The most common causes of an auto accident are:
A driver’s responsibilities
- Make sure all documentation up to date, including your license, registration, and insurance
- Wear your seatbelt at all times
- Obey any posted road signs and specific directionsFollow orders from traffic officers
- Stop for all school buses
- Never get behind the wheel if you are heavily fatigued, or if you are under the influence of prescription drugs, alcohol, or illegal substances. Be sure to contact a friend or family member if you are unable to drive.
Distracted Drivers – A distraction is anything that might take your attention off the road. Distracted drivers are quickly becoming the leading cause of car wrecks and can be avoided by keeping distractions at a minimum. There are different types of distractions and they can range from texting or talking on the cell phone to playing with the radio or becoming distracted by passengers in the car.
Driver fatigue - Symptoms of fatigue include heavy eyelids, frequent yawning, seeing things “jump out” in the road or drifting into another lane. Find a safe location to stop and rest or contact someone who can drive you home.
Driving Under the Influence - Drunk driving is one of the most preventable causes of auto accidents. If you have consumed any alcohol, even if you feel fine, you should choose a designated driver. The same rules apply those who are taking drugs (prescription or illegal).
Failure to follow posted road signs - Not only is speeding dangerous but it also reduces the amount of time necessary to avoid a crash. In addition to following road signs, keep one car’s length distance between you and the driver ahead of you for every 10 miles per hour.
Aggressive Driving - Aggressive driving goes beyond tailgating or preventing other drivers from passing. Abusive language, yelling and getting emotionally upset can distract you and keep you from driving safely.
Weather - Bad weather can make driving more difficult, slow down and if necessary stop in a safe location until the bad weather passes. Watch the news or weather channel before driving in order to have the latest weather updates.
No one wants to be responsible for a tragedy, in addition to obeying all posted road signs there are other ways you can keep yourself safe on the road and avoid a car wrecks or injury. Most of the rules and precautions may seem like common sense, but following them can minimize your chance of being liable for a car wreck or personal injury:
A driver’s responsibilities
- Make sure all documentation up to date, including your license, registration, and insurance
- Wear your seatbelt at all times
- Obey any posted road signs and specific directionsFollow orders from traffic officers
- Stop for all school buses
- Never get behind the wheel if you are heavily fatigued, or if you are under the influence of prescription drugs, alcohol, or illegal substances. Be sure to contact a friend or family member if you are unable to drive.
No one wants to be responsible for a tragedy, in addition to obeying all posted road signs there are other ways you can keep yourself safe on the road and avoid a car wrecks or injury. Most of the rules and precautions may seem like common sense, but following them can minimize your chance of being liable for a car wreck or personal injury