On an average day in this country there are more than 15,000 motor vehicle accidents, and more than 100 highway deaths from car wrecks and truck crashes.  But every collision is different.  There may be "fender benders" that result in catastrophic injury or even wrongful death, or horrific fiery crashes where everyone walks away without a scratch.

There are many things that can cause a car crash injury, from speeding or other reckless driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs,  hazardous road or weather conditions, poor maintenance, defective tires or seat belts or air bags, bad brakes or vehicles with a defective design (such as church vans or sports utility vehicles with a high tendency to rollover).

Automobile accidents are the second leading cause of death in the United States, and the biggest reason for the death of individuals under the age of 35.  More Americans have died in drunk driving crashes than in all the wars the United States has ever fought.

An automobile crash can give rise to a wide variety of serious and sometimes catastrophic injuries: severe burns; amputations; concussions; broken bones, fractures and other orthopedic injuries; traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries; internal organ and soft tissue injuries; and bruises, cuts and contusions.

According to a recent report issued by the National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration, 41 percent of the more than 42,000 highway deaths in 2002 were related to alcohol consumption.  This translates into a death nearly every 30 minutes caused by drunk driving or driving while impaired.

Because the legal issues involved with wrecks caused by alcohol consumption can be particularly troublesome, you may want to CONSULT AN ATTORNEY to discuss your injuries and damages.  CONTACT US if you would like an attorney affiliated with AfterAnAccident.com to review the particular facts of your case.