Why is Drunk Driving Dangerous?
We have all heard many times that drinking and driving is dangerous. Even people who do not appreciate this fact can certainly understand that drunk driving is illegal. Despite this, and despite the progress that has been made in recent years, this reckless behavior continues across the country. In 2006 about 13,470 people were killed in accidents involving drunk drivers.
If you have lost a loved one in a drunk driving accident, you may be able to hold the driver or another negligent party responsible in court. To discuss your grounds for compensation with an experienced Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyer, call Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.
How Alcohol Affects Driving
Drivers with a blood alcohol content of .15 or above are over 200 times more likely to be involved in fatal car accidents than non-impaired drivers. This is due to the many ways in which alcohol affects people and harms their ability to drive well. Even people who are not fully intoxicated (only “buzzed”) can experience impairments like:
- Disturbed vision. Intoxicated drivers are less likely to look to either side while driving, and move their eyes frequently instead of paying attention to details. This makes them less likely to notice other vehicles, pedestrians, traffic signs, and so on.
- Lowered inhibitions. Alcohol notoriously damages people’s judgment, making them more likely to engage in dangerous or illegal behavior.
- Poor multitasking. Several studies have shown that drunk people are very bad at performing more than one task at the same time. For example, an impaired driver who is trying to stay in one lane while looking for an exit and talking to a friend has a good chance of crashing.
These are just a few of the ways that impaired drivers are more dangerous than sober ones. If you have lost a loved one to a drunk driver, a qualified Pennsylvania DUI wrongful death attorney can help you seek justice.
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The Pennsylvania wrongful death lawyers at Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. offer compassionate legal counsel, aggressive representation, and detailed knowledge of the law. Contact us today at 610-667-7511.