Asleep at the Wheel Accidents

Asleep at the wheel accidents can lead to severe injuries

Falling asleep while driving results in hundreds of fatal crashes each year, giving rise to potential wrongful death lawsuits. It's not unusual for motorists to fall asleep at the wheel, even briefly. When an asleep at the wheel accident occurs, drivers and passengers in cars and on motorcycles may end up with severe injuries in Texas, including spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injuries.

Many drivers admit to falling asleep at the wheel

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 49 percent of all men and 26 percent of women say they have fallen asleep while driving. Overall, 37 percent of U.S. drivers admit to falling asleep while behind the wheel at least once in their lifetime. An accident can occur in a split second - and that can be the moment the driver nods off.

Falling asleep at the wheel is a preventable situation. All drivers have the choice to pull over to the side of the road when they feel drowsy. The lack of attention paid to the road when drowsy or sleep deprived is as hazardous as driving while intoxicated (DWI).

While people who choose to drive while sleepy are not intentionally acting maliciously or with premeditation, their choice to not pull over nevertheless is negligent and irresponsible.

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If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Laredo or elsewhere in Texas, contact the Herrera Law Firm. A car accident lawyer may be able to help you obtain the compensation you need and deserve after your asleep at the wheel accident.

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