{"id":2304,"date":"2019-03-15T15:26:01","date_gmt":"2019-03-15T15:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/?p=2304"},"modified":"2021-04-09T16:42:22","modified_gmt":"2021-04-09T16:42:22","slug":"top-causes-of-motor-vehicle-accidents-in-indiana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/top-causes-of-motor-vehicle-accidents-in-indiana\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Causes of Motor Vehicle Accidents in Indiana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Motor vehicle accidents are all too common throughout the country, and happen for a large number of reasons. Sometimes, nature interferes and there is not much drivers can do to protect themselves from an accident or collision. But mostly, car accidents occur as a result of some degree of carelessness, whether at the fault of the driver, or someone else. According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT), nearly 1.25 million people are killed in road crashes every year, which averages out to 3,287 deaths per day, and an additional 20 to 50 million are seriously injured or disabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Annual Car Accident Statistics<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Here in Indiana, the statistics for annual car accidents are\nnot much different. According to statistics gathered by the U.S. Department of\nTransportation (USDOT) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration\n(NHTSA), the total number of motor vehicle accidents have increased by 10%\nsince 2005, with a 44% increase in motorcycle accidents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What can we do to reduce the number of road crashes in our state? To start, we can commit to safer driving habits, and increase our awareness on the road for other reckless drivers. Continue reading to learn what the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) says are the top causes for motor vehicle accidents in Indiana, as well as, what to do if you are negligently injured by a careless driver. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Top Causes of Car Accidents Include,
but are not limited to<\/em>:<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Impaired Driving<\/strong> \u2013 Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a controlled substance is considered impaired driving under Indiana state law. According to the NHTSA\u2019s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 22% of all traffic-related fatalities were caused by impaired drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reckless Driving<\/strong> \u2013 Reckless driving is a common cause for motor vehicle accidents, and includes any form of driving that is dangerous or irresponsible. The most common examples of reckless driving that has led to car accidents in Indiana are speeding, failing to yield, tailgating, unsafe passing, changing lanes without looking, ignoring road signs, and driving the wrong way on a one-way road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distracted Driving<\/strong> \u2013 Distracted driving causes several car accidents each year in Indiana. The Traffic Safety Division reports that recently, nearly 500 traffic accidents were caused by cell phone distractions. Examples that cause accidents include texting, eating, reaching for kids or items in the back seat, reading, cell phone talking, and pets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fatigued Driving<\/strong> \u2013 Fatigued and drowsy driving are similar to both distracted driving and impaired driving since it takes a driver\u2019s focus away from the road. According to the Traffic Safety Division, fatigued driving recently caused over 1,600 accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Backing Up<\/strong> \u2013 Unsafely backing up is another common cause for serious car accidents, especially among pedestrians and children. Although newer model vehicles have technologies such as cameras and alarms, which help drivers see behind them, these accidents can still occur when drivers do not use the proper precautions when reversing their vehicles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Causes:<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

\u279d Automobile Manufacturer Defects<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u279d Pedestrian Negligence<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u279d Defective Stoplights<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u279d Unsafe Road Conditions<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u279d Missing or Obstructed Road Signs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recover Compensation After a Car Accident Injury<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you were injured in a car accident as a result of another\u2019s careless, please contact the Law Office of Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> to schedule a free initial consultation with a licensed car accident attorney<\/a> who can help. You may be entitled to compensation for your related losses and damages, such as medical expenses, hospital bills, lost wages from work, pain and suffering, and much more. We never collect lawyer fees unless we recover a settlement for you. Get started today by scheduling your free consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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