Over 300.000 car crashes take place every year in New York State, 40% of them leading to severe injuries or even death. There are many causes for these accidents like aggressive driving or driving under the influence, but the most common of them all is distracted driving. For example, did you know that if you spend 5 seconds sending a text while driving at 55 miles/hour, you will go over the same distance as the length of a football field without looking at the road?
In the infographic below by Kaplan Lawyers, you will find data about the most frequently sustained injuries after a collision, and about the causes and consequences of the different types of car crashes. Bear in mind that you should always drive safely, but if you end up in a collision, follow the next steps. You should file an accident report with the police, get yourself checked out by a doctor and keep all the reports and bills for your insurance claim. Moreover, for expert management of the situation, you can contact an injury attorney.
An infographic by Kaplan Lawyers.
