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Common Causes of Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are a common occurrence in the United States. In fact, with over six million car accidents every year, there are roughly 16,400 car accidents every day across the country, putting millions of people at risk of serious injuries that could leave them disabled and unable to work. Car accidents can happen for a number of reasons, but most of them happen when people act negligently.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident because of someone else’s negligent actions, you may be eligible for financial compensation to pay for medical bills, lost wages and other damages. Take control of your future today by calling the New Jersey car accident attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today at 800-346-5529 and schedule a free consultation with one of our caring and skilled lawyers.

Causes of Car Accidents

When drivers make mistakes or drive recklessly, they put other drivers at risk of an injury. Some of the most common causes of car accidents include the following:

  • Driving while intoxicated – responsible for roughly 30 percent of all accidents
  • Speeding – increases your risk of an accident because it shortens your reaction time and increases your risk of losing control of your vehicle
  • Disobeying traffic laws or other forms of reckless driving – from tailgating to running red lights, these actions can seriously increase your risk of an accident
  • Driving distracted – can include eating, talking to passengers, or even talking or texting via cell phone while driving

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