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]]>Secondary to the tragic loss of life in these accidents is the increase in costs. The financial toll has spiked almost 25 percent higher than last year, with fatalities, injuries and damage to property already hitting $152 billion.
Two factors were cited as possible reasons for the increase. Lower gas prices—30 percent lower than last year—mean more people are on the roads. A lower unemployment rate also means an increase in vehicles on the road. People are better able to afford to travel and take vacations.
The NSC recommends that drivers take the following steps to ensure everyone stays safe on the nation’s roads:
If you have been injured in a vehicle crash caused by a negligent driver, please contact an experienced Westport personal injury attorney to find out what legal recourse you may have for your pain and loss.
Sources:
http://www.nsc.org/NSCNewsReleases/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=64
http://www.drivingtoday.com/features/archive/crashes/index.html#axzz3nKPT3vvf
http://www.madd.org/drunk-driving/about/
http://www.cdc.gov/features/dsdrowsydriving/
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