It’s a sobering thought: every time you get into your car and turn the key in the ignition, you’re embarking on a risky journey with potentially disastrous outcomes. A car accident can happen at any time, in an instant—and the results can be life-changing.

When you consider that most car accidents happen within 25 miles of home, a quick, late-night trip to the local grocery store suddenly becomes a dangerous adventure that could lead to serious personal injury. 

Every year, 6.4 million car accidents occur in the United States, resulting in 5 million injuries—2 million of which are considered permanent—and 40,000 deaths. In fact, car accidents are the leading cause of death in people from age 1 to 37.

The term “accident” may be a misnomer, however, as some sources estimate that up to 90% of car crashes are due to clearly avoidable driver negligence. Alcohol is the number one cause of car accidents in the United States. Other common contributing factors include driving at unsafe speeds, sleepy drivers, and driver distractions, such as eating or using a cell phone while driving. The fact that most car accidents are preventable makes them even more tragic.

In addition to the physical damage left in their aftermath, car crashes have tremendous financial and emotional impacts. Medical costs and the inability to work after an accident can leave a family devastated.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact our office immediately. Failure to take prompt action could jeopardize a potential claim.
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