Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
Driver Fatigue Causes Personal Injury (Part A)
Dubbed the “silent killer,” driver fatigue is an urgent safety problem that is denied, underestimated and unregulated in most states in America. This is surprising when the numbers and the consequences of road accidents caused by drowsy driving are so high and deeply felt.
There may be more than 100,000 driver fatigue traffic accidents in the United States each year.
Driver fatigue accidents have been proven to commonly cause more extensive damage (to both people and vehicles) than car accidents that occurred while the driver was alert. Fatal collisions are not uncommon. If you were hurt in a car, bus or truck accident, or a loved one lost his or her life due to negligent driving as a result of driver fatigue, call an experienced personal injury attorney.
Driver Fatigue Lawsuits
While personal injury is easy to detect and record, finding and proving the cause of it is usually not. Each case is different, and the court will require you to start from scratch in arguing the severity and possible causes for your injuries, so it is important to always seek medical attention and keep detailed records of all your doctor visits, medications, and so on.
Your personal injury attorney’s job is to prove civil, not criminal, damage was caused to you by an individual who was impaired by driving fatigue. Personal injury law allows you to seek “repair” for your damages in court. “Damages” can include compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and so on. The court utilizes monetary awards to achieve this compensation. State laws regarding personal injury vary.
If you or your loved one has been seriously injured in an auto accident, you should consult with a Boston car accident injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. Check the Massachusetts Statute of Limitations to file your personal injury lawsuit before too much time has passed.
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