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Common causes of vehicle accidents

On Behalf of | Aug 17, 2019 | Car Accidents

Pennsylvania motorists should know that one of the most common reasons for traffic crashes in the United States is distracted driving. Common distractions include eating food, using a cellphone or drinking from a bottle while behind the wheel. It is important to keep in mind that only a few seconds of distracted driving are needed to cause an accident on the road.

Another common contributor to vehicle accidents is drunk driving. When people consume alcohol, their response time and ability to concentrate on the road are hampered, which increases the likelihood that a collision will happen. Drivers who consume alcohol should wait until the aftereffects of the alcohol diminish before they get behind the wheel.

Speeding is another common cause of traffic crashes. It is not unusual for drivers to purposely break speed limit laws. However, the faster a vehicle is driven, the longer it will take the driver to slow down or come to a complete stop to avoid hitting an obstacle.

Inclement weather conditions can also cause accidents by making it much more difficult to drive safely. Danger on the road increases when the roads are slick or there are high winds, rain or dense fog. For drivers who are inexperienced or unprepared to drive in such conditions, the danger increases.

People who fail to stop at red lights also make the roadways more hazardous. Many accidents take place because of drivers who simply disregard a red light.

A personal injury attorney may help a car accident victim pursue legal recourse for any crash-related damages. If necessary, litigation may be used to hold a negligent driver financially liable for unsafe driving behaviors.

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