Contributing Factors in Texas Traffic Crashes

According to statistics published by the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2011 close to 80,000 people sustained serious injuries in traffic accidents. More than 3,000 individuals lost their lives that same year. The driving behaviors or factors most associated with these motor vehicle accidents were a failure to control one's speed, driver inattention, driving at an unsafe speed limit, and driving while under the influence of alcohol and / or drugs. 34.5 percent of those killed in 2011 Texas traffic accidents were involved in alcohol-related incidents. The overwhelming majority of those killed in alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents were inebriated drivers, followed by their passengers.

Distracted driving has become a catchword for those activities drivers engage in while behind the wheel. These include texting or talking on a cell phone or dealing with other hand-held devices, eating or drinking, grooming, adjusting radios, CD players, or GPS devices, or handling children. Studies concerning distracted driving have shown that engaging in these activities while driving may cause up to 20 percent of all motor vehicle accidents. Drivers who use cell phones increase their risk of an accident by four times while using a cell phone reduces one's reaction time to the same level as a legally drunk driver.

Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer

Everyone knows how horrific a motor vehicle accident can be for all involved. Serious injuries and even death may follow. Even the most defensive driver is not safe when distracted, legally drunk, or otherwise negligent drivers take to the road. Where this happens, injury victims are rightfully entitled to compensation for their losses and damages.

The personal injury law firm of the Lenahan Law FIrm has been representing the injured throughout Dallas for more than ten years, with successful results. If you have been injured because of the actions or inactions of others, you should seek experienced legal help to ensure that you obtain the maximum compensation to which you are entitled under the law. You can do that by contacting one of the legal team at the firm to begin your injury claim today.