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Frequent Causes of Car Accidents

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March 3, 2014

Car accidents happen very quickly but usually leave a lasting and devastating effect. Due to these accidents, countless individuals and families are left changing the direction that their lives are taking. According to the 2010 Minnesota Motor Vehicle Crash Facts Report, there were 73,498 car accidents in Minnesota, 411 people died and over 31,000 people were injured.

Minnesota car accidents occur for a variety of reasons, but some of the most common car accident causes include the following:

  • Car Accidents Due to Speeding – Despite the law and increased awareness, speeding is still one of the top causes of car accidents in Minnesota. In fact, nearly one-third of all car accidents can be attributed to speeding. The faster the car is going the more deadly the impact.
  • Car Accidents Due to Weather The weather is something we have very little control over, especially in Minnesota. Conditions such rain, sleet and snow increase the chances of being involved in an accident. When driving conditions are dangerous extra precautions should be taken when you’re out on the road.
  • Car Accidents Due to Drunk Driving Drinking and driving not only increases the risk of having an accident but it puts everyone else on the roads in danger. Alcohol impairs your judgment, and slows down your reaction time. Every single injury and death caused by a drunken driving accident is totally preventable.
  • Car Accident Due to Driver Fatigue Drivers that crash due to falling asleep at the wheel account for more than 100,000 car accidents per year in the US according to the National Traffic Safety Administration. Car accidents due to driver fatigue are also very preventable. If your eyelids start to feel heavy or you find yourself yawning frequently it’s best to pull over.
  • Car Accidents Due to Distracted Drivers When you’re behind the wheel of a car, driving should take your full attention. Looking away for even a split second can cause a traffic accident. Changing the stereo, talking on a cell phone, texting while driving and even slowing down to check out another accident are all distractions that put you at a greater risk of a car accident.
  • Car Accidents Due to Teen Drivers Teenage drivers represent a major danger on Minnesota roadways. In Fact; the risk of crashes among the 10 to 19 year olds is higher than any other age group. Teens lack the driving experience to recognize and respond to hazards not to mention are more likely to speed, become distracted and drive while under the influence of drug or alcohol.

Car accidents take the lives of hundreds of Minnesotans each year and are the leading cause of brain and spinal cord injuries not to mention neck, back, and other neurological injuries. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, the Minnesota attorneys of McEwen & Kestner are here to help. Our experienced attorneys will make sure you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation

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