Motor vehicle crashes occur on a daily basis. While some of these accidents may be minor and cause property damage, others are much more serious. In addition to people sustaining injuries, these accidents can also result in permanent disability and death. There are, of course, a variety of situations that can lead to motor vehicle crashes. When someone drives while under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) or drives while distracted, these situations can both lead to accidents. Aggressive driving, speeding, and inclement weather are also known causes of traffic accidents.
Every day during 2014, for example, 6,400 people were injured in traffic accidents, and approximately 90 people died as a result of being in an accident. While there were fewer deaths during 2014 than in 2013, 32,675 people died as a result of being involved in a motor vehicle crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
People drive drunk on a daily basis, and someone is injured in a drunk driving crash every two minutes. While drunk driving occurs nearly 300,000 times a day, less than 4,000 people are arrested for doing so. Data shows that the average person that drives drunk on a consistent basis will have driven their vehicle while drunk 80 times before they are arrested for the first time.
It’s also been demonstrated that about 660,000 drivers make or receive calls on their cell phones when they’re driving throughout the day. They are also manipulating other types of electronic devices while operating their vehicles when they should be paying attention to the road and traffic conditions. When people engage in these types of behaviors while driving their vehicles, they are facing three times the risk of being in a crash.
When you’re not sure what to do when being charged with a crime, it’s important to contact a criminal defense law firm. If you’ve been charged with a DUII, for example, you’ll want to contact a DUII law firm. If convicted, this could cost $20,000 or more. Once you consult with a legal defense team, they will be able to inform you of your rights and responsibilities under the law. Furthermore, if you believe that you have been falsely accused, having a legal defense team to conduct further research on your behalf can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.