If you have been hurt because of somebody else's negligence, we can help you.
The more we drive, the more we find to distract us.
· 20% of all auto accidents in 2008 were the result of distracted driving.
· In 2008, over half a million people were injured in crashes involving a distracted driver; nearly 6000 people died.
· Distracted drivers under the age of 20 have the highest percentage of fatal crashes.
· Using a cell-phone make a driver four times more likely to have an accident.
· Using a cell phone impairs a driver's reaction as much as driving while intoxicated.
In addition to driving distracted, other common causes of accidents include:
· Speeding
· Driving while intoxicated
· Driving aggressively
· Driving in bad weather
· Exhaustion
Design and maintenance failures can lead to:
· Tire blowouts
· Brake failure
· Vehicle rollover
· Gas tank explosion
· Seatbelt failure
· Airbag failure
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