What You Need to Know

Millions of people die in car accidents every year. As the number of cars on the road increases, so does the number of accidents. Heavier traffic and more cars lead to an ever-increasing number of traffic accidents.

• Causes

  Anything can cause an auto accident, from a simple distraction to a defective automobile. It is often difficult to identify the cause of an auto accident. What looks like a straightforward SUV rollover might be a defective steering system, or a rear-end collision turns deadly when seat- backs fail. In most cases, a car accident is due to someone else’s negligence.

  Automobile accidents can be caused by:

  • Negligent drivers
  • Distracted drivers
  • Animals in the road
  • Debris in the road
  • Inclement weather conditions
  • Pedestrians
  • Defective road design
  • Defective automobile design
• Fault

  One of the most important things you can do for yourself after an accident is to seek legal counsel. You will need a strong legal defense on your side to help investigate the accident and determine who is at fault.