Information about Auto Accidents – It’s not what you think!
The good news is that auto accidents can be prevented. However, if you are in an accident, God forbid, and it wasn’t your fault, you can seek legal justice. People who cause motor vehicle accidents can be held financially liable for the consequences of their mistake. These consequences include: property damage, injuries to passengers and drivers, and fatalities. Before we discuss the auto accident claim process, let’s look at some accident statistics and discuss how they can be prevented.
Auto Accidents in Florida
Busy roads and streets are where most auto accidents occur. Car accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries and wrongful death in both Hallandale and South Florida. In the United States alone, about 30,000 people die from auto accidents every year. Out of more than 250,000 crashes in Florida, about 2,000 people get killed. And the ones who survive suffer from physical and mental anguish.
If you have lost a loved one from a car accident, our law firm can help you win your case and get the maximum compensation from all liable parties. Our injury attorneys are highly knowledgeable and will offer you the legal guidance you need throughout this difficult process.
Most Common Causes of Auto Accidents in Hallandale
Driver recklessness or negligence is the most common car accident cause. Aside from physical pain or untimely death, victims and their families suffer psychological torture, emotional distress, and economic difficulties.
A common cause of driving error is fatigue, which occurs when a driver’s judgment is hindered by exhaustion. Other leading causes are inexperience and the influence of alcohol or drugs. Also, driving in extreme conditions, like poor visibility due to fog, rain, smoke or snow, leads to accidents.
Statistics show the top 5 causes of auto accidents are:
Statistics show that about 5,000 pedestrians are killed yearly in the United States, with another 76,000 becoming seriously injured.
In many crashes, more than one factor is at play. Remember, it’s not only your life that is at stake – it is your passengers’ live and the lives of others around you. Drive safely!
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Auto Accident Statistics
According to recent statistics, an estimated 1.24 million people die worldwide in auto accidents.
This means that 1 person is killed roughly every 25 seconds.
What’s even worse is that only 28 countries, representing 7% of the world’s population, have laws that address all five auto accident death risk factors: speed, drunk driving, helmets, seatbelts and child restraints.
In the United States, the national motor vehicle crash death rate is 10.3 per 100,000 people. In Florida, this rate is 12.3. The good thing is that most of these bad statistics are going down.
Out of the quarter million auto accidents in Florida, around 600 occur in Hallandale Beach.
The city is located in Broward County and makes up for close to 3% of all motor vehicle accidents in the county. In 2011 alone, there were 28 alcohol related crashes in Hallandale Beach.
Preventing Auto Accidents
Right off the bat, you should check your vehicle for any suspicious problems. If there is anything that you think is out of order, stay off the road. Things like a worn tire, worn-out brakes or broken windshield wipers can all cause an accident in the blink of an eye.
Always be alert! As the saying goes “Keep your eyes open!”
There are three main types of distraction:
Visual distractions occur when you take your eyes of the road. Manual distractions can happen when your hands are not on the wheel. The last one, cognitive distractions, are the worst of all. These occur when you take your mind off the driving process.
Be mindful of your blind spots. Every car has blind spots, so make sure you check them before making a maneuver. Also, don’t get too close to the vehicle in front of you. You never know when they might execute an unexpected maneuver. By the time you realize what’s happening, you will not have enough time to react. So, keep your distance.
Over half of auto accident deaths are pedestrians. So, always keep an eye out for children, pets, joggers and other people around your motor vehicle.
Taking Actions to Recover from an Accident
Survivors of auto accidents may require treatment for the physical or mental pain that they have suffered. They may also experience serious injuries, such as brain damage, back injury, broken legs or limbs, internal bleeding or paralysis. Mild PTSD can also be a result of auto accidents.
Car accident victims often incur high medical costs and lost wages throughout the entire recovery process. Because of this, both victims and their families are advised to seek help from lawyers in a trusted firm.
Our firm provides comprehensive advice on how to deal with auto accidents. We also make sure you understand your rights and that you are reasonably compensated from the liable parties.
In any auto accident, the event can always be linked to the recklessness and negligence of one party. If you are a victim, or you know someone who has suffered from an accident, give us a call. We will immediately set an appointment with you to discuss the details of your case.
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