Obviously, the dangers of drunk driving are great. Drunk drivers cannot react to changes in traffic conditions quickly and thus increase the risk of collisions. They are more likely to miss a red light and have impaired judgment. They cannot slow down before impact, so most drunk-driving collisions result in high-speed, high-force accidents. Even more tragic, drunk-driving accidents can result in fatalities.
Moreover, drunk drivers cannot assess their risks and may drive unsafely. They lack coordination and often swerve dangerously. Additionally, they cannot make good judgment calls and may even cause accidents. Thus, they put themselves and others at risk. In addition, drunk drivers are more likely to hit other cars, causing more accidents. Consequently, drunk drivers have a higher risk of being in a collision and injuring innocent victims.
Aside from causing accidents, drunk drivers pose a danger to pedestrians, cyclists, and cyclists. Their impaired vision and short attention span render them incapable of making rational decisions. Those impaired by alcohol are more likely to have a rear-end collision than sober drivers. In addition to their heightened risk of accidents, drunk drivers are also likely to make dangerous decisions, such as swerving to avoid an accident.
Those who are accused of DUI can lose their professional license. In addition to losing their jobs, DUI convictions can cause the loss of a professional license. In addition, even if the defendant is not responsible for the accident, the person can cause property damage. Just one hit can cause thousands of dollars in damage. It can also completely ruin a vehicle. In many cases, victims of drunk drivers do not have their own insurance coverage, so they are dependent on the insurance companies.
As with any other type of accident, drunk driving accidents can result in severe injuries and even death. Besides causing pain and suffering, accidents caused by drunk drivers also result in hefty medical bills and lost work time. While the drunk driver is primarily responsible for the accident, negligent bar owners are often held partly responsible as well. The people injured by drunk drivers deserve justice and compensation. So, if you or someone you know has been injured by a drunk driver, contact an attorney today to learn about your rights and how you can pursue legal action.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), one in every eight car accidents is a result of drunk driving. The costs of such accidents are staggering - over $52 billion every year. In 2015, ten thousand people were killed in alcohol-related car crashes, including 181 children under 14 years of age. While the number of fatalities associated with drunk driving has decreased, the statistics still indicate that alcohol-impaired driving is still a serious danger to the public.
Because of the severe consequences of drunk driving, the chances of suffering a serious injury are even greater. Drivers impaired by alcohol are less likely to react correctly when they hit the brakes and are more likely to speed. A serious injury can be permanent, and recovery can take years. In such a case, a victim may be entitled to compensation from the negligent party. In addition to financial losses and emotional trauma, families may have to pay medical bills for the lost loved one.T
