Did You Know These Car Accident Facts?

It might seem rather simple, Connecticut auto accidents can be avoided by wearing a seatbelt, reducing or eliminating distracted driving, and following the speed limit.  Ok, it is simple.  

There is good news.  In 2019 auto accident deaths declined for the third straight year throughout the United States.  We were trending in the right direction until COVID-19 hit and reckless driving went on the rise again.  Final numbers are not in for 2020, but early indicators from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicate that fatalities due to motor vehicle accidents will rise for the first time in three years as a result of the pandemic.

Now that our feet are firmly planted in 2021 it’s important to remember that no matter how many people are on the road, all the safety measures you take when in traffic should apply when you are driving on an empty road as well.  

You may also want to know some of these facts that relate to auto accidents to help you better understand the problem.  According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) there are some staggering numbers that are a result of auto accidents in this country, they include;

• 3 million, non-fatal, injuries each year in the U.S.
• Cost from all auto accidents is nearly $75 billion each year
• Auto accidents accounted for 7,400 deaths of older Americans in 2016
• Municipalities with good public transportation save on average $355 per person on health care costs and the costs from auto accidents.

While safety measures you put in place can help protect you from getting into a Connecticut auto accident, they will also protect the population generally from higher expenditures and higher death rates.  It is not only good for you, but it is good for your neighbor to drive safely and wear a seatbelt.

If you or a loved one were injured in an accident, you may need an attorney to review your case.  Contact our office and we can get started on a full review immediately.