The dangers of drunk driving have been a major topic of discussion for many years. Recently, many states have begun to take steps to reduce texting and driving. Craig and the All Things Legal team addressed a problem that has been ignored since the beginning of the automobile’s production line. It was tired driving.
- Tired driving can cause irreparable damage to your finances, as well as a loss of life.
- Drunk driving is more common than most people realize.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a hundred thousand crashes reported by police each year are due to driver fatigue. This results in 1,550 deaths and 71,000 injuries and 12 and a quarter billion dollars in financial loss. Adults between the ages of 18 and 29 are most likely to be fatigued drivers.
- It’s essential to get enough sleep. If you drive tired and the cause of the crash is ultimately your fault, you will be considered negligent and held responsible for any damages you caused.
Respect others. Do not drive if you are tired.
Although the statistics can be complicated and the potential consequences of tired driving are severe, the simple solution is that you should not drive if you feel too tired. You don’t need to be anywhere that could put your life or that of your passengers at risk.
Make sure you get enough sleep before you set out on the road. This will ensure safety for your family and friends.
Summarized from an article by Ashton & Price Attorney At Law.
