Automobile accidents continue to occur at present though the government has imposed different laws which promote road safety. Advancements with regard to vehicle safety are still not capable of protecting road users from collisions or solo-vehicle crashes because many of these accidents are not attributed to vehicle problems, but to the negligence of drivers.
A driver may be seen as negligent if he performed an action which is prohibited by the law or if he failed to perform an action which is required by it. For example, actions that a driver should do include turning on the vehicle’s lights when traveling at night, stopping his vehicle when there is a pedestrian on the crosswalk, and yielding the right-of-way. Meanwhile, actions that a driver is prohibited from doing include speeding, running a red light, and drunk driving.
Knowing the different causes of automobile accidents may enable you avoid being involved in one. Here are three reasons why this accident happens:
· Driver fatigue- The presence of exhausted drivers on the road poses a danger for everyone, including themselves. Statistics released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that drowsy driving causes around 100,000 accidents in the United States every year.
Here are some tips given by the Motor Accidents Authority (MMA) which help in reducing the number of accidents that are caused by it:
o Avoiding going on a long after working
o Rest before going on a long trip
o Pull over and rest after driving for at least two hours
· Driver distraction- Drivers, especially young ones, should avoid doing anything else while they are behind the wheel. According to the American Automobile Association, driver distraction caused around 25-50 percent of all motor vehicle accidents in the country.
Drivers should always focus on the road because failure to do so may prevent them from immediately seeing the actions of other road users. For example, a driver who is busy reading a text message may not notice a pedestrian crossing the street.
· Bad weather- High winds, heavy rain, fog, snowstorm, hail, or ice can affect the safeness of the roads. Drivers can be easily involved in an accident when there is bad weather due to diminished traction and poor visibility.
If you were involved in an automobile accident that resulted from another’s negligence, do not hesitate to pursue a case against him with the help of a San Diego automobile accident attorney.
This legal expert will help you build a strong case against the driver at fault in order to maximize your chances of being compensated. He will also guide you throughout the entire litigation process in order to lessen your burden.
For more information contact Mesriani Law Group at 310-826-6300 or visit the main office at 12400 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 810 Los Angeles CA 90025.
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