You can probably think of a few reasons that vehicle accidents occur. Maybe you’ve heard a little something about how drunk driving is a huge contributor to auto wrecks. Perhaps your friends and family are always talking about how dangerous it is to use a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle.
Although you probably know a lot of the reasons that car wrecks occur, you might not know all of them. It’s important to be aware of the dangers that are out there—knowing could help you to avoid an accident. There are many factors that you probably haven’t considered, so we’ve put together a list for you below.
Here are some of the top causes of auto wrecks in Louisiana.
Many people don’t think that their vehicle’s parts could be guilty of causing an accident, but it’s possible. We all trust that the auto manufacturers who design and create our vehicles have done significant testing to ensure the safety of their products.
Unfortunately, sometimes vehicles or their parts are defective. They can cause collisions. For example, if your brakes are defective, that could cause an accident.
Reckless driving includes many different types of behaviors, which include some you might not have thought of. This behavior could include speeding, tailgating, running red lights, failure to use blinkers, and failure to follow traffic laws.
Sometimes mechanics are careless or lazy, and their behavior can lead to an accident. If they fail to properly secure your tire or they fail to fix your engine, for instance, these negligent actions can cause a collision.
Some accidents are caused by issues with the streets we drive on and the intersections we pass through. The government is responsible for road maintenance, and your taxpayer dollars contribute to those efforts. However, sometimes the government will design streets poorly, which can lead to collisions. In addition, intersections can also be poorly designed and can contribute to accidents.
When a person gets behind the wheel of a vehicle, they need to be focused on the task of driving. Some people drive for a living, and they can become a danger to other drivers. If they get tired, they might continue to drive even though they aren’t fit to do so. They can cause accidents, injuries, and even death.
You now know some of the many causes of auto injury collisions that take place in Louisiana. Hopefully, this information can help you to avoid being hurt in a car crash. However, if you’ve already been involved in an auto wreck and you suspect negligence played a role, get in touch with a lawyer today.
A Baton Rouge car accident lawyer can help you file an auto wreck claim against the person who caused your crash. Call Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers at 225-387-2323 to find out how much your claim is worth during a free claim assessment. You’re also welcome to visit our website to learn more about how a lawyer at our firm can help you.
