According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fatigue causes an estimated 100,000 car accidents every year. These fatigue accidents result in more than 1,500 deaths, 71,000 injuries, and $12 billion in damages and losses. Unfortunately, despite these sobering statistics, American drivers continue to drive drowsy.
Putting a Stop to Fatigue Accidents
In a poll administered by the National Sleep Foundation, 60 percent of adult drivers admit to driving while fatigued within the last year. Thirty-seven percent say they’ve even fallen asleep behind the wheel. These sleepy drivers pose a dangerous threat to themselves and other drivers on the road.
However, drowsy driving can be prevented – and you can help. Put a stop to tired driving and prevent yourself and your passengers from falling victim to dangerous fatigue accidents by following these simple tips.
With these tips, you can stay focused and alert while operating your vehicle and avoid dangerous fatigue accidents on the road.
Recognizing Symptoms of Drowsy Driving
In addition to following our safety tips, you can also help put a stop to fatigue accidents by being able to realize when you’re tired or drowsy while behind the wheel. If you have any of these symptoms, you may need to pull over and catch some Zs before continuing on your journey:
Even when you follow our safety tips and pull over at the first sign of fatigue, you still could fall victim to dangerous fatigue accidents on the road. When you do, contact an attorney at the Law Offices of Pat Maloney today to discuss your legal options.
