What are the Leading Causes Of Fatal Accidents In The United States

Leading Causes Of Fatal Accidents In The United States 

Fatal accidents occur in many different circumstances and under various conditions. Workplace injuries, falls, and motor vehicle collisions are only some of the causes of fatal accidents in the United States. 

If you tragically lost a loved one due to fatal injuries, contact a Montgomery wrongful death attorney at Luck Law, LLC to schedule a consultation, during which we can discuss the facts of your case. Call the office at 334-262-5455 to learn more about the legal services we offer. The following are some of the most common causes of fatal accidents in the United States. 

Impaired Driving

Drivers who operate motor vehicles while intoxicated may cause fatal accidents. Impaired drivers may have consumed drugs or alcohol before getting behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Alcohol and drugs can cause drivers to strike pedestrians or cyclists, collide with other motor vehicles, or run off the road and collide with a stationary object. 

Fatalities may occur during motor vehicle accidents involving impaired drivers because an impaired driver can lose complete control of a vehicle in mere seconds. If an impaired driver loses consciousness while driving, it is possible for them to accelerate the vehicle and cause serious bodily injury.

Speeding in Poor Weather Conditions 

Rain, wind, ice, and fog may all contribute to a motor vehicle accident that results in a fatality. Traction and visibility are reduced during these conditions, and some drivers are not properly vigilant while driving in dangerous weather. Unfortunately, many drivers speed and lose control of their vehicles in these conditions and cause accidents that lead to serious bodily injury or death. 

Poor weather accidents might lead to more fatalities because it can take longer for emergency personnel to respond to a serious traffic incident. EMTs may not be able to reach the injured drivers in time to perform life-saving treatment. 

Distracted Driving 

Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous activities drivers can engage in at any point while operating a motor vehicle. Texting, eating, and listening to loud music are only a few examples of distracted driving. Drivers cannot multitask, and often, distracted driving leads to serious motor vehicle collisions. 

For example, fatal accidents can occur when a distracted driver reads a text message and runs through a red light. At other times, a driver may be eating or speaking to other people in the car while trying to observe a GPS screen. These drivers only ignore the road for a few moments, but that is long enough for a fatal motor vehicle accident to occur. 

Aggressive Driving 

Aggressive driving is a common factor in fatal motor vehicle collisions. Drivers who speed, tailgate, or do anything else that is dangerous are more likely to lose control of the vehicle and cause serious bodily injury or death. Also, the faster an automobile is traveling, the more likely a resulting motor vehicle accident will cause more physical damage to the drivers and passengers involved in the accident. 

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