The Highest Number of Car Accidents in Pennsylvania Occurs in the Summertime with the Highest Number Of Deaths And Catastrophic Injuries Occurring Over the July 4th And Labor Day Holiday Weekends
Quite simply, common sense dictates that summertime is a time for fun and relaxation. People take vacations in their car and with school out of session many times there are more young, inexperienced drivers behind the wheel adding to the risk of car accidents. If we add to the equation unlawful drinking, texting, phoning, and the additional presence of more bicyclists, pedestrians, and highway construction projects, the risk of having a catastrophic car accident is increased substantially. Summertime means road trips.
At the experienced Philadelphia car accident law firm of Reiff & Bily, we have been representing catastrophically injured victims and those unfortunately killed due to the negligence of others as a result of car accidents. Our lawyers and experts have noticed a trend that summer weekends are the deadliest time for car accidents, a finding which is corroborated by research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
AAA has created a top ten driving mistakes list that could lead to a serious or fatal car accident along with tips on how to avoid them.
1. Risk taking – believing that you won’t be involved in a car accident.
2. Overconfidence – thinking you already know how to handle any risky situation.
3. Giving in to peer pressure - failing to speak up about dangerous driving behaviors.
4. Not wearing a seat belt.
5. Speeding.
6. Having too many passengers in the vehicle.
7. Driving distracted by cell phones.
8. Adjusting the radio or CD player especially for new drivers.
9. Late night cruising.
10. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
For more information see the article “Teen Driver Risks In High Gear Over Summer”, USA Today, June 21, 2010.
If you or loved one has been involved in a Pennsylvania car accident, please feel free to contact one of our experienced Pennsylvania car accident attorneys for a free no obligation consultation. Of course, the best Pennsylvania car accident attorneys will always offer a free no obligation consultation and a no recovery, no fee guarantee.
