Drowsy Driving: More Like Drunk Driving than You Might Think
Did you know that in 2010 drowsy driving caused one in six fatal automobile accidents and one in eight car accidents causing serious injury? This finding by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety underscores a safety reality that legal experts have attempted to address for years.
Drowsy driving causes the same kind of symptoms as drunk drivers. Impairment includes slower reaction times, exaggerated responses, and considerably diminished awareness of road conditions. Likewise, drowsy driving can also result in exactly the same kind of serious injury and death found among drunk driving accidents, both for the drowsy driver and the innocent bystanders often victimized by this reckless behavior.
Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author
Because of our years of experience, the attorneys at Fears | Nachawati know well how drunk and drowsy driving can result in considerable legal liability for the negligent driver. The simple fact is that the law imposes basic responsibilities upon drivers; and those duties include the obligation to drive safely. Drowsy driving openly violates this fundamental legal standard governing conduct on the road.
Have you or a loved one been involved in an accident with a drowsy driver? The legal consequences might be more severe for the person who damaged your property or injured you or your family member than you might think. Trust our courtroom-tested litigation skills to help you handle your legal claims against the negligent driver who struck you. Contact us today for a free consultation!
About the Author
Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:
http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html
