The Most Common Causes of Serious Car Accidents

Every day, people in New Jersey and New York become injured in serious car accidents. Unfortunately, many car accidents are preventable and happen because of driver negligence. If you or your loved one has suffered a serious injury from a car accident, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Some of the most common causes of car accidents are listed below.

1. The Driver Ran a Red Light

In April, a driver was speeding and ran through a red light. He collided with another car, causing the cars to crash and run up onto the sidewalk. One of the cars crashed into a pole before it came to a complete stop. First responders pronounced one of the victims dead at the scene of the accident.

When drivers speed through red lights and stop signs, they are driving negligently or recklessly. Under the law, negligent and reckless drivers are liable for the injuries they inflict. If you have been injured by a driver who ran a red light or failed to stop at a stop sign, we can help you file a personal injury lawsuit to obtain justice for you.

1. Distracted Driving

Despite many campaigns to prevent distracted driving, drivers continue to use their cell phones and these accidents continue to happen. One of the leading cause of motor vehicle accidents is distracted driving. All of the following activities constitute distracted driving, and they are all dangerous:

• Texting while driving
• Watching videos while driving
• Eating or drinking while driving
• Looking down to adjust the radio or another device while driving
• Daydreaming while driving
• Talking to passengers or children in the back seat while driving
• Trying to grab something off of the seat while driving

When a distracted driver causes a motor vehicle accident, he or she is almost always at fault. In order to prove that the driver who caused your accident was negligent, you will need to conduct a thorough investigation into the accident itself. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you gather the evidence necessary to prove the other party was driving while distracted.

1. Breaking Speed Limits

Local governments issue speed limits for a reason. When drivers travel at a speed that is higher than the posted limit, they put other drivers and pedestrians at risk. The impact of accidents caused by speeding is often severe. The excess speed makes the collision much more intense, often causing more serious injuries.

If you have suffered an injury in a speeding accident, you will need to prove that the defendant was speeding at the time of the accident. You can do so through witness testimony, CCTV footage, and expert testimony. The police report will often note if a driver was speeding.

Contact Our Serious Car Accident Lawyers

The most important thing you can do after a car accident is to hire an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. At Miller& Borgen, we offer skilled legal representation for those who have suffered serious injuries in car accidents. Contact our law firm today to schedule your initial consultation.