Drowsy Driving and Driver Fatigue
Drowsy driving and driver fatigue are among the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents. While driver fatigue is far more likely to affect people who are driving for many consecutive hours or overnight, it is a concern at any time. Drivers who are drowsy may be less alert and therefore slower to respond to changes in the roadway. Moreover, they may fall asleep, even briefly, potentially causing them to drift out of their lane, off of the road, or even into oncoming traffic.
If you have been injured in a car accident that was caused by a driver who you believe was suffering from driver fatigue, you may be able to pursue financial compensation for the harm that you have endured. To learn more about your legal options, contact the Philadelphia car accident attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 215-238-1130 today.
Circumstances Associated with Driver Fatigue
Because it is such a widespread problem and poses a significant threat to public safety, there have been many studies conducted to attempt to identify the causes of driver fatigue. Most of these studies suggest that everyone is at risk. Some of the circumstances that appear to be associated with driver fatigue include:
- Driving consecutively for eighty minutes or more without a break
- Driving in the early hours of the morning
- Driving in the mid-afternoon
- Driving long hours without eating properly
These are just a few of the common causes of driver fatigue. Regardless of the cause, however, drowsy drivers threaten the safety of others on the roadway and should be held accountable for accidents attributable to their negligence.
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Get the compensation that you deserve as the victim of a drowsy driving accident. We want to help you fight for the money you need to get your life back on track after your accident. Contact the skilled and experienced Philadelphia car accident attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 215-238-1130 today.