2077069) --- ### About the Author Brian White ![About the Author Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/brian-white-houston-personal-injury-lawyer-300x300.jpg) [Brian White](https://attorneybrianwhite.com/about/our-attorneys/brian-white/) earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in Houston and is licensed to practice in Texas. 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