Indiana Law Firm Focuses on Automobile Accidents
Porter County Attorneys Help Car Accident Victims Recover Damages
Before fault for a car accident can be determined, law enforcement personnel and insurance adjusters must decide who or what caused the crash. Many variables factor into why car accidents happen, such as:
Human Error
According to one study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 94 percent of all accidents were caused by human error. Although many drivers feel that things outside of their control contributed to an accident they were involved in, they are often found to be responsible, even if environmental factors were present.
Distracted Driving
According to data compiled by the NHTSA, 3,166 Americans were killed in accidents involving distracted driving in 2017. Distracted driving is defined as any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from driving, including eating, drinking, adjusting the stereo, checking the GPS, and talking or texting on a smartphone. Sending or receiving a text takes a driver’s attention off the road for five seconds, which at 55 mph, is comparable to driving the length of a football field blindfolded.
Driving Under the Influence
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or prescription or over-the-counter medication puts motorists at a much higher risk of either causing or being involved in a collision. In Indiana, someone driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher is guilty of operating while intoxicated (OWI).
Medical Conditions
Medical conditions like seizures, strokes, heart attacks, and impaired vision can lead to extremely serious accidents. Although medical conditions are sometimes difficult to control, the decision concerning whether or not to drive should be obvious.
Contact an Experienced Porter County, Indiana Car Accident Attorney Today
If you were involved in an auto accident in Porter County, Indiana, contact Kelly Law Offices, LLC online or call 1-800-859-8800 to schedule your free initial consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers today.
