Long Island Drowsy Driving Injury Lawyer

As you drive, you know you will be sharing the road with others, and it is your hope that every driver is alert and on top of things at all times. Unfortunately, you realize this may not always be true. Most people are only aware of the dangers of driving when drunk and they do not consider drowsiness as a possible cause of getting involved in a car accident. According to the Automobile Association of America (AAA) two out of every five drivers (41.0%) reported having fallen asleep or nodding off while driving, and that one in four reported that they had fallen asleep between the hours of noon and 5 p.m. 55% of drowsy driving crashes are caused by drivers less than 25 years old. If you are in an accident caused by a drowsy driver you will want an experienced Long Island drowsy driving injury lawyer at your side to help recover damages on your behalf. To learn more or get started on the claims process, consult with an auto accident attorney today.

Elements of Drowsy Driving

Drowsiness is the last step before falling asleep, not the first. Drowsiness means you are seconds away from falling asleep. Most drowsy driving crashes happen at predictable times, and the risk of being involved in a drowsy driving-related crash increases between 1 pm and 4 pm and 2 am and 6 am. There are many reasons why people drive drowsy, including the fact that they suffer from a sleep disorder.

Specific At-Risk Groups for Drowsy Driving

  • Young people especially males under age 26
  • Shift workers and people with long work hours working the night shift increases your risk by nearly 6 times; rotating-shift workers and people working more than 60 hours a week need to be particularly careful
  • Commercial drivers-especially long-haul drivers – at least 15% of all heavy truck crashes involve fatigue
  • People with undiagnosed or untreated disorders people with untreated obstructive sleep apnea have been shown to have up to seven times increased risk of falling asleep at the wheel
  • Business travelers who spend many hours driving or may be jet lagged

If you or a loved one had been injured by a drowsy driver, you will want to contact a Long Island attorney to discuss your rights. Just like accidents caused by a drunk driver, accidents that can be proven to be caused by a drowsy driver may be entitled to compensation.

Seeking Assistance From a Long Island Drowsy Driving Attorney

When drivers fall asleep at the wheel, they put their passengers and everyone else on the road at risk. If you or someone you love was in an accident caused by someone else falling asleep at the wheel, it is important to know your legal rights and get proper representation. If you suffer injuries, you may be entitled to compensation. Our Long Island drowsy driving injury lawyers have more than 20 years of experience handling accident cases, and we will provide a completely free no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. We will also walk you through the legal process and answer any questions you have. To learn more or discuss your case, consult with an attorney today.

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