Drivers who attempt to run red lights are putting themselves and others at risk. Even trying to rush through a yellow light before it has turned red can put many innocent people in harm’s way. Drivers have an obligation to follow the rules of the road and drive in such a way that they will prevent harm to others. Traffic lights are there to help control the flow of traffic. Provided that drivers adhere to the traffic signals and are patient, these types of accidents should be a rare occurrence. Reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that more than 2 million red light accidents, resulting in more than 150,000 fatalities, happen every single year.