There should be NO reason for someone to run a yellow or red light. If drivers were driving according to todays "standards and regulations" (as brought up by someone) then defensive driving should kick in.
- Don't follow the vehicle ahead too close
- Pay attention ahead....LOOK for stale lights (as mentioned)
- Look for vehicles or pedestrians that will "trip" the light to change
- Only proceed when you KNOW it is safe to do so, not when you ASSUME it is safe to do so!
Hang on...this is called defensive driving! Isn't that today's standard?