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Common Car Crash Risk Factors in 2017

Published on Jun 21, 2017 at 8:49 am in Car Accident.
Common Car Crash Risk Factors in 2017

Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed in car crashes on United States roadways.  Driving is one of the more dangerous activities we engage in on a daily basis.  Recent research has shown that more than 94% of all accidents are caused by people and the irresponsible choices drivers make behind the wheel.  Understanding the common causes of car crashes can help drivers know what activities they need to avoid to stay safe.

Speeding.  Speeding is one of the most common risk factors for car crashes in 2017.  It is estimated that 30% of all driving accidents involve a driver who was speeding.  The fast pace we keep, traffic, and deadlines encourage drivers to speed every day.  But accidents involving excessive speed are also more likely to be deadly.  No deadline is worth the ultimate sacrifice.

Drunk Driving.  According to the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention, everyday 28 people in the United States die because of drunk driving.  This is equivalent one death every 53 minutes.  Despite the rise of popular driving apps like Uber and Lyft, drunk driving numbers for 2017 continue to hold steady when compared to recent years.

Distractions.  Eating, drinking, talking to passengers, and changing the radio are common distractions that are continuing to cause car accidents in 2017.  Any activity that shifts a driver’s focus from the road or their hands from the wheel is dangerous.  Driving conditions can change in an instant.  It is crucial that drivers remain focused on safety and not other things.

Cell Phones.  Perhaps the most common risk factor for car crashes in 2017 is driver use of cell phones.  Texting, talking, dialing, and scrolling all steal driver focus and increase the risk of an accident.  Most would assume that teenagers are the primary age group guilty of cell phone use behind the wheel.  However, recent research has shown that drivers in their 20’s and 30’s are the most likely to engage in this dangerous distraction.  Hands-free technology is a standard feature in most new models of vehicles, but even with a driver’s hands on the wheel, a using a cell phone increases the risk of a crash.

Weather.  Bad weather is something that is out of a driver’s control.  But using extra precautions in bad weather conditions is a driver responsibility.  Failure to allow extra reaction time, reduce speed, or apply brakes earlier can cause a vehicle to crash on slippery roadways.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of a car accident that was not your fault, a Lexington car accident lawyer can help.  Medical expenses, trauma, and lost wages are damages that can result from a car crash.  It is important to hold reckless drivers accountable.  The Law Office of Todd W. Burris is experienced in Kentucky car accident claims and can help get you and your family the money you need to return your life to normal.  Contact our legal team today for a free, no-obligation consultation of your case.

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