Auto Accidents Attorney Serving Tampa Bay
Did you recently get into an auto-related accident? Are you seeking immediate and professional attention due to your unfortunate situation? If this is you, then contact Lancaster Law Firm. We help you make decisions about medical bills, property damages, wage losses, and insurance claims.
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries as a result of an auto-related accident in Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Bradenton, and Sarasota. He is available 24/7 to receive calls or text messages.
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Common Causes of Car Accidents
SPEEDING
Most speeding-related accidents occur when someone is running late. The driver chooses to break the speed limit and drive recklessly to arrive on time. Other times, it is a careless driver behind the wheel showing off by racing and weaving in-and-out of traffic. Regardless of the reason, speeding is against the law, dangerous, and can cause many auto-related accidents.
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)
When someone chooses to drive a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, that person is putting his or her life in danger as well as others on the road, including you. DUI driving is distracted driving, is considered reckless, and oftentimes causes severe injury or even death.
DISREGARD TO TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND SIGNS
Some drivers try to beat a yellow light before it turns red. Others fail to completely stop at a stop sign and move forward at an intersection before he or she should. When a driver doesn’t stop, the likelihood of the vehicles colliding rises, putting both parties at risk of an accident.
TEXTING WHILE DRIVING
While modern technology continues to improve our daily lives, in vehicles, these devices can become distractions. Cellphones and GPS devices can steer the driver’s attention away from what is on the road. It only takes a second before something fatal can happen. Fortunately, cell phone records are available for your defense. When this information is presented in the courtroom, accusing the driver distracted by technology is a clear-cut case.
CLIMATE CONDITIONS
Traffic delays are often caused by climate conditions. A driver who is not familiar with operating their motor vehicle in severe weather conditions puts others on the road at risk for an accident. Dense fog, high winds, rain, slick roads, or other adverse weather conditions are no excuse. Drivers must adjust their speed and pay closer attention to traffic on the roadway.
ANIMAL CROSSINGS
While drivers are required to know the rules of the roadway, wild animals do not take driver’s education. Wild animals will wade out into the street, and it’s up to you to make sure that you don’t get into a car accident with them. Take caution when you see an animal crossing sign and use your high beams when traveling in rural, woody areas.